Heavy Skilled - Harvest/Processing

Tyson Foods; Amarillo (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401k stock purchase program

Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

Job summary

Tyson Foods in Amarillo, TX is seeking workers for intermediate general labor roles in meat processing. The job involves operating machinery, standing for long periods, and performing physical tasks such as lifting up to 80 lbs while wearing appropriate PPE.

Background checks may apply and previous Tyson employment has a rehire wait period. We offer comprehensive benefits and opportunities within a safety-focused environment as part of our production team.

Qualifications

• Must have 1 month prior experience in a meat processing facility.
• Must be willing and able to work on a moving chain or table in hot and cold environments.
• Skilled positions require the ability to work with knives and hooks.
• Candidates who have previously worked for Tyson have a 180-day rehire waiting period and a 3-time limit.

Responsibilities

• Operate machinery and maintain production flow while following Tyson policies.
• Work with knives and hooks and wear all required PPE.
• Stand for up to 8 hours per shift in hot or cold conditions.
• Pushing, lifting, and pulling weights up to 80 lbs.

Skills

Physical stamina

Manual dexterity

Safety awareness

Job description

Job Details

We offer a full range of benefits and perks including: Medical, dental, and vision insurance Telehealth services Well-Being Support Programs FSA and HSA available 401k Stock Purchase Plan Company Paid Life Insurance Short-Term & Long- Term Disability Fully Funded Education Discount Program

Roles and Responsibilities

This position is responsible for intermediate operative general labor such as operating machinery, heavy lifting and maintaining production flow while maintaining a safe work environment and adhering to Tyson policies and procedures. Tasks: Skilled positions involve the use of knives, hooks, and the proper wearing of PPE. These positions require physical labor, including standing for extended periods (up to eight hours or more) at a table or elevated platform, and/or working on a moving table or chain. The work environment may vary, with conditions that can be cold, hot, or humid.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Must be willing and able to work on a moving chain or table and in both hot and cold environments. Skilled positions require the ability to work with knives and hooks. The role includes pushing, lifting, and pulling weights up to 80 lbs., and the use of physical force when pushing, pulling, and lifting. Candidates must be willing to use and properly wear all required PPE and stand for 8 hours per shift. Candidates who have previously worked for Tyson have a 180-day rehire waiting period and a 3-time limit.

Requirements

Must have 1 month prior experience in a meat processing facility. Experience in one of the following jobs is preferred: HARVEST: 1st Legger, 2nd Legger, 1st Butter, 2nd Butter, Low Backer, Head Dropper, Gullet Raiser, Split Saw Operator, Gutter. PROCESSING: Pull Clod, Bone Chuck, Bone Arm, Bone Rib, Pull Tenders, Pull 13th Rib, Pull Finger/Button Bones, Bone Tops, Seam Rounds.

Relocation Assistance Eligible

No

Work Shift

A Shift (United States of America)

Background Check

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.

Benefits

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.

Company Culture

Our team members make the difference. If you are ready to grow your career with an industry leader and want to positively impact the team and community around you, then join us in helping us in raising expectations. Join us on the journey. At Tyson, we feed the world like family. Our Talent Strategy is to Attract, Grow, Reward and Retain the best talent, and we believe that our Culture is the connecting thread that drives that strategy! We strive to be a talent magnet to establish a reputation for being a talent rich organization where team members can grow their career while growing the business. We are a high performing organization where team members are rewarded (Pay, Benefits and Recognition) for their contributions, and given the opportunity to support and/or volunteer with programs that help Tyson make a lasting social impact in the communities where we live and work. To learn more about our culture, please read Our Purpose.

Accessibility

The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation. Tyson Foods, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you are unable to apply for career opportunities through use of this site due to an impairment or disability, please contact [phone] for further assistance.