Pallet Jack Operator – 1st Shift, Food Production

Tyson Foods; Forest (MS); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Tyson Foods in Forest, Mississippi, is seeking a Jack Driver to safely operate pallet jacks and transport poultry products, ingredients, packaging materials, and supplies throughout the plant. This role supports production flow, inventory movement, and operational efficiency while complying with safety and food safety standards.

The position requires 6 months of recent experience and the ability to perform the physical duties of the job with or without accommodation.

Qualifications

• Must have 6 months experience within the last 12 months.
• Physically able to perform the job duties with or without accommodations.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate electric and manual pallet jacks to move products and materials throughout the plant.
• Transport raw materials, finished products, and packaging supplies to designated production and storage areas.
• Load, unload, stack, and position pallets as directed.
• Maintain continuous product flow to support production schedules.
• Inspect pallet jacks and equipment before use and report any mechanical issues or safety concerns.
• Follow all food safety, quality assurance, and sanitation procedures.
• Keep work areas clean, organized, and free of safety hazards.
• Comply with Tyson Foods policies, USDA regulations, GMPs, and workplace safety standards.
• Assist with inventory control, product movement, and other production duties as assigned.

Skills

Pallet Jack Operation

Tools

Pallet jack equipment

Job description

Tyson Foods in Forest, Mississippi, is seeking a Jack Driver to safely operate pallet jacks and transport poultry products, ingredients, packaging materials, and supplies throughout the plant. This role supports production flow, inventory movement, and operational efficiency while complying with safety and food safety standards.

The position requires 6 months of recent experience and the ability to perform the physical duties of the job with or without accommodation.