Jack Driver Opr PR03

Tyson Foods; Humboldt (TN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401k

Stock Purchase Plan

Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

Day Care facility on site

Job summary

Tyson Foods is seeking a Jack Driver Operator to move pallets, combos, and materials across processing lines, safely operating electric pallet jacks and adhering to all safety, quality, and food safety standards. This role requires work in processing and freezer areas and involves pallet wrapping, material handling, and routine inspections.

Join a team dedicated to efficient production support and safety-first practices, with a comprehensive benefits package and clear safety procedures in place.

Qualifications

• Must be able to operate a powered pallet jack safely.
• Work in processing and freezer environments as required.
• Follow Tyson safety, quality, and food safety requirements.

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.

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.

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


• Freezer suit when working in freezer areas

Required Training

• New Team Member onboarding


• Safety Plus


• PPE training


• Hearing conservation


• Sip/trip/fall prevention


• Housekeeping


• Pedestrian safety


• Pallet jack operation


• Chemical handling


• Pallet wrapper operation


• Trailer loading and dock lock procedures


• 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.

Hourly

Hourly applicants only.

Work Shift

1ST SHIFT (United States of America)

Benefits

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

Additional Benefits

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.

Sponsorship

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

Equal Opportunity Statement

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.

Background Check

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.

Unsolicited Assistance Policy

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.

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