High Lift Opr B shift (Edwardsville)

Tyson Foods•Edwardsville, KS

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The High Lift Operator operates a hi-lift forklift in a refrigerated warehouse with temperatures ranging from -10° to 30°F. The role involves gathering cases of beef and pork product, pulling down and putting away pallets in the warehouse rack system, and occasionally removing plastic wrap from pallets before depositing them. The operator uses a handheld scanner to track products as they are loaded, unloaded, and moved around the facility. Other duties may be assigned, and the operator must be willing to cross-train and work in other areas as needed. The work involves moving at a fast pace during a 12-hour shift and performing tasks that require standing, walking, bending, squatting, stretching, climbing, pushing, pulling, and reaching. The operator must be able to meet the stated physical requirements, with or without reasonable accommodation. This position is based in Edwardsville, Kansas. The listed starting pay is $25.10 per hour. The posting identifies the current opening as B shift, with hours of Sunday through Tuesday, 6 p.m. to 6 a.m., and Wednesday, 6 p.m. to 12:15 a.m.; shift availability is determined by business needs at the time of offer.

Requirements

At least 1 year of forklift and warehouse experience through a single employer within the last 5 years; experience must be listed on the application.
Willingness to frequently lift, push, pull, or carry cases weighing up to 70 pounds and occasionally handle cases weighing up to 90 pounds.
Ability to bend, squat, lift, push, and pull up to 40 pounds as described for routine shift work.
Full range of motion in the arms, wrists, elbows, shoulders, neck, all digits, and legs.
Ability to stand for extended periods and maintain a sense of balance.
Ability and willingness to perform the physical requirements of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Must pass a post-offer health assessment and drug screening.

Nice To Haves

Cold storage experience preferred.
Corrective lenses may be used if needed for vision problems.

Responsibilities

Operate a hi-lift forklift to gather cases of beef and pork product in a refrigerated warehouse.
Pull down and put away pallets in the warehouse rack system.
Remove plastic wrap from pallets on occasion before depositing them.
Use a handheld scanner to track products as they are loaded, unloaded, and moved around the facility.
Move around the work area at a fast pace during the shift and perform required physical tasks.
Follow Tyson policies and safety guidelines.
Cross-train and move to other areas as needed.
Perform other duties assigned by management.