Packer Labor 1st Shift (September) Forest, MS

Tyson Foods; Forest (MS); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k)

Health, life, dental, vision benefits

Job summary

Tyson Foods in Forest, MS is seeking a Packer Labor team member to pack poultry products according to company specs and customer needs, while meeting food safety and quality standards. You will label, inspect, and prepare products for shipment, maintain GMP compliance, and work to keep a safe, efficient production line.

The role requires lifting and standing for long periods, with a first shift schedule. Tyson Foods is an Equal Opportunity Employer and offers broad benefits as part of its team.

Qualifications

• Must be able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Experience with packing or production line work is beneficial.
• Compliance with GMPs and food safety standards is required.

Responsibilities

• Pack poultry products into trays, bags, boxes, or other containers according to specifications.
• Verify quality, appearance, quantity, and packaging requirements before packing.
• Apply labels and date codes to packaged products as required.
• Remove defective or improperly packaged items from the line.
• Maintain line speed while ensuring accuracy and quality.
• Stack and prepare packed products for palletizing and shipment.
• Follow all USDA regulations and company GMP policies.
• Maintain a clean, sanitary work area and use PPE as required.
• Assist with line changeovers, cleanup, and other duties as assigned.
• Report equipment or product concerns to supervisors.

Skills

Palletizing

Quality check

Food safety

Job description

Job Details:

Job Summary

The Packer Labor team member is responsible for packing poultry products according to company specifications, customer requirements, food safety standards, and quality expectations. This position supports production operations by ensuring products are properly packaged, labeled, inspected, and prepared for shipment while maintaining a safe and efficient work environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Pack poultry products into trays, bags, boxes, or other packaging containers according to production specifications.
• Verify product quality, appearance, quantity, and packaging requirements before packing.
• Place labels, date codes, and product identification materials on packaged products as required.
• Remove defective, damaged, or improperly packaged products from the production line.
• Maintain production line speed while ensuring product accuracy and quality standards are met.
• Stack, organize, and prepare packed products for palletizing and shipment.
• Follow all food safety, quality assurance, animal welfare, and USDA regulations.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary work area in compliance with company policies and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
• Utilize required personal protective equipment (PPE) and follow all safety procedures.
• Assist with line changeovers, cleanup activities, and other production-related duties as assigned.
• Communicate equipment or product concerns to supervisors and team leads.

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

This facility will not accept applicants that have worked for Tyson Foods more than 3 times.

This facility accepts rehires after 365 days.

Relocation Assistance Eligible:

No

Work Shift:

1ST SHIFT (United States of America)

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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.

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