Machine Opr PR04 - 2nd shift - Processing

Tyson Foods, Inc.•South Hutchinson, KS

18h

About The Position

The Machine Operator works in Processing on second shift and is responsible for operating machinery to maintain the continuous flow of product through production and ensure the correct ingredients and supplies are used on the line. The operator monitors and adjusts machine settings, alerts a supervisor when maintenance may be needed, and follows safety practices and Tyson policies and procedures. The role also requires learning the new EIM System, using handheld scanners, and completing other assigned duties. Appropriate personal protective equipment is required, including steel-toed shoes, a bump cap, and hearing protection. This position is designated for team members currently working at the facility or complex. Team members seeking to transfer from another Tyson facility should contact their local HR Partner. Internal application eligibility includes attendance, discipline, and bidding-history limits, and excludes team members within their first 30 days of probation. The successful candidate must be able to perform the physical requirements, with or without reasonable accommodation. Work involves standing throughout the shift, handling spice and packaging film, and working in temperatures ranging from 38 to 50 degrees, sometimes in wet conditions.

Requirements

Must be able and willing to perform the physical requirements of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds when dumping bags of spice.
Must be able to push or pull an 80-pound film roll in a cart to the machine.
Must use torso flexion of 0–45 degrees while handling spice.
Must use full bilateral arm extension.
Must use a bilateral full-hand grasp when checking code dates.
Must stand at all workstations and use both hands simultaneously.
Must be able to work in temperatures from 38 to 50 degrees and sometimes in wet conditions.
At 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 the 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 attendance points.
Position is designated for team members currently working at the facility or complex; those interested in transferring from another Tyson facility should express interest through their local HR Partner.

Responsibilities

Operate machinery to ensure continuous product flow through production.
Ensure the proper ingredients and supplies are used on the production line.
Monitor and adjust machine settings as needed.
Notify a supervisor if machinery may require maintenance.
Maintain a safe work environment and follow Tyson policies and procedures.
Learn and use the new EIM System and handheld scanners.
Wear required personal protective equipment, including steel-toed shoes, a bump cap, and hearing protection.
Perform other duties as assigned.