General Production - MATERIAL HANDLING

Tyson Foods, Inc.•Amarillo, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for entry level non-skilled general labor while maintaining a safe work environment and adhering to Tyson 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. These positions could work in any department of the Material Handling facility. There is constant box handling throughout the entire area and must be willing to repeatedly push, pull, lift and carry up to 100 pounds or more if required. Must be willing to work in extreme cold or hot (33 degrees to 100 degrees), dry environments, willing to work above shoulder level and walking/standing 8-12 hours a day on concrete floors or grating. Must be willing to work in areas that are up 5 stories tall with open grade flooring where ground level will be visible. These positions also may involve the minimal use of hand-held scanners. Candidates who have previously worked for Tyson have a 180 days rehire waiting period and a 3 time limit. Days off vary. The Material Handling Department operates 24/7, including shifts on Sundays and some major holidays.

Requirements

Willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.
Willing to repeatedly push, pull, lift and carry up to 100 pounds or more if required.
Willing to work in extreme cold or hot (33 degrees to 100 degrees), dry environments.
Willing to work above shoulder level.
Willing to walk/stand 8-12 hours a day on concrete floors or grating.
Willing to work in areas that are up to 5 stories tall with open grade flooring where ground level will be visible.
Hourly Applicants ONLY - must complete the task after submitting an application to provide additional information to be considered for employment.
Must be willing to work shifts on Sundays and some major holidays.

Nice To Haves

Previous work experience for Tyson (note: rehire waiting period and time limit apply).

Responsibilities

Perform entry level non-skilled general labor.
Maintain a safe work environment and adhere to Tyson policies and procedures.
Perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.
Handle boxes constantly.
Repeatedly push, pull, lift and carry up to 100 pounds or more if required.
Work in extreme cold or hot (33 degrees to 100 degrees) dry environments.
Work above shoulder level.
Walk/stand 8-12 hours a day on concrete floors or grating.
Work in areas that are up to 5 stories tall with open grade flooring where ground level will be visible.
Minimal use of hand-held scanners.