Forklift Operator - 2nd Shift - Tecumseh, NE

Tyson Foods • Tecumseh, NE

4d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for the efficient and safe operation of the CAS Forklift throughout the production day.

Requirements

• Must be able to successfully complete fork lift drivers training
• Ability to operate forklift efficiently, within safety guidelines, in all weather conditions
• Ability to work safely and effectively around moving machinery
• Ability to perform a daily safety inspection of the equipment and record data
• Basic maintenance skills required
• Must adhere to CAS Department Animal Welfare Standards and practices
• Willingness to work overtime and be called into work for emergency situations as required
• Must be able to work independently to make required decisions
• Rarely (0-1 hrs.): climb or work at protected heights (stepping up into equipment), kneel, crawl, squat, crouch or balance, lift/carry (up to 45 lbs.), push/pull (up to 45 lbs.), reach above shoulder height
• Occasionally (1-3 hrs.): lift/carry (up to 10 lbs.), stand/walk
• Continuously (6-8 hrs.): use feet in repetitive movement to operate foot controls, simple/firm grasping, fine manipulation/operating controls, sit while operating equipment, bend/stoop, twist/turn, work in or around moving machinery, exposed to marked changes in temperature working outdoors, around and amongst poultry dust, odor and blood, talk and hear, use 20/20 vision with or without corrective lenses
• 6-month production experience and/or forklift (or similar equipment) experience listed on the application (can be a combination of employers as long as total experience is at least 6 months).
• Max of two (2) previous Tyson Employments to be considered for hire. 90 days (3 months) waiting period.

Responsibilities

• Remove cages from semi for slaughter
• Place on dumping rollers
• Remove emptied cages and return to semi
• Handle birds according to departmental Animal Welfare Standards
• Responsible for daily pre-trip inspection of forklift and minor repairs throughout production day
• Other duties as assigned

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