Machine Operator - 1st shift - Stick Packout

Tyson Foods; South Hutchinson (KS); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Tyson Foods in Kansas is seeking a production team member for the 1st shift to operate machinery and ensure continuous product flow on the line. You will verify ingredients and supplies, adjust settings, and notify supervision when maintenance is needed.

You must be able to lift up to 50 lbs, stand for long periods, and work in varying temperatures. We value reliability, adherence to safety policies, and teamwork in a fast-paced environment on site at the South Hutchinson facility.

Qualifications

• Have no more than 4 attendance points.
• Have had no suspensions within past 12 months.
• Have no more than 2 written warnings in the last 12 months.
• Have no lateral, downward, or self-disqualification unless for higher classification for the past 6 months.
• New TM’s still in 30 days of probationary period are not eligible to bid.
• Probationary TM’s bidding after their first 30 days, must have no more than 2 points.

Responsibilities

• Be responsible for operating machinery to ensure the continuous flow of product through the production process and ensure proper ingredients/supplies are being used on the line.
• Monitor and adjust machine settings as needed and notify supervisor if machines should require maintenance while maintaining a safe work environment and adhering to Tyson policies and procedures.
• Learn new EIM System and use hand held scanners, as well as any other duties assigned.
• Wear the appropriate PPE which includes steel toed shoes, bump cap and hearing protection.

Skills

Attendance management

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Job description

Management Level:

Class 3

Work Shift:

1ST SHIFT (United States of America)

This position is slated for team members who are currently working at this facility or complex only. Team members interested in transferring into this position from another Tyson facility should express interest through their local HR Partner.

In this position you will:

• Be responsible for operating machinery to ensure the continuous flow of product through the production process and ensure proper ingredients/supplies are being used on the line.
• Monitor and adjust machine settings as needed and notify supervisor if machines should require maintenance while maintaining a safe work environment and adhering to Tyson policies and procedures.
• Learn new EIM System and use hand held scanners, as well as any other duties assigned.
• Wear the appropriate (PPE) personal protective equipment which includes steel toed shoes, bump cap and hearing protection. (Team members are encouraged to dress appropriately before they arrive at their workstation).

Physical Requirements : The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

• Must be willing and able to lift up to 50 lbs. necessary when dumping bags of spice.
• Must be willing and able to push/pull of 80 lb. film in cart to machine.
• The Team Member will use torso flexion of 0-45 degrees is noted while handling spice.
• The Team Member will use full bilateral extension of arms necessary.
• The Team Member will use bilateral full hand grasp when performing checks for code dates.
• The Team Member will stand at all times in all workstations.
• The Team Member will use of both hands simultaneously when performing this job.
• The Team Member will work in areas that could range between 38 and 50 degrees temperatures and at times conditions could be wet.

Internal Qualifications At Time of Application:

• Have no more than 4 attendance points.
• Have had no suspensions within past 12 months.
• Have no more than 2 written warnings in the last 12 months.
• Have no lateral, downward, or self-disqualification unless for higher classification for the past 6 months.
• New TM’s still in 30 days of probationary period are not eligible to bid.
• Probationary TM’s bidding after their first 30 days, must have no more than 2 points.

Relocation Assistance Eligible:

No

Referral Payout Eligible:

No

The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

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.

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.

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