Heavy Skilled Operative Waterloo Pork Plant

Tyson Foods; Waterloo (IA); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company as a Heavy Skilled Operative at their Waterloo Pork Plant. This full-time position involves operating machinery, heavy lifting, and maintaining production flow in a safe environment. Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including medical insurance, paid holidays, and vacation time.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life and Disability Insurance

401K

Stock Plans

Paid Vacations

Paid Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Meat Sales

Interpreter Services

Qualifications

• Must have at least 1 month of experience operating heavy machinery.

Responsibilities

• Operate saws, skinners, and other equipment to process pork.
• Handle boxes and pallets; operate industrial trucks or forklifts.
• Work in wet, humid environments with temperatures from 35 to 90+ degrees.

Skills

Heavy Machinery Operation

Job description

Heavy Skilled Operative Waterloo Pork Plant

Apply now for the Waterloo Pork Plant position in Waterloo, Iowa

Location: Waterloo Pork Plant - Waterloo, Iowa

Type: Full-time

Posted: Yesterday

Application deadline: May 20, 2025

Job Requisition ID: R0393882

Additional Requirements

Certain roles at Tyson require background checks. If offered a position requiring a background check, additional documentation will be provided after extending an offer.

Job Details

• Starting wage: $19.30 per hour
• Full benefits package including 9 paid holidays
• One week of vacation after 6 months
• This position requires a phone interview
• Not accepting rehires

Requirements

• Must have at least 1 month of experience operating heavy machinery

Summary

This position involves operating machinery, heavy lifting, maintaining production flow, and ensuring a safe work environment following Tyson policies.

Responsibilities

Operate saws, skinners, and other equipment to process pork; handle boxes and pallets; operate industrial trucks or forklifts; work in wet, humid environments with temperatures from 35 to 90+ degrees; climb ladders and work from elevated platforms; stand, bend, push, pull, reach, and lift 20-110 lbs; work in rendering environments that may be dirty.

Additional Information

Join Tyson Fresh Meats to make a meaningful impact with good food. Benefits include medical, dental, life and disability insurance, 401K, stock plans, paid vacations and holidays, tuition reimbursement, employee meat sales, interpreter services, ESL classes, GED classes, and citizenship reimbursement.

Application Instructions

Provide your social security number at the end of the application under National ID# to be considered. If you have trouble applying online, visit the Tyson Employment Office for assistance.

Additional Details

• Relocation assistance: Not available
• Work shifts: All shifts available in the USA
• Applicants must complete additional tasks after applying for hourly positions

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