Heavy Skilled Production (Madison)

0045 Tyson Fresh Meats, Inc.

Madison (NE)

On-site

USD 21,000 - 30,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off
401(k) plans
affordable health, life, dental,vision

Job summary

Tyson Foods in Madison, United States, is seeking workers for heavy skilled production. Positions involve knife and hook work and mandatory PPE, with shifts in cold, hot, or humid environments. Physical tasks include lifting up to 80 lbs and sustained standing.

Applicants must be willing to work in varied temperatures and perform tasks over long shifts, while complying with post-offer health screenings and background requirements.

Qualifications

  • Semi-Skilled workers perform tasks requiring standing for long periods and the use of knives and hooks.
  • Work environment can be cold, hot or humid; willingness to handle extreme conditions.
  • Must be able to work in hot and cold environments and use PPE.
  • Physical requirements include pushing, lifting and pulling up to 80 lbs.

Responsibilities

  • Operate in a semi-skilled production role with knife and hook work as required.
  • Maintain PPE usage and safety practices throughout shifts.
  • Perform strenuous physical tasks including pushing, pulling and lifting up to 80 lbs.
  • Adapt to variable temperatures and working conditions in the production environment.

Job description

Job Details

Job Description Heavy Skilled Production ACCEPTING REHIRES (Madison)

Job Summary

Semi-Skilled positions consist of the use of knives, hooks, and wearing proper PPE. All Semi-Skilled positions include physical work that can be subject to standing at a table for eight hours or more, and/or working on a moving table or chain. The work environment for these positions is subject to be cold, hot, or humid. Must be able & willing to work in hot and cold environments. Semi-Skilled positions require the ability to work with knives & hooks. Essential to this position, includes pushing, lifting, and pulling of weights not to exceed 80 lbs. Use of physical force when pushing, pulling, and lifting. Must be willing to use & properly wear all required PPE along withstanding 6-8 hours a shift.

Requirements
  • Semi-Skilled positions include physical work that can be subject to standing at a table for eight hours or more, and/or working on a moving table or chain.
  • The work environment for these positions is subject to be cold, hot, or humid.
  • Must be able & willing to work in hot and cold environments.
  • Semi-Skilled positions require the ability to work with knives & hooks.
  • Includes pushing, lifting, and pulling of weights not to exceed 80 lbs.
  • Use of physical force when pushing, pulling, and lifting.
  • Must be willing to use & properly wear all required PPE along withstanding 6-8 hours a shift.
  • The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.
Job Conditions

Hourly Applicants ONLY

Hourly Applicants ONLY – you must complete the task after submitting your application to provide additional information to be considered for employment.

All job offers are based on the conditions that the candidate can provide proof of authorization to work legally within the U.S.; and pass a urinalysis screening, which is part of a post-offer health assessment.

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.

Equal Opportunity & Diversity

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.

Tyson Foods, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Benefits
  • paid time off
  • 401(k) plans
  • affordable health, life, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits
  • and more
Accessibility

If you are unable to apply for career opportunities through use of this site due to an impairment or disability, please contact (479) 290-5000 for further assistance.

Recruitment Policy

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.

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