Sanitation 3RD Shift- Newbern

Tyson Foods; Newbern (TN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Tyson Foods is seeking a sanitation/maintenance associate for the Newbern, TN facility. Responsibilities include cleaning and sanitizing work areas, assembling and disassembling equipment, and ensuring a safe, compliant production environment.

You will work mainly nights, with potential overtime as production demands dictate. Primary duties include operating high‑pressure hoses, applying sanitation chemicals, and performing routine checks to maintain cleanliness in line with SQF 2000 and USDA

Qualifications

• Experience in sanitation and sanitation protocols in food processing environments.
• Able to collaborate with Quality Assurance and USDA requirements.
• Familiar with safe operation of high‑pressure hoses and sanitation chemicals.
• Compliance with SQF 2000 principles.

Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitize work areas and equipment.
• Assemble and disassemble equipment; maintain safety.
• Perform dry pickup and set up equipment as needed.
• Rinse areas with high‑pressure hose; scrub floors with chemicals.
• Visually inspect area for cleanliness and GMP adherence.
• Coordinate with QA and USDA as required.
• Uphold SQF 2000 principles; perform other tasks as assigned.

Skills

Sanitation experience

QA liaison

USDA compliance

Safety procedures

Teamwork

Tools

High‑pressure hose

Sanitizing chemicals

Job description

Job Details:

Schedule – Monday - Friday with possible Saturdays

Pay – 24.45/Hr. plus 1.00 shift differential

Hours – 9:30 pm – until finished

Job Description:

• This position is responsible for cleaning and sanitizing work areas and, assembling and disassembling equipment while maintaining a safe work environment and adhering to Tyson policies and procedures.
• Dry pickup area.
• Break down and set up equipment where needed.
• Use of high-pressure hose to rinse area and floor.
• Use of various chemicals to foam and scrub floor.
• Visually check area for cleanliness.
• Ability to work closely with Quality Assurance and USDA.
• Uphold the principals of SQF 2000.
• Work schedule will vary depending on production Perform various other tasks as assigned by Lead person, Supervisor or Superintendent.

Requirements:

• Must be willing and able to work in temperatures less than or equal to 35 degrees Fahrenheit temperature for minimum of 8 hours.
• Ability to become certified in Tyson's Lock Out/Tag Out program.
• Must be willing and able to pinch/grip product/equipment.
• Familiar with safe operation and use of high-pressure hoses and sanitation chemicals.
• Must be willing and able to perform the following task for periods of 8 hours on concrete floor, some of which may include but is not limited to bending, twisting, reaching, standing, stooping, walking, climbing, and lifting.
• Must be willing and able to lift/carry up to 50 pounds.
• "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."
• Must have 6 MThs continuous employment in the last 18 months. Preferred candidates will have at least 6 MThs of relevant machine operator, warehouse, agriculture or production experience.
• Newbern does not accept rehires

Other Information:

Relocation Assistance Eligible: No

Work Shift: 3RD SHIFT (United States of America)

Hourly Applicants Only.

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