Case Picker C Shift; Ottawa, Il

Position Summary

Case Picker, C shift – Friday to Sunday, 6:00AM to 6:00PM, $26.40 per hour plus a $3.00 weekend differential. This role supports the safe and efficient handling of food for Tyson Foods.

• Pick cases safely, efficiently, and accurately using a handheld scanner with a warehouse management system.
• Move product through the warehouse in a safe and efficient manner.
• Pick and place pallets accurately and within Tyson guidelines to avoid dumps or askew pallets.
• Remove plastic wrap when required before depositing pallets.
• Communicate effectively and timely to leadership when encountering difficulties or discrepancies.
• Follow all safety and policy procedures set forth by Tyson Foods.
• Ensure all product quality, authenticity, and legality procedures are followed and complete annual food defense training.
• Promote a safe work environment and perform other responsibilities as needed.
• Clean as you go throughout the work shift.

• At least six (6) months of continuous work history with a single employer in the last three years.
• No employment gaps greater than six (6) months within the last three years.
• Cold storage experience preferred.
• Three (3) months of forklift experience preferred.
• Full range of motion of arms, wrists, elbows, shoulders, neck, all digits, and legs.
• Ability to stand for extended periods with good balance.
• Ability to push, pull, bend, stoop, squat, and carry between 70lbs and 120lbs.
• May use corrective lenses if vision issues exist.
• May be provided additional hearing protection as needed.
• Must pass a post‑offer health assessment and drug screening.
• Must wear steel or composite‑toe boots conforming to ANSI 75lb PSI rating with a slip‑resistant sole and ankle coverage (boot cost covered up to $100).
• Environment may involve damp and cold conditions ranging from 10°F to 30°F for up to 12hours and powered industrial truck operation up to 100% of shift.

Employees must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job, including standing, walking, and operating a powered industrial truck up to 100% of the shift. Reasonable accommodations will be considered.

All personnel receive personal protection equipment and boot reimbursement after probation.

Hourly rate: $26.40 per hour (+$3.00 weekend differential). Additional compensation may be available for shift differentials, overtime, and bonuses.

Tyson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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.