Forklift Operator – 1st Shift – Zeeland, MI
About The Position
If you are looking to make an impact in a meaningful way, join us at Tyson Foods where we feed the world like family! We create quality products in a safe environment for our team members. These positions start at $22.15/HR. These positions are responsible for ensuring all materials are transported and/or unloaded in a timely manner while maintaining a safe work environment and adhering to Tyson policies and procedures. These positions could work in any department of this meat processing facility include Shipping, Receiving, or Production. Proficiency in reading and writing; ability to complete on-the-job paperwork and effectively communicate across all management levels.
Requirements
- Must have 3 months of work experience with the same employer listed on application.
- Applicants will be considered for Operator level openings.
- Applicants may choose from any of the roles listed below based on availability: Forklift positions include Extended Run, Forklift Operator and Order Selector Operator.
- The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.
- Must be willing and able to lift up to 40 lbs
- The Team Member will stand, walk, bend, squat, stretch, climb, push, pull and reach as required in all areas
- The Team Member will stand 8-10 hours on hard floors
- The Team Member will perform repetitive motions as required in many areas
- The Team Member will work in a cold environment in the mid 30 degrees Fahrenheit
- The Team Member and a damp environment
- The Team Member will work on slippery walking surfaces
Nice To Haves
- 3 months of Forklift experience preferred
Responsibilities
- Ensuring all materials are transported and/or unloaded in a timely manner
- Maintaining a safe work environment
- Adhering to Tyson policies and procedures
- Working in any department of this meat processing facility include Shipping, Receiving, or Production
- Proficiency in reading and writing
- Ability to complete on-the-job paperwork
- Effectively communicate across all management levels
Benefits
- Benefits Effective Day 1!
- paid time off
- 401(k) plans
- affordable health, life, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
