Jack Driver Opr PR03

AgHires; Humboldt (TN); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 3,031,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Telehealth services

401k

Stock Purchase Plan

Company Paid Life Insurance

Disability insurance

Fully Funded Education

On-site daycare

Job summary

Tyson Foods is seeking a Jack Driver Operator to transport pallets and materials across processing operations. The role requires operating a powered pallet jack while adhering to safety and food safety standards.

Responsibilities include pallet transport, wrapper operations, and assisting with material handling in cold environments, with a focus on safety and compliance across shifts.

Qualifications

• Experience operating powered pallet jacks or forklifts.
• Strong adherence to safety procedures and policies.

Responsibilities

• Transport pallets and products to support line operations.
• Operate an electric pallet jack safely and efficiently.
• Work in processing and freezer environments as required.
• Perform pallet wrapper operations.
• Manually dump tubs and assist with material handling.

Skills

Pallet jack operation

Job description

Job Details:

The Jack Driver Operator transports pallets, combos, and materials throughout the processing operation to support production activities safely and efficiently. The role requires operation of powered pallet jacks and related equipment while following all Tyson Foods safety, quality, and food safety requirements.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Transport pallets and products to support line operations.
• Operate an electric pallet jack safely and efficiently.
• Work in processing and freezer environments as required.
• Perform pallet wrapper operations.
• Manually dump tubs and assist with material handling activities.
• Operate dumpers and related production equipment.
• Connect marination hoses to hoppers when assigned.
• Complete required equipment inspections and report hazards or maintenance concerns.
• Follow all safety, quality, food safety, and company policies.

Required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE):

Hearing protection, slip-resistant footwear, safety glasses or goggles, safety-toed footwear, Type II hardhat, ANSI Class II high-visibility vest or smock, and freezer suit when working in freezer areas.

Required Training:

New Team Member onboarding, Safety Plus, PPE training, hearing conservation, slip/trip/fall prevention, housekeeping, pedestrian safety, pallet jack operation, chemical handling, pallet wrapper operation, trailer loading and dock lock procedures, and department-specific training.

Working Conditions:

Work is performed in food processing environments that may include cold temperatures, noise, moving equipment, pedestrian traffic, and exposure to wet walking surfaces. Team members must follow all established safety procedures.

Key Safety Responsibilities:

• Use designated walkways and yield to powered industrial truck traffic.
• Wear required PPE at all times.
• Conduct daily equipment inspections before use.
• Sound horn at intersections, doorways, and blind corners.
• Maintain good housekeeping practices.
• Understand emergency stop locations and procedures.
• Report injuries, hazards, and unsafe conditions immediately.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to stand, walk, operate powered equipment, perform repetitive motions, lift or move materials as required, and work in cold environments while complying with Tyson Foods safety standards.

We accept rehires if you have not worked for Tyson in the past 6 months (180 days), candidates who have worked for Tyson 3 times, will not be eligible.

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
• Day Care facility on site

*Sponsorship is not offered for this position and applicant must reside in the United States.

Relocation Assistance Eligible:

No

Work Shift:

1ST 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.

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.

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.