PASCO-Heavy Skilled Harvest NOVEMBER

Tyson Foods; Pasco (WA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Tyson Foods, Pasco Plant in Pasco, Washington, is hiring for a Heavy Skilled Operator – Harvest. The role involves using knives and hooks, performing heavy physical tasks, and standing for long shifts in varied environments. Candidates should be able to work on moving chains/tables and wear all PPE correctly.

Previous meat processing experience is preferred. This is a full-time on-site position with an emphasis on safety and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Must be able to perform physical tasks including pushing, lifting, and pulling up to 80 lbs.
• Stand for extended periods and on moving tables or chains.
• Work in varying environmental conditions, including hot and cold.
• Comply with all PPE requirements for safety.
• 1 month prior experience in meat processing or related manufacturing is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate knives and hooks safely and efficiently.
• Perform physical tasks including pushing, lifting, and pulling weights up to 80 lbs.
• Work in varying environmental conditions (hot, cold, humid).
• Stand for the duration of the shift, potentially longer than eight hours.
• Maintain compliance with PPE requirements.
• Support roles in harvest operations (various legging and buttering tasks) as listed.

Skills

Physical strength up to 80 lbs

Stamina to stand 8 hours+

PPE compliance

Ability to work in hot/cold

Safety-conscious

Job description

# Tyson Foods, Inc.## PASCO-Heavy Skilled Harvest NOVEMBERApply: Pasco Plant - Pasco, Washington: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: December 1, 2026 (25 days left to apply): R0495490**Job Details:****LOCATION NOW ACCEPTING REHIRES****Eligible candidates will be 365+ days past last term date and have a maximum of 2x rehire eligibility for max of 3 Tyson Employments.**HEAVY SKILLED OPERATOR HARVESTWe are seeking dedicated and skilled individuals to join our team. This role involves the use of knives, hooks, and adherence to proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) protocols. As part of our skilled workforce, you will engage in physical tasks that may require standing at a table or elevated platform for extended periods, typically eight hours or more. Additionally, you may work on a moving table or chain.**Key Responsibilities:*** **Operate knives and hooks safely and efficiently.*** **Perform physical tasks such as pushing, lifting, and pulling weights up to 80 lbs.*** **Work in varying environmental conditions, including cold, hot, and humid settings.*** **Stand for the duration of your shift, which may extend beyond eight hours.*** **Maintain compliance with all PPE requirements to ensure safety.****Requirements:*** **Willingness and ability to work on a moving chain or table.*** **Capability to work in both hot and cold environments.*** **Physical strength to handle weights up to 80 lbs. using appropriate techniques.*** **Commitment to wearing and properly utilizing all required PPE.*** **Endurance to stand for long periods during your shift.** **Must have 1-month prior experience in a meat processing or similar manufacturing environment such as a butcher shop. Experience in one of the following jobs preferred:*** **Harvest: 1st Legger, 2nd Legger, 1st Butter, 2nd Butter, Low Backer, Head Dropper, Gullet Raiser, Gutter.** Join our team and contribute to a dynamic work environment where safety and efficiency are paramount. If you are a motivated individual with the ability to perform physically demanding tasks, we encourage you to apply. **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.** **Relocation Assistance Eligible:**No**Work Shift:**A Shift (United States of America)**Pay Range/Rate:**$22.35**Incentives:**Annual Incentive Plan:NoLong-Term Incentive Plan:No**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.**Any listed amounts represent the base pay range. Additional compensation may be available for this position based on various factors such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonuses. Pay is just one part of Tyson’s total compensation package. ***Tyson will develop an offer based on a candidate's or team member’s relevant skills and capabilities, the market data for the role described in this requisition, internal equity, and other information relevant to the candidate and role.*** 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. **CCPA Notice. If you are a California resident, and would like to learn more about what categories of personal information we collect when you apply for this job, and how we may use that information, please read our CCPA Job Applicant Notice at Collection,** **click here****.**