Heavy Skilled - Harvest/Processing

Tyson Foods; Amarillo (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Telehealth services

Well-Being programs

FSA/HSA available

401k

Stock Purchase Plan

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Education assistance

Discount program

Job summary

Tyson Foods in Amarillo, TX is seeking a Heavy Skilled worker for harvest/processing. Responsibilities include operating machinery, maintaining production flow, and safe handling of knives and hooks. Requires willingness to work in hot or cold environments and to stand for long shifts.

Candidates with prior meat processing experience are preferred. The role offers full-time hours with comprehensive benefits and relocation not required.

Qualifications

• One month prior experience in a meat processing facility.
• Ability to work on a moving chain or table in hot/cold environments.
• Must be willing to handle knives and hooks and wear PPE.
• Able to lift up to 80 lbs and stand for 8 hours per shift.

Responsibilities

• Operate machinery and maintain production flow.
• Work in varying temperatures (hot/cold) and on moving tables/chains.
• Push, lift, and pull weights up to 80 lbs while adhering to safety policies.

Skills

Meat processing

Heavy lifting

PPE compliance

Job description

# Tyson Foods, Inc.## Heavy Skilled - Harvest/ProcessingApply: Amarillo Plant - Amarillo, Texas: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: November 7, 2026 (3 days left to apply): R0494872**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 ProgramThis 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)**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****.** 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.