Livestock Handler 3rd Shift

Tyson • Madison, NE

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for working with livestock which includes but is not limited to; Driving sorting weighing tattooing marking and penning of livestock while keeping accurate inventories and head counts; Operating the hot-scale and Bio Q; performing light building maintenance and showcase duties when not working with the livestock. This position requires moving hogs safely and effectively with minimum stress to the hog; must follow all humane handling guidelines as per policy; perform any other duties deemed appropriate by the supervisor. All Tyson Team Members are responsible for safety. This includes but is not limited to personal safety and food safety.

Requirements

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Hours: 12:00am - 8:30am
• Communication Skills: Good communication skills both written and verbal; ability to communicate with all levels of team members and government officials.
• Special Skills: Must be able to work in a very fast paced environment.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to lift 70 pounds or more unassisted and stand for extended periods of time 8 to 10 hours excluding beak time.
• Supervisory Responsibilities: None
• Travel: None
• Must submit a resume for consideration.

Nice To Haves

• Preferred Experience: Prior experience working with and handling livestock in loading and unloading operations as well as experience with skid loaders and forklift operation. Basic experience with livestock handling in a procurement area of the meat industry is preferred. Prior knowledge and experience with humane animal handling procedures process and general policy in the area of procurement is preferred.
• Computer Skills: Basic computer knowledge is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Driving sorting weighing tattooing marking and penning of livestock
• Keeping accurate inventories and head counts
• Operating the hot-scale and Bio Q
• Performing light building maintenance and showcase duties
• Moving hogs safely and effectively with minimum stress to the hog
• Following all humane handling guidelines as per policy
• Performing any other duties deemed appropriate by the supervisor

Benefits

• We provide our team members and their families with paid time off; 401(k) plans; affordable health, life, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; and more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED