Feed Ingredient Receiver Operator FM02 - 2nd Shift/Full Time (Center Feed Mill)

Tyson Foods•Center, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Feed Ingredient Receiver Operator FM02 receives, unloads, inspects, and documents incoming bulk and bagged feed ingredients delivered by rail and/or truck. The role operates unloading equipment, handles ingredients accurately, maintains inventory records, and supports efficient feed mill operations in accordance with Tyson Foods safety, quality assurance, environmental, and biosecurity standards. This position works 2:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m. Sunday through Thursday. The facility supports feed manufacturing and delivery for poultry production and may operate on weekends, holidays, or flexible schedules as needed to meet customer and operational demands. Work takes place in all-weather conditions, including hot, cold, humid, dusty, noisy, wet, dry, and outdoor environments, and may involve elevated areas and moving machinery. The starting pay is $19.65 per hour, with a $1.00 shift increase for second- or third-shift work. Tyson describes advancement opportunities and steady work. Team member benefits include paid time off, a 401(k) plan, and health, life, dental, vision, and prescription drug benefits.

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, and basic computer skills.
Ability to obtain 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 work independently while managing multiple priorities.
Willingness and ability to wear required personal protective equipment, including hearing protection, safety glasses, safety vest, gloves, and steel-toed shoes.
Willingness and ability to work in hot, cold, wet, dry, dusty, humid, noisy, and outdoor environments, including heavy ingredient dust and inclement weather.
Willingness and ability to obtain and maintain Confined Space, LOTO, and locomotive certifications.
Willingness and ability to work holidays, weekends, and flexible hours as operational demands require.
Willingness and ability to work in elevated areas and follow established safety procedures.
Ability to comply with Tyson biosecurity policies, including signing and following Company Biosecurity Guidelines and restrictions concerning contact with avian species.
Ability to maintain housekeeping in receiving, storage, and service areas.
Ability to lift up to 60 pounds independently and up to 100 pounds with assistance.
Ability to stand, sit, walk, and climb ladders and stairs, and sustain physical activity throughout the workday.
Ability to read, complete, and sign required paperwork and perform basic computer tasks.
Ability to safely use tools and equipment, including a sledgehammer, when required.
Willingness and ability to meet the physical requirements of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
High school diploma or equivalent is preferred but not required.
Must meet the 180-day waiting period from the last termination date.
Candidates cannot have worked for Tyson three times before.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in feed mill operations, ingredient receiving, manufacturing, agriculture, grain handling, rail unloading, warehouse operations, material handling, or a related industrial environment.
Experience operating PIT equipment, unloading railcars and trucks, managing inventory, or using computerized receiving systems.

Responsibilities

Safely unload incoming bulk ingredients from railcars and trucks using receiving equipment.
Inspect incoming ingredients for accuracy, quality, and compliance with established procedures.
Complete receiving paperwork, inventory documentation, and computer-based tasks accurately and on time.
Operate Powered Industrial Trucks (PIT) to move pallets, ingredients, and related materials throughout the facility.
Monitor ingredient receiving systems and communicate product quality, inventory, or equipment concerns.
Coordinate with Operations, vendors, carriers, and other departments to support efficient ingredient flow.
Keep receiving areas, unloading stations, ingredient storage locations, and service areas clean and organized.
Perform routine operational checks on receiving equipment and promptly report maintenance needs.
Work safely in elevated areas and around moving machinery, following safety procedures.
Obtain and maintain Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) and Confined Space certifications as required.
Follow Tyson Foods health, safety, quality assurance, environmental, and biosecurity protocols.
Communicate effectively, verbally and in writing as required, with Operations, customers, vendors, truck drivers, and rail operators.
Manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced production environment.
Collect ingredient samples from incoming trucks and railcars, label and document them accurately, and handle and submit them for quality assurance testing.
Perform other duties and responsibilities assigned by management.