Feed Batching Skilled FM02, 3rd Shift/Full Time (Center Feed Mill, TX)

Tyson Foods•Center, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Feed Batching Skilled FM02 is responsible for accurately batching and producing feed according to formulations and production schedules. The role monitors ingredient usage, maintains inventory accuracy, performs minor maintenance, communicates with dispatch and operations personnel, and ensures feed is produced safely, efficiently, and in compliance with Tyson Foods quality, safety, and biosecurity standards. The typical schedule is 10:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m., Sunday through Thursday. This facility supports feed manufacturing and delivery for poultry production and may operate on weekends, holidays, and flexible schedules as needed to meet production and customer demands. Work takes place in varying weather and climate conditions, including very hot, humid, cold, dusty, wet, and outdoor environments.

Requirements

Basic reading, writing, math, communication, and computer skills.
Ability to accurately complete paperwork and maintain inventory and receiving records.
Basic math skills.
Strong communication skills.
Basic mechanical aptitude.
Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities.
Ability to certify and maintain Powered Industrial Truck (PIT) certification.
Ability to obtain and maintain Confined Space certification.
Ability to obtain and maintain Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) certification.
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment, including hearing protection, safety glasses, respirators where applicable, gloves, hard hats, and steel-toed footwear.
Ability to work in hot, dry, dusty, wet, cold, and outdoor environments, including exposure to ingredient dust and inclement weather.
Ability to work holidays, weekends, and flexible hours as required by production and demand scheduling.
Ability to work in elevated areas and follow established safety procedures.
Ability to follow Tyson Foods biosecurity policies and procedures, including signing and complying with Company Biosecurity Guidelines and avoiding contact with avian species as required.
Ability to lift up to 60 pounds independently and up to 100 pounds with assistance.
Ability to stand, sit, walk, climb ladders and stairs, and sustain physical activity throughout the workday.
Ability to push and pull loaded pallet jacks and perform physically demanding tasks throughout the shift.
Ability to perform minor maintenance and safely use hand tools.
Ability to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
Former Tyson team members must have been separated from the company for at least 180 calendar days to be eligible for rehire; applicants who have worked at Tyson three or more times are not eligible for rehire.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent is preferred but not required.
Previous experience in feed mill operations, ingredient receiving, manufacturing, agriculture, grain handling, rail unloading, warehouse operations, material handling, or related industrial environments.
Experience operating PIT equipment, unloading railcars and trucks, inventory management, and computerized receiving systems.

Responsibilities

Accurately record production data, ingredient usage, inventories, and required documentation.
Calculate feed production capabilities and ingredient requirements to support production schedules.
Read and accurately use a tape measure to determine end-of-shift inventories.
Operate feed batching and mill equipment in accordance with established procedures.
Open heavy doors and clean out mills, bins, and related equipment as required.
Push and pull pallet jacks loaded with bulk materials and one-ton ingredient bags, and safely position and hang ingredients for production.
Perform minor maintenance using hand tools and promptly report equipment concerns.
Communicate with dispatch and operations personnel to ensure feed requirements are met and production schedules are maintained.
Monitor ingredient inventories and notify management of shortages, discrepancies, or operational concerns.
Maintain good housekeeping and sanitation throughout batching, production, and service areas.
Work safely in elevated areas and around moving machinery while following established safety procedures.
Follow Tyson Foods health, safety, quality assurance, and biosecurity protocols.
Obtain and maintain required certifications and licenses associated with the position.
Work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Complete other duties and responsibilities assigned by management.