Poultry Harvesting Associate – Fast-Paced & Cold Environment

0003 Tyson Farms, Inc.; Shelbyville (TN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

paid time off

401(k) plans

affordable health, life, dental,vision

Job summary

Tyson Foods in Shelbyville, TN is hiring for an hourly production role on 1st shift. The position emphasizes safety, speed, and precise handling of poultry on the line. You will stand beside conveyors, lift up to 50 lbs, and follow strict hygiene and safety procedures.

Internal candidates may have priority; relocation is not noted. You will be part of a team in a fast-paced environment that requires attention to detail and reliability.

Qualifications

• Must have good eye/hand coordination.
• Physical stamina required for long shifts.
• Commitment to safety procedures and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Stand approximately 18-20 inches from conveyor.
• Grasp live chicken by the legs with two hands, avoiding bruising.
• Lift the chicken and turn it upside down with the breast facing away.
• Keep all shackles full.
• Wear all required safety equipment.
• Must have good eye/hand coordination.
• Other duties assigned by supervisor.
• Must perform essential job functions to standard within 10 days.
• Must work at a fast pace for the entire shift.
• Must work in a cold, hot, damp and dusty environment.
• Observe hygiene & safety procedures at all times.
• Must stand for the entire shift.
• Job requires bending, lifting, twisting, & turning.
• Set an example for others in complying with policies.
• Must lift up to 50 lbs.

Skills

Eye/hand coordination

Stamina

Safety-conscious

Team player

Job description

Tyson Foods in Shelbyville, TN is hiring for an hourly production role on 1st shift. The position emphasizes safety, speed, and precise handling of poultry on the line. You will stand beside conveyors, lift up to 50 lbs, and follow strict hygiene and safety procedures.

Internal candidates may have priority; relocation is not noted. You will be part of a team in a fast-paced environment that requires attention to detail and reliability.