Livestock Handler 4 - B Shift

Tyson Foods, Inc.; Indiana; On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Tyson Foods, Inc. is seeking personnel to work with hog livestock, handling driving, sorting, weighing, tattooing, marking and penning while maintaining inventories. The role includes light maintenance and showroom duties during downtime, with emphasis on humane handling and strict safety policies.

Ability to lift 70 pounds, stand long hours, and work a shift pattern that includes evenings and Saturdays. Excellent teamwork and clear communication are essential in a fast-paced environment

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum 1 year of livestock handling experience in loading/unloading.
• Basic computer knowledge preferred.
• Good written and verbal communication with all team levels.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and follow safety policies.

Responsibilities

• Work with hog livestock including driving, sorting, weighing, tattooing, marking and penning with accurate inventories.
• Perform light building maintenance and showroom duties when not handling livestock.
• Move hogs safely with humane handling procedures and policy.
• Follow all Tyson safety and food safety guidelines.

Skills

Communication skills

Physical stamina

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift operation

Skid loaders

Job description

Job Details:

Mon - Fri with most Saturday work. HOURS 3:30PM to 12AM

SUMMARY: This position is responsible for working with livestock hogs which includes but is not limited to; Driving sorting weighing tattooing marking and penning of livestock while keeping accurate inventories and head counts; performing light building maintenance and showcase duties when not working with the livestock. This position requires moving hogs safely and effectively with minimum stress to the hog; must follow all humane handling guidelines as per policy; perform any other duties deemed appropriate by the supervisor. All Tyson Team Members are responsible for safety. This includes but is not limited to personal safety and food safety.

REQUIREMENTS:

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.

Experience: A minimum of one 1 year prior experience working with and handling livestock in loading and unloading operations as well as experience with skid loaders and forklift operation is required. Basic experience with livestock handling in a procurement area of the meat industry is preferred. Prior knowledge and experience with humane animal handling procedures process and general policy in the area of procurement is preferred.

Computer Skills: Basic computer knowledge is preferred.

Communication Skills: Good communication skills both written and verbal; ability to communicate with all levels of team members and government officials.

Special Skills: Must be able to work in a very fast paced environment.

Physical Requirements: Ability to lift 70 pounds or more unassisted and stand for extended periods of time 8 to 10 hours excluding beak time.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Travel: None

Relocation Assistance Eligible:

No

Work Shift:

B 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.