High Lift Operator D Shift (Ottawa, IL) (1)

Tyson Foods

Ottawa (IL)

On-site

USD 26,000 - 37,000

Full time

2 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Boot reimbursement
PPE provided

Job summary

Tyson Foods is seeking a High Lift Operator for the D shift in the United States. You will operate a hi-lift forklift to move pallets within a cold warehouse environment, following Tyson guidelines and safety policies.

The role requires 6 months of forklift experience with a single employer and the ability to lift 70–120 lbs. Responsibilities include accurately picking and placing pallets, removing plastic wrap when needed, and maintaining clear communication with leadership to address

Qualifications

  • 6 months forklift experience with a single employer within the last 3 years.
  • No gaps in employment greater than 6 months within the last 3 years.
  • Cold storage experience preferred; stand-up forklift experience preferred.
  • Full range of motion and physical capability to perform job duties.
  • Ability to stand for extended periods and lift 70–120 lbs.
  • Ability to pass post-offer health assessment and drug screening.

Responsibilities

  • Move product through the warehouse safely and efficiently.
  • Pick and place pallets accurately within Tyson guidelines to avoid dumps or misaligned pallets.
  • Remove plastic wrap on occasion before depositing pallets.
  • Communicate effectively with leadership regarding difficulties or discrepancies.
  • Follow all Tyson safety and policy procedures.
  • Ensure product quality, authenticity and legality procedures are followed; complete annual Food Defense Training.
  • Promote a safe work environment by following safety processes and perform other tasks as needed.
  • Keep work area clean throughout shift and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Forklift experience
Work history stability
Cold storage
Physical fitness
Standing endurance
Lifting heavy loads
PPE usage
Health screening

Job description

Job Details: High Lift Operator D Shift $23.10

If you are looking to make an impact on a meaningful scale, come join us as we raise the world's expectations of what good food can do! Safety is always FIRST with Tyson Foods and at Tyson all Team Members are expected to practice safety standards, policies, and procedures. As part of our ongoing commitment to safety, we provide all Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) and Boot Reimbursement after completing your probationary period!

Summary

This position requires pulling down and putting away pallets in the warehouse rack system using a hi-lift forklift.

Qualifications
  • Must have 6 Months forklift experience with a single Employer is required within the last 3 years.
  • No Gaps in employment greater than 6 months within the last 3 years.
  • Cold storage experience is Preferred 3 months stand up forklift is Preferred.
  • Need full range of motion of arms, wrists, elbows, shoulders, neck, all digits, and legs.
  • Must be able to stand for extended periods of time with a sense of balance.
  • Must be able to push, pull, bend stoop, squat, and carry (70) lbs or more up to (120) lbs.
  • May work with corrective lenses if vision problems.
  • May be provided PPE for additional hearing protection as needed.
  • Must pass post offer health assessment and drug screening.
Responsibilities
  • Move product through the warehouse in a safe and efficient manner.
  • Pick and place pallets accurately and within Tyson Guidelines to avoid dumps or askew pallets.
  • Remove plastic wrap on occasion prior to depositing pallets.
  • Communicate effectively and timely to leadership as you encounter difficulties or discrepancies.
  • Follow all safety and policy procedures as set forth by Tyson Foods.
  • Other duties include ensuring that all product quality, authenticity and legality procedures are followed and completing Annual Food Defense Training.
  • Ensure safety processes are being followed consistently promoting a safe work environment and performing other responsibilities as needed.
  • Clean as you go throughout your work shift.
  • Other duties as assigned.
Environment

Team members may spend extended times in damp and cold environments with temperatures ranging from 10 to 30 degrees Fahrenheit. (Up to 12 hours) We provide a catalog of Hi-Vis selections from Refrigewear to choose what PPE you wish to have. We will cover 50% of the cost for all PPE, except for boots, your half will be payroll deducted. Boots will be paid for up to $100, team members must wear either steel or composite toe boots that conform to ANSI 75lbs or more PSI rating with a slip resistant sole that covers the ankles. (Composite toe preferred). Standing or walking up to 100% of the time. Team members will spend up to 100% of their working time on a powered industrial truck (PIT) and will frequently mount and dismount throughout their work shift.

Additional Notices

This location does not accept Rehires.

Proficiency in reading and writing. ability to complete on-the-job paperwork and effectively communicate across all management levels

Relocation Assistance Eligible: No

Work Shift: D Shift (United States of America)

Pay Range/Rate: $23.10

Incentives: Annual Incentive Plan: No Long-Term Incentive Plan: No

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.

Any listed amounts represent the base pay range. Additional compensation may be available for this position based on various factors such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonuses. Pay is just one part of Tyson’s total compensation package. Tyson will develop an offer based on a candidate's or team member’s relevant skills and capabilities, the market data for the role described in this requisition, internal equity, and other information relevant to the candidate and role.

Hourly Applicants ONLY

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.

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 (479) 290-5000 for further assistance.

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 can be 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.

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.

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