Jack Driver Opr PR03U 1st Shift Forest, MS

Tyson Foods; Forest (MS); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Tyson Foods in Forest, Mississippi, is seeking a Jack Driver to safely operate pallet jacks and transport poultry products, ingredients, packaging materials, and supplies throughout the plant. This role supports production flow, inventory movement, and operational efficiency while complying with safety and food safety standards.

The position requires 6 months of recent experience and the ability to perform the physical duties of the job with or without accommodation.

Qualifications

• Must have 6 months experience within the last 12 months.
• Physically able to perform the job duties with or without accommodations.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate electric and manual pallet jacks to move products and materials throughout the plant.
• Transport raw materials, finished products, and packaging supplies to designated production and storage areas.
• Load, unload, stack, and position pallets as directed.
• Maintain continuous product flow to support production schedules.
• Inspect pallet jacks and equipment before use and report any mechanical issues or safety concerns.
• Follow all food safety, quality assurance, and sanitation procedures.
• Keep work areas clean, organized, and free of safety hazards.
• Comply with Tyson Foods policies, USDA regulations, GMPs, and workplace safety standards.
• Assist with inventory control, product movement, and other production duties as assigned.

Skills

Pallet Jack Operation

Tools

Pallet jack equipment

Job description

Job Summary

The Jack Driver position is responsible for safely operating electric and manual pallet jacks to transport poultry products, ingredients, packaging materials, and supplies throughout the facility. This team member plays a critical role in supporting production flow, inventory movement, and operational efficiency while adhering to Tyson Foods' safety, quality, and food safety standards.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Safely operate electric and manual pallet jacks to move products and materials throughout the plant.
• Transport raw materials, finished products, and packaging supplies to designated production and storage areas.
• Load, unload, stack, and position pallets as directed.
• Maintain continuous product flow to support production schedules.
• Inspect pallet jacks and equipment before use and report any mechanical issues or safety concerns.
• Verify product identification and ensure materials are delivered to the correct locations.
• Follow all food safety, quality assurance, and sanitation procedures.
• Keep work areas clean, organized, and free of safety hazards.
• Comply with Tyson Foods policies, USDA regulations, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), and workplace safety standards.
• Assist with inventory control, product movement, and other production duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Must have 6 months experience within the last 12 months.
• The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Hiring Policy

This facility will not accept applicants that have worked for Tyson Foods more than 3 times.

This facility accepts rehires after 365 days.

Relocation Assistance

No

Work Shift

1ST SHIFT (United States of America)

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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.

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.

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