Grinder Opr PR1st shift- Danville, VA

Job Details:
This plant is not accepting rehires at this time.

Grinder Opr PR03

$22.85/hour

This position is responsible for setting up and operating equipment that grinds ingredients used in the manufacturing of food products while maintaining a safe work environment and adhering to Tyson policies and procedures.

• assemble and dismantle all equipment
• monitor and ensure product quality making adjustments when necessary to maintain product specifications
• perform the necessary wash down procedures when needed
• Maintain a clean and organized work area
• Responsible for shift change communication
• Responsible for the inspection of the equipment, parts, and/or blades to verify they are in good repair and sanitary, prior to set up
• Must be able to troubleshoot machinery and keep supervisor and maintenance informed of any machinery which needs to be repaired
• Must be able to use basic math skills when completing production paperwork
• Must be able to complete all QA checks and documentation accurately to include completion of paperwork
• Must be able to read and interpret work instructions
• Must be able to accurately identify all raw materials used in the grinding process
• Assist in the accurate verification of proper lot number usage in accordance with lots specified on formulas
• Read, comprehend, and accurately perform any written/typed instructions for an item formulation
• Perform appropriate transactions using RF terminal or scanner
• Responsible for controlling losses of product
• Wash down equipment for product changeovers and discard trash in the proper container
• Box combos of raw materials as required
• Ensure that rework is used in each load as specified
• Inform proper warehouse personnel in a timely manner of all raw materials needed for the grinding process
• Other duties as assigned

• Position may require employee to maintain a forklift license to help move product
• Must be willing and able to list up to 80lbs when required
• Must be willing and able to work in environment with extreme temperatures ranging from 39F to 90F
• Team Member has an individual responsibility to report all possible deficiencies that could compromise food safety
• Must be able to read and interpret work instructions and to adhere to all GMP standards and safety guidelines
• All applicants must provide their government identification number so the system can verify any previous Tyson employment history

Eligible:
No

1ST SHIFT (United States of America)

$22.85

Annual Incentive Plan:
No

Long-Term Incentive Plan:
No

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Any listed amounts represent the base pay range. Additional compensation may be available for this position based on various factors such as shift differentials, standby/on‑call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonuses.

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