Lift Operator B Shift; Ottawa, IL

High Lift Operator

This position requires pulling down and putting away pallets in the warehouse rack system using a hi-lift forklift.

• Must have 6 months forklift experience with a single employer is required within the last 3 years. No gaps in employment greater than 6 months within the last 3 years.
• Cold storage experience is preferred.
• 3 months stand up forklift is preferred.

• Need full range of motion of arms, wrists, elbows, shoulders, neck, all digits, and legs. Must be able to stand for extended periods of time with a sense of balance.

• Must be able to push, pull, bend, stoop, squat, and carry (70) lbs or more up to (120) lbs.

• May work with corrective lenses if vision problems.

• May be provided PPE for additional hearing protection as needed.

• Must pass post offer health assessment and drug screening.

• 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 on occasion prior to depositing pallets.
• Communicate effectively and timely to leadership as you encounter difficulties or discrepancies.
• Follow all safety and policy procedures as set forth by Tyson Foods.
• Other duties include ensuring that all product quality, authenticity and legality procedures are followed and completing Annual Food Defense Training.
• Ensure safety processes are being followed consistently promoting a safe work environment and performing other responsibilities as needed.
• Clean as you go throughout your work shift.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Team members may spend extended times in damp and cold environments with temperatures ranging from 10 to 30 degrees Fahrenheit. (Up to 12 hours)
• We provide a catalog of Hi-Vis selections from Refrigewear to choose what PPE you wish to have. We will cover 50% of the cost for all PPE, except for boots, your half will be payroll deducted.
• Boots will be paid for up to $100, team members must wear either steel or composite toe boots that conform to ANSI 75lbs or more PSI rating with a slip resistant sole that covers the ankles. (Composite toe preferred).
• Standing or walking up to 100% of the time.
• Team members will spend up to 100% of their working time on a powered industrial truck (PIT) and will frequently mount and dismount throughout their work shift.

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.