Shipping Forklift Opr PR07 (2nd Shift)-New Holland Warehouse

Tyson Foods; New Holland (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Tyson Foods is hiring a Forklift Operator – Shipping for the 2nd shift. The role involves loading trailers, operating forklifts, and supporting warehouse teams. You will use the EIM system, verify bills of lading, and ensure accurate shipment quantities.

Work in cold refrigerated conditions and be able to lift up to 40 lbs (70+ lbs for some tasks). Applicants must meet Tyson's rehire criteria and have 6 months of continuous employment in the last 36 months, plus forklift certification training.

Qualifications

• Must have 6 months of continuous employment with a single employer within the last 36 months of employment.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain Tyson forklift certification.
• Successfully complete forklift training and licensing requirements.
• Ability and willingness to work in a cold, damp, and wet environment.
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs. regularly; some material handling may require lifting 70+ lbs.
• Good hand-eye coordination and attention to detail.
• Ability to stand and walk for 8–9-hour shifts.
• Ability to bend, twist, turn, push, and pull as required.
• Basic math skills to verify shipment quantities and complete shipping-related calculations.
• Ability to read bills of lading, follow loading procedures, and communicate effectively via email.

Responsibilities

• Manifest and load trailers to support shipping operations.
• Operate forklifts, stand-up lifts, and other powered material handling equipment.
• Support Shipping, Receiving, and other warehouse departments as needed.
• Use the Enterprise Inventory Management (EIM) system to scan packaging materials and ingredients entering or leaving the warehouse.
• Read and verify bills of lading and shipping documentation.
• Ensure accurate shipment quantities through inventory verification and basic calculations.
• Follow loading procedures and maintain shipping accuracy and efficiency.
• Work in a fast-paced environment with repetitive motion and constant movement.
• Perform lifting, pushing, pulling, standing, walking, and equipment operation throughout the shift.
• Work in refrigerated conditions with temperatures ranging from 28°F to 42°F.

Skills

Forklift operation

Reading bills of lading

Basic math

Attention to detail

Email communication

Tyson forklift certification

Tools

Tyson forklift certification

Job description

Pay $21.90

Job Details:

Job Description

Position: Forklift Operator – Shipping

• Manifest and load trailers to support shipping operations.
• Operate forklifts, stand-up lifts, and other powered material handling equipment.
• Support Shipping, Receiving, and other warehouse departments as needed.
• Use the Enterprise Inventory Management (EIM) system to scan packaging materials and ingredients entering or leaving the warehouse.
• Read and verify bills of lading and shipping documentation.
• Ensure accurate shipment quantities through inventory verification and basic calculations.
• Follow loading procedures and maintain shipping accuracy and efficiency.
• Work in a fast-paced environment that requires repetitive motion and constant movement.
• Perform lifting, pushing, pulling, standing, walking, and equipment operation throughout the shift.
• Work in refrigerated conditions with temperatures ranging from 28°F to 42°F.

Requirements

• Must have 6 months of continuous employment with a single employer within the last 36 months of employment
• Must be able to obtain and maintain Tyson forklift certification.
• Successfully complete forklift training and licensing requirements.
• Ability and willingness to work in a cold, damp, and wet environment.
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs. regularly; some material handling and receiving duties may require lifting 70+ lbs.
• Good hand-eye coordination and attention to detail.
• Ability to stand and walk for the duration of 8–9-hour shifts.
• Ability to bend, twist, turn, push, and pull as required.
• Basic math skills to verify shipment quantities and complete shipping-related calculations.
• Ability to read bills of lading, follow loading procedures, and communicate effectively via email.
• Willingness to learn additional duties and accept direction from supervisors.
• Flexibility to work overtime, weekends, and schedules that may include Monday through Saturday.

Rehire Criteria

• All applicants must provide their government identification number to verify any previous Tyson employment history.

• Former Tyson Team Members must be separated from the company for a minimum of 180 calendar days.
• Also, if you have worked at Tyson 3 times or more you will not be eligible for rehire.
• Applicants that complete an application and do not meet the criteria described in this statement will be removed from the application process.

Relocation Assistance Eligible:

No

Work Shift:

2ND SHIFT (United States of America)

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