VICKSBURG: 2nd Shift LINE PACKOUT Utility Labor PR
Listed on 2026-09-14
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Manufacturing / Production
Food Production, Production Associate / Production Line, Factory Work, Manufacturing & Industrial Operations
Job Details: AT THIS TIME the location is no longer accepting rehires for GENERAL LABOR roles. CANDIDATES THAT HAVE WORKED FOR TYSON FOODS OR TYSON AFFILIATES 1 OR MORE TIMES WILL NOT BE ELIGIBLE FOR REHIRE. Pay is $17.40 per hour. PLUS, an additional $2.00 per hour for 2nd and 3rd Shift positions. MUST PERFORM OTHER DUTIES AS TASKED BY ADMINISTRATION.
MUST BE SAFE AND OBSERVE ALL OF TYSONS POLICIES AND PROCEDURES. The General Production Labor position provides hands‑on support to production operations by performing a variety of manual and production‑related tasks as assigned.
This role supports product flow, quality, and efficiency while maintaining a safe work environment and adhering to Tyson policies, food safety standards, and procedures in a fresh food manufacturing environment. Utility Laborer Job Description Summary The Utility Laborer is responsible for maintaining continuous product flow and supporting production operations in a fresh food manufacturing environment. This position relieves Team Members for breaks, fills in during labor shortages, and performs a variety of production support tasks while maintaining a safe work environment and adhering to all Tyson policies, food safety standards, and procedures.
- Maintain continuous product flow on production lines to support efficiency and throughput
- Relieve Team Members on the production line for breaks, lunches, and absences
- Fill in for open positions during labor shortages to ensure uninterrupted operations
- Perform multiple production tasks as assigned, including but not limited to packing, sorting, staging, and material handling
- Assist with product movement between production areas to prevent downtime or congestion
- Monitor work areas to ensure product quality, food safety, and sanitation standards are met
- Follow all standard operating procedures (SOPs) related to fresh product handling
- Assist supervisors by responding quickly to changing production needs
- Identify and report safety hazards, equipment issues, or product concerns immediately
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of production areas, tools, and equipment
- Comply with all Tyson policies, OSHA regulations, USDA requirements, and food safety guidelines
- Perform other duties as assigned to support production and operational goals
Work directly with raw and fresh products in a temperature‑controlled environment. Strict adherence to hygiene, sanitation, and personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements. Compliance with food safety, quality, and contamination prevention practices. Ability to adapt quickly to changing line assignments and production priorities.
Physical Demands and Work RequirementsAbility to stand and walk for the entire shift. Ability to bend, stoop, reach, twist, and perform repetitive motions. Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials as required. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds with or without assistance. Ability to work in cold, wet, or humid conditions typical of a fresh plant environment. Required use of PPE, including gloves, aprons, hairnets, and protective footwear.
WorkSchedule
Must be available to work assigned shifts. Overtime, weekends, and holidays may be required based on production needs.
Safety and Compliance CommitmentThe Utility Laborer is expected to maintain a safe work environment at all times and strictly adhere to Tyson policies, food safety requirements, OSHA regulations, and plant procedures. This role is critical to ensuring consistent production flow and operational flexibility in a fresh food manufacturing environment. Relocation Assistance Eligible:
No.
Work Shift:
2ND SHIFT (United States of America)
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