Shelbyville Live Receiving/Picking, Evis - Harvest Room Labor PR05 - FT (1st Shift)

0003 Tyson Farms, Inc.

Shelbyville (TN)

On-site

USD 21,000 - 26,000

Full time

4 days ago
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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

Job Details

This position is slated for team members who are currently working at this facility or complex as a priority. External candidates are considered post internal applicant review. Current team members interested in transferring into this position from another Tyson facility should express interest through their local HR Partner.

Position Responsibilities
  • Stand approximately 18-20 inches from conveyor.
  • Use two hands, grasp live chicken by the legs, taking care not to bruise the chicken or break any parts.
  • 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.
  • Any other duties assigned by supervisor.
  • Must be able to perform essential job functions to standard within 10 days.
  • Must be able to work at a fast pace for the entire shift.
  • Must be able to work in a cold, hot, damp and dusty environment.
  • Must observe all required hygiene & safety procedures at all times.
  • Must be able to stand for entire shift.
  • Job requires bending, lifting, twisting, & turning.
  • Must set an example for other team members in complying with all policies.
  • Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.

The winning candidate will be determined through an interview process.

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Eligible: No

Work Shift: 1ST SHIFT (United States of America)

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.

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.

Benefits
  • paid time off
  • 401(k) plans
  • affordable health, life, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits
  • and more
Company Culture

Our team members make the difference. If you are ready to grow your career with an industry leader and want to positively impact the team and community around you, then join us in helping us in raising expectations. Join us on the journey. At Tyson, we feed the world like family. Our Talent Strategy is to Attract, Grow, Reward and Retain the best talent, and we believe that our Culture is the connecting thread that drives that strategy! We strive to be a talent magnet to establish a reputation for being a talent rich organization where team members can grow their career while growing the business. We are a high performing organization where team members are rewarded (Pay, Benefits and Recognition) for their contributions, and given the opportunity to support and/or volunteer with programs that help Tyson make a lasting social impact in the communities where we live and work. To learn more about our culture, please read Our Purpose.

Recruiting Policies

Unsolicited Assistance: Tyson Foods and its subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited support from external recruitment vendors for open positions within the United States. Any resumes or candidate profiles submitted by recruitment vendors or headhunters to any employee or applicant tracking system at Tyson Foods or its subsidiaries, without a valid written request and search agreement approved by HR, will be considered the property of Tyson Foods. No fees will be paid if the candidate is hired due to an unsolicited referral.

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Equal Opportunity Employer

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.

Tyson Foods, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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