TYSON FOODS-WILKESBORO FRESH PLANT: 1st Shift CHILLERS Rehanger PR04

Responsibilities

• Maintain continuous product flow on production lines to support efficiency and throughput
• Relieve Team Members on the production line for breaks, lunches, and absences
• Fill in for open positions during labor shortages to ensure uninterrupted operations
• Perform multiple production tasks as assigned, including but not limited to packing, sorting, staging, and material handling
• Assist with product movement between production areas to prevent downtime or congestion
• Monitor work areas to ensure product quality, food safety, and sanitation standards are met
• Follow all standard operating procedures (SOPs) related to fresh product handling
• Assist supervisors by responding quickly to changing production needs
• Identify and report safety hazards, equipment issues, or product concerns immediately
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of production areas, tools, and equipment
• Comply with all Tyson policies, OSHA regulations, USDA requirements, and food safety guidelines
• Perform other duties as assigned to support production and operational goals
• Fresh Plant Environment Expectations
• Work directly with raw and fresh products in a temperature-controlled environment
• Strict adherence to hygiene, sanitation, and personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements
• Compliance with food safety, quality, and contamination prevention practices
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing line assignments and production priorities
• Education and Experience Requirements
• Education:
• High School diploma or equivalent preferred

Requirements

• Previous manufacturing or fresh food production experience preferred
• Ability to learn and perform multiple production tasks
• Skills and Competencies
• Flexibility and willingness to work in multiple production areas
• Strong attendance and reliability
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
• Basic communication skills
• Team-oriented mindset with a strong commitment to safety and quality
• Physical Demands and Work Requirements
• Ability to stand and walk for the entire shift
• Ability to bend, stoop, reach, twist, and perform repetitive motions
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials as required
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds with or without assistance
• Ability to work in cold, wet, or humid conditions typical of a fresh plant environment
• Required use of PPE, including gloves, aprons, hairnets, and protective footwear
• Work Schedule
• Must be available to work assigned shifts
• Overtime, weekends, and holidays may be required based on production needs
• Safety and Compliance Commitment
• 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.
• Tyson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be

Benefits

Additional Information

Job Details: Pay is $18.30 per hour. Shift START TIME is approximately 7:00AM *** BENEFITS START DAY ONE *** We offer a full range of benefits and perks including: ➢ MEDICAL, DENTAL, and VISION INSURANCE ➢ Telehealth services ➢ Well-Being Support Programs ➢ FSA and HSA available ➢ 401k ➢ Stock Purchase Plan ➢ Company Paid Life Insurance ➢ Short-Term & Long- Term Disability ➢ Fully Funded Education ➢ Discount Program Please opt in to SMS/texting or watch your email for updates on all job applications. The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation. REHIRES ARE SUBJECT TO A 91 DAY WAIT PERIOD, determined from their last date of employment, to be considered for FRESH PLANT. CANDIDATES THAT HAVE WORKED FOR TYSON FOODS OR TYSON AFFILIATES 3 OR MORE TIMES WILL NOT BE ELIGIBLE FOR REHIRE. MUST PERFORM OTHER DUTIES AS TASKED BY ADMINISTRATION. MUST BE SAFE AND OBSERVE ALL OF TYSONS POLICIES AND PROCEDURES. Job Description From a standing position, pick up and hang birds approx. 3.5-6 pounds by both legs in shackles shoulder height, 16 inches from the body, approx. 5 per minute. Visually inspect birds for any defects. Use of both hands and arms required. Must stand on metal platform for up to 8 hours. Must be able to tolerate cool environments. Downgrade birds with defects; place in appropriate containers for further processing.

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