General Production PR01U (October 2026) - 1st Shift - Carthage, TX

Tyson Foods; Carthage (TX); On-site; USD 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k)

Health insurance

Job summary

Tyson Foods in Carthage, TX is hiring for 1st shift, entry-level General Production. Pay is $17.30/hr with hours from 6:45 a.m. to 3:45 p.m. Position involves general labor across Fresh Processing areas and requires ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for long periods.

Willingness to work in damp, cold, or hot environments and to pass a drug screen is required. PPE, uniforms, and safety gear are provided. Background checks may apply, and relocation is not offered.

Qualifications

• Must be able to push, pull, carry, and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Must stand 8–10 hours on hard surfaces.
• Able to perform repetitive motion and climb stairs.
• Must wear PPE: frocks, gloves, ear protection, hair net and beard guard.

Responsibilities

• Perform entry-level general labor in Fresh Processing areas (DSI, Debone, Deli lines, Evisceration).
• Adhere to Tyson policies and safety procedures.
• Must pass drug screen.

Skills

Physical stamina

Manual labor

PPE awareness

Job description

# Tyson Foods, Inc.## General Production PR01U (October 2026) - 1st Shift - Carthage, TXApply: Carthage Plant - Carthage, Texas: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: October 27, 2026 (12 hours left to apply): R0489058**Job Details:**# **Work Shift: 1st Shift**# **Pay: $17.30/hr.**# **Hours - 6:45 a.m. - 3:45 p.m.**## **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 to include 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, 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.* ## Must pass drug screen.## ## ## Requirements:* ## The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.* ## Team members interested in transferring into this position from another Tyson facility should express interest through their local HR Partner.## **Rehire Consideration:*** ## **180 days (6 months) waiting period.*** ## **Max of two previous Tyson employments to be considered for hire**.**Relocation Assistance Eligible:**No**Work Shift:**1ST SHIFT (United States of America)**Certain roles at Tyson require background checks. If you are offered a position that requires a background check you will be provided additional documentation to complete once an offer has been extended.**Hourly Applicants ONLY -You must complete the task after submitting your application to provide additional information to be considered for employment. The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation. Tyson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, national origin, color, religion, age, genetics, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status. We provide our team members and their families with paid time off; 401(k) plans; affordable health, life, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; and more. **If you would like to learn more about your data privacy rights and how you may use that information, please read our Job Applicant Privacy Notice** **here****.**