Freezer Operator PR03 (TDC) (6)

Tyson Foods•Rogers, AR

About The Position

The Freezer Operator is responsible for maintaining freezers and using motor-powered equipment in cold storage areas. The work environment ranges from -10 to 34 degrees Fahrenheit and involves sustained physical labor, including lifting, pushing, pulling, bending, walking, and reaching. The position provides personal protective equipment, including a freezer suit, gloves, and headwear, and includes training and licensing as a professional forklift operator. The role offers four shift schedules: A Shift, Sunday–Tuesday 6:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. and Wednesday 6:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.; B Shift, Sunday–Tuesday 6:00 p.m.–6:00 a.m. and Wednesday 6:00 p.m.–midnight; C Shift, Wednesday noon–6:00 p.m. and Thursday–Saturday 6:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.; and D Shift, Wednesday midnight–6:00 a.m. and Thursday–Saturday 6:00 p.m.–6:00 a.m. The listed hourly pay is $19.50. Applicants must have worked continuously for one employer for at least three of the last six months. Forklift experience is preferred. Candidates must be able to read and write, complete on-the-job paperwork, and communicate effectively across management levels. Candidates must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Requirements

Must have worked continuously for one employer for at least three of the last six months.
Proficiency in reading and writing.
Ability to complete on-the-job paperwork and communicate effectively across all management levels.
Willingness to tolerate continuous physical labor in a cold, humid environment, including temperatures as low as -10 degrees Fahrenheit, for 9–11 hours per day.
Willingness to lift up to 50 pounds continually to stack pallets for 9–11 hours per day.
Ability to use proper lifting techniques, including bending at the knees to lift with the legs and pivoting to avoid twisting.
Willingness to work quickly and efficiently for 9–11 hours per day.
Willingness to walk extensively while sweeping manually and reaching underneath bays.
Must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

Forklift experience.

Responsibilities

Sweep and/or vacuum vestibules, aisles, and bays in the cold storage freezer.
Sweep and/or vacuum the dock.
Clean and return equipment.
Clean the walls of vestibules, the dock, the cold storage freezer, and vestibule curtains.
Pick up and properly dispose of debris on dock and freezer floors.
Stack bad pallets and place them in the designated area.
Place all trash in the compactor.
Move condemned and/or exposed product to the rework area.
Report damaged product to a supervisor.
Train on other jobs in the facility.
Follow all safety rules.
Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.