General Production Labor 2nd Shift (October) Carthage, MS

Tyson Foods; Mississippi; On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) plans

Health, life, dental, vision benefits

Job summary

Carthage Plant (Choctaw) in Carthage, Mississippi is hiring for General Production Labor on the 2nd shift. This is an entry-level, non-skilled role focused on maintaining a safe work environment and following Tyson policies.

You may work in DSI, Debone, Deli lines, or Evisceration areas. Applicants should be prepared to stand 8-10 hours, lift up to 50 pounds, and work in damp, cold, or hot environments while wearing PPE.

Qualifications

• Be able to stand 8-10 hours a day on hard surfaces.
• Be able to push, pull, carry, and/or lift up to 50 pounds for some positions.
• Must wear PPE, frocks, gloves, ear protection, hair net and beard guard.
• May involve use of knives, saws or skinner machines in some roles.

Responsibilities

• Perform entry-level non-skilled general labor tasks.
• Work in various areas of Fresh Processing including DSI, Debone, Deli lines, and Evisceration.
• Adhere to Tyson policies and emphasize safety at all times.

Skills

Stand 8-10 hours

Lift up to 50 pounds

PPE usage

Damp/cold/hot environments

Job description

## General Production Labor 2nd Shift (October) Carthage, MSApply: Carthage Plant (Choctaw) - Carthage, Mississippi: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: October 4, 2026 (2 days left to apply): R0488418**Job Details:****Pay:** $17.45 /Per hour + $ 1.00/hour Shift differential for 2nd shift **JOB DETAILS:**This position is responsible for entry-level non-skilled general labor while maintaining a safe work environment and adhering to Tyson policies and procedures. This position could work in any area of the Fresh Processing including the DSI, Debone, Deli lines, and Evisceration. **SUMMARY:*** Be able to push, pull, carry, and/or lift up to 50 pounds for some positions. Must be willing to work in damp, cold, or hot environments, and reach above shoulder level.* Be able to stand 8- 10 hours a day on hard surfaces.* Able to perform repetitive motion.* Must be able to climb up and down stairs to get to and from the work areas.* Must wear PPE, frocks, gloves, ear protection (plugs or muffs), hair net and beard guard. **ATTENTION:** These positions may involve use of a knife and or scissors to bone out or trim pieces of product or involve the use of powered equipment such as saws or skinner machines. **All applicants must provide their government identification number so the system can verify any previous Tyson employment history.** * **Applicants who have worked for Tyson Foods 3 or more times are not eligible for rehire.****Relocation Assistance Eligible:**No**Work Shift:**2ND SHIFT (United States of America)**Certain roles at Tyson require background checks. 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