Lead PR03U A Shift (Forest DC) (1)

Tyson Foods; Mississippi; On-site; USD 33,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) plans

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Tyson Foods is seeking a Lead A Shift at the Forest Distribution Center in Forest, Mississippi. You will support the supervisor with product flow, process efficiency, quality control, and team member training.

The role is full-time and involves coordinating daily warehouse activities, directing loading/unloading, maintaining inventory accuracy, and enforcing safety and Tyson policies. Strong on-the-floor auditing and communication are essential.

Qualifications

• 6 months lead experience within the last 12 months.
• 1 year of production experience within the last 12 months preferred.
• Proficiency in reading and writing.
• ability to complete on-the-job paperwork and effectively communicate across all management levels.
• Background checks may be required.

Responsibilities

• Assist supervisor with product flow and process efficiency.
• Oversee daily activity of Warehouse Department employees.
• Train employees; plan, assign, and direct work.
• Maintain inventory accuracy and manage housekeeping.
• Plan/allocate orders using JDA; resolve shorts and discrepancies.
• Direct trucks to load/unload; coordinate yard/dock with SRC.
• Inspect loads and complete audits; ensure timely closure and explanations for late loads.
• Promote safety; ensure paperwork complies with Tyson policy and audit standards.

Skills

Lead experience

Production experience

Reading & writing

Paperwork proficiency

Management communications

Job description

## Lead PR03U A Shift (Forest DC) (1)Apply: Forest Distribution Center - Forest, Mississippi: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: October 12, 2026 (6 days left to apply): R0489117**Job Details:**# **Lead**# A Shift Monday through Thursday 7:00am to 6:00pm**$24.10**This position is responsible for assisting the supervisor with product flow and process efficiency, product quality, and team member training. Assists supervisors in overseeing daily activity of Warehouse Department employees. Carries out Lead responsibilities in accordance with the organization s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include training employees, planning, assigning, and directing work and resolving problems. Keep all aspects of inventory accurate. Manage housekeeping throughout the warehouse. Managing the workload through JDA by planning and allocating orders. Researching shorts and discrepancies. Giving direction for trucks to load/ unload. Collaborating with SRC for yard and dock management. Working closely with supervisors to resolve issues and maintain smooth workflow. Good email communication. Going on the floor to inspect loads and complete audits. Closing loads on time and accurately providing explanation when loads are late. Driving positive fill rate through managing shorts and inbound volume. Being a champion of safety. Ensuring all paperwork is filled out correctly and compliant with Tyson policy and expectations and is acceptable by audit standards. Other duties include ensuring that all product quality and safety processes are being followed consistently promoting a safe work environment and performing other responsibilities as needed. Following all safety and policy procedures as set forth by Tyson Foods. This position must have a focus on customer service and displays a high standard for professionalism.While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly exposed to extreme cold. The employee is occasionally exposed to vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.**REQUIREMENTS:**# **Must have 6 months Lead experience within the last 12 months.**# **1 year of Production experience within the last 12 months preferred.**# **Rehire Requirements:**# **All Candidates that have Previously worked for Tyson will have a Rehire waiting period of 365 days waiting period and will be Limited to 3 times.****Proficiency in reading and writing.****ability to complete on-the-job paperwork and effectively communicate across all management levels****“Physical Requirements: The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without****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.**Hourly Applicants ONLY -You must complete the task after submitting your application to provide additional information to be considered for employment. 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.