Material's Handler Operator (slicing & packing) - 2nd Shift - Newbern, Tn

Tyson Foods; Tennessee; On-site; USD 27,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Telehealth services

Well-Being Support Programs

FSA and HSA available

401k

Stock Purchase Plan

Company Paid Life Insurance

Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

Fully Funded Education

Discount Program

Job summary

Tyson Foods, located in Newbern, TN, seeks a Material's Handler Operator for the 2nd shift (4:00 pm–1:00 am). The role involves setting up equipment, maintaining supplies for the production line, and moving finished products.

You must read SKU numbers, barcodes, weights, and labels, and accurately record information on product check sheets. The position requires physical work in cold environments (≤35°F) with safety and quality standards, 6 months of continuous employment in the last 18 months,

Qualifications

• Must read SKU numbers, order numbers, weights, GTIN labels and barcodes.
• Six months of continuous employment in the last 18 months.
• Preferred experience in machine operator, warehouse, agricultural or production.

Responsibilities

• Set up equipment for startup and production runs.
• Keep the Douglas department supplied to run production and move finished product.
• Follow safety, food safety and company policies; read and record product data on check sheets.

Skills

Read SKU numbers

Read barcodes

Read order numbers

Read weight labels

Tools

Conveyor equipment

Job description

# Tyson Foods, Inc.## Material's Handler Operator (slicing & packing) - 2nd Shift - Newbern, TnApply: Newbern Plant - Newbern, Tennessee: Full time: Posted Yesterday: End Date: October 30, 2026 (5 days left to apply): R0492505**Job Details:****Schedule - Monday - Friday with possible Saturday's****Hours - 4:00 pm - 1:00 am****Pay - 23.45/Hr.****Job Description:*** Responsible for setting up equipment in preparation for startup.* Responsible for keeping Douglas department with supplies needed to run production and keep finished product moved out, while also being able to adhere to good safety practices, food safety policies, and company policies.* Monitor production area for trash and debris on floor.* Must be willing and able to read SKU numbers, order numbers, box numbers, weights, GTIN labels, and barcodes, also write the information on product check sheets to ensure accuracy of the customers’ specifications.* Must be willing and able to read the schedule of products to be processed and compare the information to the current product being ran and write the information on the product check sheet.* Familiar with the safe operation of production line conveyor equipment.**Requirements:** “*The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation*.”* Perform various other tasks as assigned by Lead person, Supervisor or Superintendent. Must be able to work in temperatures less than or equal to 35 degrees Fahrenheit temperature for minimum of 8 hours.* Must be willing to pinch/grip product and place into specified location.* Must be able to perform the following task for periods of time on concrete floor, some of which may include but is not limited to bending, twisting, reaching, standing, stooping, walking, climbing, and lifting. 1 person required for tub weighing 0 - 49 lb.; 2 people required for 50 - 100 lb. tub; Promotes safe lifting practices & employee safety.* Ability to communicate effectively with company employees and all levels of management.* Must have 6 months of continuous employment in the last 18 months. Preferred candidates will have at least 6 months of relevant machine operator, warehouse, agricultural or production experience.**We offer a full range of benefits and perks including:** * Medical, dental, and vision insurance* Telehealth services* Well-Being Support Programs* FSA and HSA available* 401k* Stock Purchase Plan* Company Paid Life Insurance* Short-Term & Long- Term Disability* Fully Funded Education* Discount Program**Relocation Assistance Eligible:**No**Work Shift:**2ND 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. **If you would like to learn more about your data privacy rights and how you may use that information, please read our Job Applicant Privacy Notice** **here****.** Unsolicited Assistance: Tyson Foods and its subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited support from external recruitment vendors for open positions within the United States. Any resumes or candidate profiles submitted by recruitment vendors or headhunters to any employee or applicant tracking system at Tyson Foods or its subsidiaries, without a valid written request and search agreement approved by HR, will be considered the property of Tyson Foods. No fees will be paid if the candidate is hired due to an unsolicited referral.