About The Position

The Rendering Operator Level 1 is an entry-level role supporting daily rendering operations through essential utility and material-handling tasks. The position helps maintain an efficient production workflow by supporting equipment operators, moving and preparing trailers and materials, and keeping work areas clean and organized. The role contributes to safe, steady, and productive rendering operations by providing support where needed and maintaining conditions required for smooth plant operations. The position is based at River Valley Ingredients in Cuthbert, Georgia, and is assigned to the second shift (nights). Starting pay is $16.75 per hour plus shift differential. The employee must be able to perform the physical requirements of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, and comply with Tyson Foods health and safety protocols. Powered Industrial Truck certification must be obtained and maintained. The employee is frequently exposed to wet or humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, high or precarious places, outdoor weather, electrical-shock risk, and vibration. Occasional exposures include toxic or caustic chemicals and extreme heat. The work environment is usually loud. Relocation assistance is not available.

Requirements

  • At least 6 months of continuous employment within the last 2 years.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain Powered Industrial Truck certification.
  • Ability and willingness to perform the physical requirements of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.
  • Ability to safely lift and handle materials weighing up to 50 pounds, or up to 100 pounds with assistance.
  • Ability to climb stairs and ladders up to 60 feet and work in elevated areas.
  • Ability to work in hot, cold, dusty, wet, and other environmental conditions.
  • Ability to communicate with operations personnel, including via radio.
  • Ability to follow Tyson Foods health and safety protocols.
  • Former Tyson team members must have been separated from the company for at least 180 calendar days to be eligible for rehire; applicants who have worked at Tyson three or more times are not eligible for rehire.

Nice To Haves

  • Three consecutive months of operator experience within the last 2 years.

Responsibilities

  • Unload combo units and safely transfer contents from trailers.
  • Clean work areas using soap and high-pressure hoses and maintain housekeeping standards in service and operational areas.
  • Operate forklifts and other motorized equipment as required to support plant operations.
  • Perform physical tasks such as shoveling, cleaning, bending, stretching, reaching, and climbing stairs and ladders up to 60 feet.
  • Safely lift and handle materials weighing up to 50 pounds, or up to 100 pounds with assistance.
  • Work safely in elevated areas and follow safety protocols and procedures.
  • Communicate clearly and consistently with all levels of operations, including by radio.
  • Use basic hand tools and high-pressure hoses to complete assigned tasks.
  • Work effectively in hot, cold, dusty, wet, and other environmental conditions.
  • Sustain physical activity throughout the workday, including standing, sitting, walking, and climbing ladders or stairs.
  • Perform additional duties as assigned to support plant productivity and operations.
  • Comply with and operate within Tyson Foods health and safety protocols.

Benefits

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