Checker Operator (TVDC) (6)

Tyson Foods•Russellville, AR

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Checker Operator is an entry-level forklift operator role responsible for moving product and materials through a warehouse using a motor-powered forklift. The position supports the timely and accurate loading, unloading, and processing of Tyson products in a facility that ships and receives products seven days a week. Team members will be retrained and certified on forklift operation during orientation and may be considered for forklift operator openings on any shift. Tyson emphasizes safety and provides personal protective equipment (PPE) and boot reimbursement. Advancement opportunities and steady work are offered. The role involves working in a fast-paced cold-storage environment, with shifts lasting 10–12 hours and work areas that may be extremely cold. Overtime and weekend work may be required. The position pays $18.00 per hour; night shift receives a shift premium.

Requirements

Six months of continuous work history with a single employer within the last 12 months.
Full range of motion in the arms, wrists, elbows, shoulders, neck, all digits, and legs.
Ability to stand for extended periods with a sense of balance.
Ability to stand or walk for up to 100% of the work time and stand for 10–12 hours per day on hard floors.
Ability to work in extreme cold environments ranging from -10 to 34 degrees.
Ability to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
Ability to read and write proficiently.
Ability to complete on-the-job paperwork and communicate effectively across management levels.
Must pass a post-offer health assessment and drug screening.
Must be available for overtime and weekends as required.
Must be willing to cross-train and move to other work areas as needed.

Nice To Haves

Cold-storage experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Operate a motor-powered forklift to move product and materials through the warehouse.
Load, unload, and process products and materials in a timely and accurate manner.
Follow Tyson policies and safety guidelines.
Move around the work area at a fast pace and perform bending, squatting, lifting, pushing, pulling, and carrying tasks, including handling weights up to 50 pounds.
Work in a fast-paced cold-storage environment and be willing to cross-train and move to other areas as needed.
Complete on-the-job paperwork and communicate effectively across management levels.
Work overtime and weekends as required to meet production deadlines.