Shipping Forklift Operator- 2nd Shift- Amherst, OH

Tyson Foods; Amherst (OH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Tyson Foods in the United States is hiring for a full-time Forklift Driver on the 2nd shift. The role involves operating a forklift to move packages and materials, with a starting pay of $23.25 per hour.

Candidates should have at least six months of forklift experience and be able to work in a cold environment and potentially overtime. The position emphasizes safety, equipment handling, and adherence to production guidelines.

Qualifications

• 6-month forklift experience required on application.

Responsibilities

• Unload/Load materials and merchandise from vehicles and stack to designated areas.
• Move stock to pallets or crates for storage or shipment.
• Identify damages and report shortages or quality issues.
• Transport raw materials to production workstations and inspect machinery for safety.
• Maintain inventory and records with accurate paperwork or scanning.
• Follow company policies and maintain a safe, orderly work environment.

Skills

Forklift operation

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Job Details:

If you are looking to make an impact in a meaningful way, join us at Tyson Foods where we are raising the world’s expectations for how much good food can do! We create quality products in a safe environment for our team members. We offer steady work and competitive pay. This facility operates 5+ days a week, has potential for overtime, and produces sandwiches. We are hiring immediately for Forklift Drivers! ATTN Prior Tyson Workers: This location currently at this time is not accepting rehires, candidates who have previously worked for Tyson Foods Communication with applicants will be attempted through contact information provided on application: via email, phone calls, and SMS messages. Please ensure all contact information is correct and up to date.

REQUIREMENTS:

6-month forklift experience listed on application (can be a combination of employers as long as experience is at least 6 months)

JOB DESCRIPTION POSITION SUMMARY:

Food Production - Forklift Opr PR06 - Full-Time Starting pay: $23.25/HR This position is responsible for carefully operating a forklift to move packages and materials around our facilities. You will be operating a forklift with the utmost care to ensure efficiency and safety in accordance with Tysons production guidelines and Safety.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Unload/Load materials and merchandise from incoming vehicles and stack them to assigned places.
• Locate and move stock of products to pallets or crates for storage or shipment.
• Identify damages and report shortages or quality deficiencies.
• Transport raw materials to production workstations Inspect machinery to determine the need for repairs and guarantee safety by performing regular maintenance.
• Keep updated records of inventory and activity logs through accurate paperwork and/or electronic scanning.
• Comply with company policies and legal guidelines.
• Help maintain a safe and orderly environment while driving within the facilities.
• Other duties as assigned.

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 be willing and able to wear required PPE to work in an extremely cold environment (below -10 degrees F).
• Must be willing and able to work for extended periods in cold environment (30F – 40F)
• Must be willing and able to walk and reach with hands and arms 100% of the time.
• Must be willing and able to use hands and fingers to handle or feel 100% of the time.
• Must be willing and able to stand, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, and crouch; or crawl 25% of the time up to 10 hours per day.
• Must be willing and able to sit 75-100% of the time for up to 8 - 10 hours per day.
• Must be willing and able to lift 50 pounds and/or move up to 300 pounds (with assistance) 100% of the time.

Relocation Assistance Eligible: No

Work Shift: 2ND SHIFT (United States of America)

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The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:

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.

Benefits:

• We provide our team members and their families with paid time off; 401(k) plans; affordable health, life, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; and more.

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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.

The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

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