Oven Operator PR05 - Patty - 2nd Shift - Waterloo, KPR

Tyson Foods, Inc.•Waterloo, IA

8h•Onsite

About The Position

The Oven Operator safely and efficiently operates mold or belt ovens used to produce sausage patties. The role starts and runs oven production, maintains desired output, measures patties against specifications, and adjusts oven temperatures, pre-heat settings, flow rates, pump and injector fill parameters, steam, and dampers as needed. The operator documents production data and completes HACCP records, follows company and USDA policies, and works with the Production Lead to learn appropriate corrective actions. This opening is intended for team members currently working at the facility or complex. Applicants must be in active employment status, have no more than four attendance points when applying, and meet the stated disciplinary-history requirements. The role requires working the scheduled hours and may require weekends and overtime. Physical work includes lifting and carrying up to 60 pounds, standing or walking on hard floors for up to 8–10 hours per day, climbing, repetitive motions, and working in seasonally hot or cold, potentially damp or wet conditions. Required PPE includes a hard hat, safety glasses, hearing protection, hair net or beard guard, steel-toed boots, and gloves.

Requirements

Must be an active team member currently working at the facility or complex to apply for this position.
Must have no more than four attendance points at the time of application.
Must not have received a written warning in the past six months or a written warning with suspension in the past 12 months.
Basic computer skills to navigate systems and perform data entry.
Ability to accurately perform addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
Ability to understand and ensure compliance with oven and product specifications.
Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and thoroughness.
Ability to identify and resolve problems or inconsistencies with a sense of urgency and seek help when needed.
Effective communication and positive, professional interpersonal skills.
Ability to report to work as scheduled and work scheduled hours, with flexibility for other jobs, weekends, and overtime as needed.
Must be willing and able, with or without reasonable accommodation, to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 60 pounds below waist, at waist level, and above shoulder level.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, twist, stretch, climb, push, pull, and reach at various levels.
Ability to stand or walk on hard floors for up to 8–10 hours per day.
Ability to climb stairs and ladders, work at elevated levels and various heights, and work in confined spaces as needed.
Ability to work in seasonally hot or warm and cold or freezing conditions, including damp or wet areas and potentially slippery concrete floors.
Ability to perform repetitive motions, flex and grip with wrists and hands, and use tools such as a box knife and metal scraper.
Ability to wear required PPE, including a hard hat, safety glasses, ear protection, hair net or beard guard, steel-toed boots, and gloves.

Nice To Haves

Experience with inventory control methods.

Responsibilities

Safely and efficiently operate mold or belt ovens producing sausage patties.
Start oven production runs and achieve and maintain desired production levels on molded ovens.
Measure patties to ensure they meet specifications.
Set or adjust pre-heat and oven temperatures and flow rates.
Set and adjust fill parameters for hi-bar pumps and injectors.
Use steam and oven dampers for cooking and air control, adjusting them as needed.
Maintain thorough and accurate production records and complete HACCP documentation.
Record information using company-provided forms and procedures, and perform data entry in computer systems.
Work with the Production Lead to learn corrective actions for oven or product issues.
Ensure compliance with oven and product specifications.
Work scheduled hours and, as needed, be flexible to perform other jobs and work weekends and overtime.
Communicate and work professionally and respectfully with team members and management.
Identify and address problems or inconsistencies promptly, seeking assistance when needed.
Follow safety responsibilities, company and USDA policies and guidelines, and report known or suspected violations.
Attend required monthly and annual training, including safety, HACCP, HR topics, LOTO, and PIT.
Perform other duties as assigned.