Live Hanger: Fast-Paced Poultry Processing Role

Tyson Foods; Shelbyville (TN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Telehealth services

401k

Job summary

Tyson Foods in Shelbyville, TN, is seeking entry-level team members for processing departments. You may be invited to tour the plant to see jobs in Receiving and Live Hanger.

Roles require standing for long periods and performing repetitive tasks in a fast-paced environment across all shifts. Applicants must be 18+, consent to background checks and drug screening, and be able to work flexible hours including weekends.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age and able to provide work authorization.
• Must pass urinalysis screening as part of post-offer health assessment.
• Hourly applicants must complete the task after applying to be considered for employment.

Responsibilities

• Stand approximately 8 hrs per day while hanging birds onto an overhead shackle line.
• Grip live chickens by the legs, taking care not to bruise the chicken or break any parts.
• Lift the chicken and turn it upside down with the breast facing away.
• Hang at least 28 birds per minute that weigh approximately 5-10 pounds.
• Wear all required safety equipment.
• Work at a fast pace for the entire shift.
• Work flexible hours and some weekends as production requires.
• Work in a cold, hot, damp and dusty environment.
• Observe all required hygiene & safety procedures at all times.
• Stand for the entire shift.

Skills

Stamina

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Job description

Tyson Foods in Shelbyville, TN, is seeking entry-level team members for processing departments. You may be invited to tour the plant to see jobs in Receiving and Live Hanger.

Roles require standing for long periods and performing repetitive tasks in a fast-paced environment across all shifts. Applicants must be 18+, consent to background checks and drug screening, and be able to work flexible hours including weekends.