Packer Operator - 3rd SHIFT Full Time - Kansas City, KS

Tyson Foods; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Health benefits

Dental, vision, prescription drug

Job summary

Tyson Foods in Kansas City, KS is hiring a full-time Packer Operator for 3rd shift. Operate automated packaging lines, monitor ingredients, adjust machines, and notify supervision when maintenance is needed while upholding safety and Tyson policies.

You must have at least 3 months on a machine or packer operator role and at least 6 months of recent continuous work. This fast-paced, cold environment offers benefits including PTO, 401(k), and medical coverage.

Qualifications

• 3 months of machine or packer operator experience
• 6 months of continuous work in the last 3 years

Responsibilities

• Operate machinery to ensure continuous product flow and correct ingredient usage.
• Monitor and adjust machine settings as needed; notify supervisor for maintenance.
• Perform packaging checks and resolve jams or equipment malfunctions safely and efficiently.
• Identify material quality defects and take appropriate action.
• Weigh rework using floor scale and HMI workstation; operate handheld scanner.

Skills

Packer operator experience

Team collaboration

Tools

HMI workstation

Handheld scanner

Job description

Job Details

To feed a changing world, it takes an incredible team. From the cutting board to the board room, every Tyson Foods team member plays a key role in our success. That is where you come in. We are hiring immediately for Packer Operators .

Communication with applicants will be attempted through contact information provided on application: via email, phone calls, and SMS messages. Please ensure all contact information is correct and up to date.

ATTN Prior Tyson Workers

This location currently at this time is not accepting rehires, candidates who have previously worked for Tyson Foods

REQUIREMENTS

Minimum of 3 months of machine or packer operator experience and minimum of 6 months of continuous work in the last 3 years.

JOB DESCRIPTION

POSITION SUMMARY

Food Production - Packer Operator - Full Time - Kansas City, KS

This facility is a highly automated meat processing/packaging facility located in Kansas City, KS. This position is responsible for operating machinery to ensure the continuous flow of products through the production process and ensuring proper ingredients/supplies are being used on the line. It is also responsible for monitoring and adjusting machine settings as needed and notifying the supervisor if machines should require maintenance while maintaining a safe work environment and adhering to Tyson policies and procedures.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operator Care-Basic lubrication, inspection adjustments, repairs, cleaning (CLAIR LEAN Manufacturing- Contribute to a continuous improvement environment by participating in activities to include line side problem solving.
• 5S program (Andon System Stoplight)- Contribute to a safe and organized work environment by maintaining a clean and orderly workspace.
• Perform perfect packaging checks.
• Safely and efficiently resolve jam ups and equipment malfunctions.
• Identify material quality defects and take appropriate action.
• Weigh rework using a floor scale and Human Machine Interface (HMI) workstation.
• Operate handheld digital scanner.

FOR ALL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be willing and able to be exposed to a cold/damp work environment with temperatures ranging from 28-42 degrees.
• Must be willing and able t o lift, push, or carry up to 50 lbs.
• Must be willing and able to work in a fast-paced environment and requires repetitive motions.
• Must be willing and able to stand, bend, reach overhead, and twist for extended periods.
• Must be willing and able to stand 8-12 hours a day on a hard floor.
• Must be willing and able to perform physical lifting/moving, bending to stock material from inventory location to robotic equipment (Min 25 LBS).

Relocation Assistance Eligible

No

Work Shift

3RD SHIFT (United States of America)

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