Machine Operator - 1st shift - Cook Line

Tyson Foods, Inc.•South Hutchinson, KS

About The Position

The Machine Operator operates machinery to maintain the continuous flow of product through the production process and ensures the correct ingredients and supplies are used on the line. The operator monitors and adjusts machine settings, reports maintenance needs to a supervisor, maintains a safe work environment, and follows Tyson policies and procedures. The role also requires learning and using a new EIM system and handheld scanners, along with performing other assigned duties. Team members must wear appropriate personal protective equipment, including steel-toed shoes, a bump cap, and hearing protection. The position is intended 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 work involves standing throughout the shift, working with both hands, and handling spices and packaging film. Work areas may be 38–50 degrees and may be wet. Candidates must be able to perform the physical requirements with or without reasonable accommodation.

Requirements

Must be willing and able to lift up to 50 pounds when dumping bags of spice.
Must be willing and able to push or pull an 80-pound film roll in a cart to the machine.
Must be able to perform torso flexion of 0–45 degrees while handling spice.
Must be able to fully extend both arms.
Must be able to use a full bilateral hand grasp when checking code dates.
Must be able to stand at all times at all workstations.
Must be able to use both hands simultaneously.
Must be willing and able to work in areas with temperatures ranging from 38 to 50 degrees and sometimes wet conditions.
Internal applicants must have no more than 4 attendance points, no suspensions within the past 12 months, no more than 2 written warnings in the past 12 months, and no lateral, downward, or self-disqualification within the past 6 months unless for a higher classification.
New team members within their first 30 days of probation are not eligible to bid; probationary team members bidding after 30 days must have no more than 2 attendance points.

Responsibilities

Operate machinery to ensure continuous product flow through the production process.
Ensure proper ingredients and supplies are being 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 required personal protective equipment.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Dump spice bags and move film on a cart to the machine.
Perform code-date checks.