Machine Operator - 2nd shift - Stick Pack out

Tyson Foods, Inc.•South Hutchinson, KS

About The Position

The Machine Operator is responsible for operating 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 as needed, reports maintenance needs to a supervisor, and maintains a safe work environment while following Tyson policies and procedures. The role also requires learning and using the EIM System and handheld scanners, as well as 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 for current team members at this facility or complex; team members at other Tyson facilities should express interest through their local HR Partner.

Requirements

  • Be willing and able to lift up to 50 pounds when dumping bags of spice.
  • Be willing and able to push or pull an 80-pound film roll in a cart to the machine.
  • Be able to perform torso flexion of 0–45 degrees while handling spice.
  • Be able to fully extend both arms.
  • Be able to use a full bilateral hand grasp when checking code dates.
  • Be able to stand throughout the work shift at all workstations.
  • Be able to use both hands simultaneously.
  • Be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.
  • Have no more than 4 attendance points at the time of application.
  • Have had no suspensions within the past 12 months.
  • Have no more than 2 written warnings in the past 12 months.
  • Have no lateral, downward, or self-disqualification within the past 6 months, unless it was for a higher classification.
  • New team members still 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 2 attendance points.

Responsibilities

  • Operate machinery to ensure continuous product flow through the production process.
  • Ensure the 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 required personal protective equipment.
  • Perform other assigned duties.

Benefits

  • Paid time off
  • 401(k) plans
  • Health benefits
  • Life insurance
  • Dental benefits
  • Vision benefits
  • Prescription drug benefits
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