Machine Oper. 1st Shift Patties Slicer/Palletizer

Tyson Foods•Newbern, TN

7d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for operating machinery to ensure the continuous flow of product thru the production process and insuring proper ingredients/supplies are being used on the line. Responsible for monitoring and adjusting machine settings as needed and notifying supervisor if machines should require maintenance while maintaining a safe work environment and adhering to Tyson policies and procedures. Responsible for the proper slicing and control of patties, while also adhering to good safety practices, food safety policies, and company policies. Set up work area with all needed equipment. Slice tubes of meat and processing through the slicer. Replace wax paper on stacker when out. Ability to see and distinguish material to be worked on and around. Monitor production area for trash and food debris on floor. Be able to adhere to Standardized Work Practices. Must be willing and able to work cycles in less than 20 seconds. Monitor production area for trash and debris on floor. Perform various other tasks assigned by Lead person, Supervisor or Manager. Must willing and able to do basic math skills. Must be able to lift/carry up to 49 pounds. Must be able to work on and around machinery and chemicals. Must be able to perform the following task for periods of 8 hours on concrete floor, some of which may include but is not limited to standing, stooping, walking, climbing, and lifting. Must be able to work in temperatures less than or equal to 35 degrees Fahrenheit for minimum of 8 hours. Must be willing to pinch/grip product and place into specified location.

Requirements

Must have 6 months of continuous employment in the last 18 months.
Ability to see and distinguish material to be worked on and around.
Willing and able to do basic math skills.
Able to lift/carry up to 49 pounds.
Able to work on and around machinery and chemicals.
Able to perform tasks for periods of 8 hours on concrete floor, including standing, stooping, walking, climbing, and lifting.
Able to work in temperatures less than or equal to 35 degrees Fahrenheit for a minimum of 8 hours.

Nice To Haves

At least 6 months of relevant machine operator, warehouse, agriculture or production experience.

Responsibilities

Operating machinery to ensure the continuous flow of product through the production process.
Ensuring proper ingredients/supplies are being used on the line.
Monitoring and adjusting machine settings as needed.
Notifying supervisor if machines require maintenance.
Maintaining a safe work environment and adhering to Tyson policies and procedures.
Properly slicing and controlling patties.
Adhering to good safety practices, food safety policies, and company policies.
Setting up work area with all needed equipment.
Slicing tubes of meat and processing through the slicer.
Replacing wax paper on stacker when out.
Monitoring production area for trash and food debris on floor.
Adhering to Standardized Work Practices.
Working cycles in less than 20 seconds.
Performing various other tasks assigned by Lead person, Supervisor or Manager.
Pinching/gripping product and placing into specified location.