Utility Operator - 1st and 2nd Shift - North Richland Hills, TX

Utility

Pay: $18.45/hr. and potential for overtime.

1st Shift
- Start: between 6AM - 7AM (depending on department) - end 3:30ish

2nd Shift
- Start: between 3PM - 3:15PM - go until production is done.

SHIFT DIF – $0.35

If you are looking to make an impact in a meaningful way, join us at Tyson Foods, near Fort Worth, TX, 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 great benefits and competitive pay. This facility produces Pepperoni and other Pizza Toppings.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The essential job function of the Utility is to assist in line start-up, remove trash and relieve when necessary.

• Assists in line set up prior to start-up, stocks line with packaging materials such as bags, boxes, strapping, tape, clips, etc.
• Fills in for line worker as necessary, packs and palletizes cases of cooked food products, labels boxes as needed.
• Notifies supervisor and or operation specialist if machinery not operating properly.
• Keeps work area clean and observes Tyson/USDA safety and sanitation rules.
• Utilizes proper lifting techniques to avoid injury to themselves and others.
• Wears appropriate personal protective equipment.
• Operates pallet jack and performs other duties as required or assigned.
• Monitor and control key product control points such as weight, size, temperature, etc.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Requires ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Perform routine repetitive tasks.
• Read weights and scales.
• Sufficient mathematical ability to perform mathematical calculations, plot data and make statistically based decisions.
• Willing to become certified to operate a pallet jack.
• Must be able and willing to work overtime and weekends if needed.
• 6 months work history with the same employer.
• 6 months of machine operator experience.
• Candidates who have previously worked for Tyson will have a minimum rehire waiting period of 365 days and are limited to 3 times of employment.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

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

• Physical abilities to vertically move products weigh 5 lbs. constantly, 20 lbs. occasionally.
• Exerting forces of 10 lbs.
• Frequently, exert grip forces of 17 lbs.
• Frequently lifting 50 to 75 pounds, occasionally lifting 100 pounds.
• Walk up to 4 miles during the shift and work in extremes of temperature.

Relocation Assistance Eligible:
No

Work Shift:

ALL SHIFTS (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.

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.

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.