Machine Operator PR03 - Formulation Indirect Labor - 2nd Shift

Tyson Foods, Inc.•South Hutchinson, KS

14h

About The Position

The Machine Operator operates machinery to maintain the continuous flow of product through the production process and ensure the correct ingredients and supplies are used on the line. The operator monitors and adjusts machine settings, reports maintenance needs to a supervisor, and follows safety requirements and Tyson policies and procedures. The role also involves learning the EIM System, using handheld scanners, and performing other assigned duties. Appropriate PPE includes steel-toed shoes, a bump cap, and hearing protection. This position is intended only for team members currently working at this facility or complex. Team members at other Tyson facilities should express interest through their local HR Partner. The role is on second shift. Physical requirements include lifting up to 50 pounds, pushing or pulling an 80-pound film roll on a cart, bending the torso 0–45 degrees, extending both arms fully, using a full bilateral hand grasp, standing throughout the workstations, and using both hands simultaneously. Work areas may be 38–50 degrees and may sometimes be wet. These requirements apply with or without reasonable accommodation. At the time of application, internal candidates must have no more than four attendance points, no suspensions in the past 12 months, no more than two written warnings in the past 12 months, and no lateral, downward, or self-disqualification in the past six months unless for a higher classification. Team members within their first 30 days of probation are not eligible to bid. Probationary team members bidding after their first 30 days must have no more than two points.

Requirements

Willingness and ability to perform the physical requirements of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds when dumping bags of spice.
Ability to push or pull an 80-pound film roll on a cart to the machine.
Ability to use torso flexion of 0–45 degrees when handling spice.
Ability to fully extend both arms.
Ability to use a full bilateral hand grasp when checking code dates.
Ability to stand throughout all workstations and use both hands simultaneously.
Ability to work in temperatures ranging from 38 to 50 degrees and in conditions that may be wet.
For internal applicants: no more than four attendance points; no suspensions within the past 12 months; no more than two written warnings in the past 12 months; and no lateral, downward, or self-disqualification in the past six months unless for a higher classification.
Team members in their first 30 days of probation are ineligible to bid; probationary team members bidding after 30 days must have no more than two points.

Responsibilities

Operate machinery to maintain the continuous flow of product through production.
Ensure proper ingredients and supplies are used on the line.
Monitor and adjust machine settings as needed.
Notify a supervisor when machinery requires maintenance.
Maintain a safe work environment and follow Tyson policies and procedures.
Learn and use the EIM System and handheld scanners.
Wear the required personal protective equipment.
Perform other duties as assigned.