Lead for Catch Crew Team - 1st Shift - Live Haul out of Carthage, MS

Tyson•Carthage, MS

25d•Onsite

About The Position

Tyson Foods is seeking a proven leader to assist the Supervisor in coordinating the daily responsibilities of the catch crew team. The role ensures that the Supervisor’s instructions are communicated to team members and carried out correctly and on time. It also monitors equipment for proper operation, reports maintenance needs to the Supervisor, and helps maintain a safe work environment while following Tyson policies and procedures. The catch crew assists with catch machine operations while working safely and meeting animal welfare guidelines. Duties include properly placing and handling equipment, deploying and retrieving nets or other supplies, and handling live birds when needed to complete the catch process. Work takes place in contract grower houses and may involve warm, hot, and dusty environments. The position is based with Tyson Live Haul out of Carthage, Mississippi, on the first shift. Base pay is $23.50 per hour, with the possibility of additional pay for great attendance. Weekend and holiday work may be required. Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain a Tyson Non-DOT Operator’s permit. Relocation assistance is not available. Former Tyson Foods or affiliate team members may be considered if more than 180 days have passed since their last day worked and they have not worked three or more times with Tyson Foods or its affiliates. The successful candidate must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Requirements

Six months of Operator experience with one employer during the last twelve months, documented in the application work history or resume.
Six months of Lead, Utility, or maintenance experience.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Tyson Non-DOT Operator’s permit.
Must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

One year of operational experience in Feed Mill, Hatchery, Growout, or Live Haul.
High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

Assist the Supervisor in coordinating the department’s daily responsibilities.
Communicate the Supervisor’s instructions to team members and help ensure they are carried out correctly and on time.
Monitor equipment to ensure it is working properly and notify the Supervisor of maintenance needs.
Maintain a safe work environment and adhere to Tyson policies and procedures.
Assist with catch machine operations while working safely and meeting animal welfare guidelines.
Properly place and handle equipment and live birds as needed.
Deploy and retrieve nets or other supplies used in the catch machine process.