Optix Trimmer - Machine Opr PR2nd Shift Waverly NE
Listed on 2026-07-12
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Manufacturing / Production
Manufacturing & Industrial Operations, Machine Operator, Production Associate / Production Line
Job Title
Pay: $18.60/hr + $1.50/hr attendance bonus
2nd shift receives a $2 shift differential
Hours:
Monday – Friday, occasional weekend work
1st Shift: 7:00 am – 3:30 pm or upon completion of assigned work
2nd Shift: 3:30 pm – 12:00 am or upon completion of assigned work
Summary:
This position is responsible for trimming rejected product before and after going through the x-ray machine to meet the necessary Final Product Standards (FPS) requirements.
- Trim rejected product for FPS compliance
- Follow procedures for salvage and reprocessing
- Capture and record all required data
- Other duties as assigned, inclusive but not limited to trayline traying and debone support as needed.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment safely and efficiently
- Ability to operate safely and effectively
- Ability to work efficiently at a fast pace; while operating a knife
- Required to master knife skills
- Able to discern and pay attention to quality of product
- Must be able to work independently and make decisions
- Willingness to function as part of a team and work toward team goals
- Eagerness to learn new ideas
- Preparedness to assist in other areas of production and work overtime as required
Experience:
- High School or equivalent preferred
- 6 months of production experience preferred
Skills:
- Must be able to communicate effectively
- Stand:
Continuously (8 or more hours) - Grasp:
Continuously (handling knife) - Pull/Push:
Frequently - Lift/Carry:
Frequently (up to 10 lbs.) Occasionally (up to 30-50 lbs.) - Bend/Stoop/Squat:
Occasionally - Physical Environment:
- Continuously:
Working around moving machinery, working in a damp, slippery and cold environment (Below 40°
F) - Occasionally; reach above shoulder (up to 2 ft.)
- Occasionally;
Climb (2 feet)
The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.
Relocation Assistance Eligible:
No
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.
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