Forklift Operator - 1st Shift - Fayetteville, AR

Tyson Foods • Fayetteville, AR

7h • Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for the timely and safe transport, unloading, and movement of materials while adhering to all Tyson Foods policies and procedures. The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation. Tyson Foods, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you are unable to apply for career opportunities through use of this site due to an impairment or disability, please contact [phone] for further assistance.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 months of cumulative forklift experience
• Must be able to drive and operate a forklift safely.
• Strong communication skills to work with Quality Control, Purchasing, Production, and Supervisors.
• Ability to accurately record data in unloading reports, inventory sheets, and inspection forms.
• Basic computer skills, including email and the use of hand‑held scanners.
• Must be 18 years or older.

Nice To Haves

• Forklift license training must be completed after hire
• Obtain yard tractor certification (if required for the role).

Responsibilities

• Support Receiving by unloading packaging and ingredient trailers safely and efficiently.
• Unload packaging materials and ingredients into designated storage bays without damage.
• Perform all required safety checks before and during unloading.
• Accurately complete unloading reports, including Incoming Carrier Inspection Reports (if applicable).
• Keep production lines continuously stocked with materials.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization throughout all assigned work areas.
• Operate the EIM system for loading, inventory movement, and finished goods management.
• Pump bulk ingredients as required and submit samples to the QA Lab for approval.
• Coordinate daily flour unloading and silo assignments with the supervisor.
• Report any damaged incoming product to supervision.
• Hang and brush masa totes as needed, ensuring correct product selection for each line.
• Complete masa dump logs accurately.
• Clean and inspect outbound trailers.
• Record cold product temperatures and immediately report any out-of-spec readings.
• Load outbound trucks with correct, allocated products and complete all required paperwork.
• Obtain yard tractor certification (if required for the role).
• Safely assist yard tractor drivers with trailer spotting.
• Follow all company policies, procedures, and safety requirements.
• Perform additional tasks as assigned by management.

Benefits

• paid time off
• 401(k) plans
• affordable health, life, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed