Grinder Opr Opr RE01, A Shift (Days), Full-Time, RVI-Texarkana, AR

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

Job summary

Tyson Foods in Texarkana, TX is hiring for General Production – A Shift. The role involves loading and bagging finished product, inspecting trailers, sampling, and maintaining safety and logs while adhering to Tyson policies.

Shifts run Sunday to Tuesday 6 AM–6 PM and Wednesday 6 AM–12 PM; candidates should be able to stand for long periods, lift up to 50 pounds, and operate basic tools. forklift certification may be required to operate equipment.

Qualifications

• Must be able to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to read and complete required logs.
• Must be able to communicate via two-way radio.
• May operate frontend loader or forklift and obtain certification.
• Applicants may be contacted for an interview.

Responsibilities

• Load and/or bag finished outgoing product.
• Inspect trailers and tankers.
• Collect samples and complete required documents.
• Maintain a clean work area and follow safety policies.
• Perform various positions as required.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety mindset

Teamwork

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Job Details

This position pays $17.25/hr.

• General Production – A Shift

Shift Hours

• Sunday: 6 AM - 6 PM
• Monday: 6 AM - 6 PM
• Tuesday: 6 AM - 6 PM
• Wednesday: 6 AM - 12 PM

This position is responsible for loading and or bagging all finished outgoing product, inspecting trailers and tankers, collecting samples and completing and keeping documents, and work in production area as assigned by supervisor while maintaining a safe work environment and adhering to Tyson policies and procedures.

Functions

To maintain and promote the Tyson safety culture.

Receive training as required.

Perform various positions as required/assigned.

Description

• Applicants will be considered for any general production opening. These openings require standing for long periods of time, lifting to 50 pounds, shoveling, climbing stairs and ladders up to 60 feet, bending, stretching, reaching, working in extreme hot, cold, inclement weather, and odors.
• Must be able to use basic hand tools and perform basic mechanical and maintenance functions.
• Maintain clean work area by use of soap and high-pressure hose.
• Must be able to read and complete required logs.
• Must be able to communicate with supervisor and co-workers via two-way radio.
• May perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.
• May be required to operate frontend loader or forklift and will be required to obtain certification to do so.
• If an applicant meets the minimum requirements for consideration, they may be contacted for an interview.

We are seeking individuals who can think critically, analyze situations, and develop effective solutions along with strong interpersonal skills to collaborate with colleagues and build positive relationships.

Specific operator experience is beneficial, we also consider transferable skills from related fields (e.g., customer service, management) that can be applied to our operations.

The employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; outside weather conditions; risk of electrical shock; and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals and extreme heat. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud

Requirements

6 months forklift/operator experience with one employer in the last 24 months.

The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Rehire Criteria

• Former Tyson Team Members must be separated from the company for a minimum of 180 calendar days.
• Also, if you have worked at Tyson 3 times or more you will not be eligible for rehire.
• Applicants that complete an application and do not meet the criteria described in this statement will be removed from the application process.

ALL INTERNAL CANDIDATES WILL BE CONSIDERED FIRST

Relocation Assistance Eligible

No

Work Shift

A Shift (United States of America)

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.

Unsolicited Assistance: Tyson Foods and its subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited support from external recruitment vendors for open positions within the United States. Any resumes or candidate profiles submitted by recruitment vendors or headhunters to any employee or applicant tracking system at Tyson Foods or its subsidiaries, without a valid written request and search agreement approved by HR, will be considered the property of Tyson Foods. No fees will be paid if the candidate is hired due to an unsolicited referral.