Livestock Handler 3rd Shift
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
- High School Diploma or equivalent preferred
- Good communication skills both written and verbal
- Ability to communicate with all levels of team members and government officials
- Must be able to work in a very fast paced environment
- Ability to lift 70 pounds or more unassisted and stand for extended periods of time 8 to 10 hours excluding beak time
- Must submit a resume for consideration
Nice To Haves
- 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
- 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
- Showcase duties when not working with the livestock
- 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
- Responsible for personal safety and food safety
Benefits
- paid time off
- 401(k) plans
- affordable health, life, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
