Feed Mill Support Operator FM01, 2nd Shift (Center Feed Mill, TX)

Tyson Foods•Center, TX

About The Position

The Feed Mill Support Operator FM01 maintains a clean, safe, and organized feed mill environment through housekeeping activities inside and outside the facility. The role supports feed manufacturing and delivery operations for poultry production by performing sanitation and cleanup duties, assisting with ingredient receiving and maintenance functions, operating Powered Industrial Trucks (PIT), moving materials, and completing housekeeping documentation. The position helps maintain operational efficiency, safety, quality, and compliance with Tyson Foods’ standards. The scheduled shift is 6:00 PM–2:00 AM, Sunday through Thursday, with schedules subject to operational needs. The facility may operate on weekends and holidays and use flexible schedules to meet customer and operational demands. The position may also require call-in assignments, including grain-train unloading and receiving support during off-hours. Starting pay is $18.00 per hour, with a $1.00 shift increase for second- and third-shift work. The role involves working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and around machinery, mobile equipment, elevated work areas, and active feed manufacturing processes. The successful candidate must be able to perform the physical requirements with or without a reasonable accommodation and follow Tyson’s safety, quality, environmental, and biosecurity protocols.

Requirements

At least 6 months of operator experience with various types of powered industrial vehicles.
Basic reading, writing, math, communication, and computer skills.
Ability to accurately complete housekeeping documentation and required paperwork.
Basic math skills.
Strong communication skills.
Ability to maintain accurate housekeeping documentation.
Ability to obtain and maintain Powered Industrial Truck (PIT) certification.
Basic mechanical aptitude.
Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to cleanliness, organization, and safety.
Willingness and ability to wear required PPE, 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 areas with significant feed dust and airborne particles.
Willingness and ability to work holidays, weekends, flexible schedules, and call-in assignments as operationally required.
Willingness and ability to work in elevated areas and frequently climb ladders and stairs throughout the shift.
Must follow Tyson biosecurity policies and procedures, including signing and complying with Company Biosecurity Guidelines and restrictions regarding contact with avian species.
Willingness and ability to maintain housekeeping standards throughout assigned interior and exterior areas.
Willingness and ability to lift up to 60 pounds independently and up to 100 pounds with assistance.
Willingness and ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, climb, and sustain physical activity throughout the workday.
Willingness and ability to read, complete, and sign required paperwork and perform basic computer tasks.
Willingness and ability to safely operate forklifts and other approved material-handling equipment.
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 (preferred but not required).
Previous experience in feed mill operations, manufacturing, sanitation, housekeeping, warehousing, agriculture, maintenance support, material handling, or related industrial environments.
Experience operating Powered Industrial Trucks (PIT) and forklifts and working in production environments.

Responsibilities

Maintain housekeeping throughout production floors, stairways, work areas, break areas, restrooms, and exterior grounds.
Promptly clean feed spills and accumulated materials to maintain safe operating conditions.
Perform daily sanitation and cleaning of bathrooms, tables, common areas, and designated housekeeping zones.
Assist with unloading ingredients and other incoming materials as needed.
Support maintenance personnel with general cleanup, material handling, and assigned support tasks.
Safely operate Powered Industrial Trucks, including forklifts, to move pallets, equipment, materials, and supplies.
Load and unload pallets, supplies, and other materials as directed.
Move dumpsters and waste containers and coordinate proper waste disposal.
Maintain cleanliness and organization of ingredient receiving areas, warehouse areas, and exterior service locations.
Accurately and promptly complete housekeeping inspections, documentation, and daily sign-off paperwork.
Respond to housekeeping and cleanup needs while prioritizing safety and operational requirements.
Be available for call-in assignments, including unloading grain trains and supporting receiving operations during off-hours as needed.
Perform routine operational checks on housekeeping equipment and report maintenance concerns to supervision.
Work safely around moving machinery, mobile equipment, elevated work areas, and active feed manufacturing processes.
Follow Tyson Foods health, safety, quality assurance, environmental, and biosecurity protocols.
Communicate effectively with Operations, Maintenance, Drivers, Contractors, and other team members, verbally and in writing where required.
Manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by management.