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

Tyson Foods•Center, TX

11d•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 while following Tyson Foods safety, quality assurance, environmental, and biosecurity standards. The position is based at the Center Feed Mill and works 2:00 PM–10:00 PM, Sunday–Thursday. The facility may also operate on weekends, holidays, or flexible schedules as operational and customer demands require. Work takes place in variable weather and climate conditions, including hot, cold, humid, wet, dry, dusty, noisy, and outdoor environments, and may involve elevated areas and moving machinery. The role requires physical activity throughout the workday and use of required personal protective equipment. The successful candidate must be able to complete the physical requirements with or without reasonable accommodation. A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred but not required. Candidates must observe Tyson’s biosecurity policies and restrictions regarding contact with avian species. A 180-day waiting period from the last termination date applies, and candidates cannot have worked for Tyson three times previously.

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, and basic mechanical aptitude.
Ability to obtain and maintain Powered Industrial Truck (PIT) certification.
Ability to obtain and maintain Confined Space and Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) certifications; locomotive certification is also required as applicable.
Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities.
Ability and willingness to meet the stated physical requirements, including lifting, climbing, sustained activity, and working in varied and dusty environments.
Ability and willingness to work holidays, weekends, and flexible hours when operational demands require.
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment and follow safety procedures and Tyson biosecurity policies, including restrictions regarding contact with avian species.
High school diploma or equivalent is preferred but not required.

Nice To Haves

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, managing inventory, or using computerized receiving systems.

Responsibilities

Safely receive and unload bulk ingredients from railcars and trucks using unloading 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, and equipment concerns.
Coordinate with Operations, vendors, carriers, and other departments to maintain efficient ingredient flow.
Keep receiving areas, unloading stations, ingredient storage locations, and service areas clean and organized.
Perform routine checks on receiving equipment and promptly report maintenance needs.
Work safely in elevated areas and around moving machinery, following required safety procedures.
Obtain and maintain required Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), Confined Space, PIT, and locomotive certifications as applicable.
Follow Tyson Foods health, safety, quality assurance, environmental, and biosecurity protocols.
Communicate verbally and in writing with Operations, customers, vendors, truck drivers, and rail operators.
Manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced production environment.
Collect, label, document, handle, and submit ingredient samples from incoming trucks and railcars for quality assurance testing.
Perform other duties and responsibilities assigned by management.
Wear required personal protective equipment and follow Tyson biosecurity policies and procedures.
Lift up to 60 pounds independently and up to 100 pounds with assistance; stand, sit, walk, climb ladders and stairs, and sustain physical activity throughout the workday.
Read, complete, and sign required paperwork and perform basic computer tasks; safely use tools and equipment, including a sledgehammer when required.