TYSON FOODS -WILKESBORO FRESH PLANT: ALL SHIFTS Skilled Labor/Operator Roles IMMEDIATE NEED!!!

Tyson Foods•Wilkesboro, NC

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Tyson Foods is hiring for skilled operator roles at its Wilkesboro Fresh Plant. This application may be considered for positions such as Jack Driver, Cage Dumper, or Box Machine Operator. The assigned shift and position will be determined during a phone screening with a recruiter. The work involves operating machinery, pallet jacks, or computer equipment as assigned in a food-production facility. Jack Drivers safely operate electric or manual pallet jacks to move raw materials, packaging supplies, and finished products through production areas. They keep production lines supplied, move completed pallets to staging or storage areas, inspect equipment before operation, report maintenance issues, and maintain a clean work area. They also support inventory movement and production tasks while coordinating with team members. Cage Dumpers safely load, position, and dump product cages into processing equipment while supporting production flow, product quality, and safety. Box Machine Operators operate, monitor, and maintain equipment that assembles corrugated boxes for production and packaging, ensuring boxes are correctly made, available as needed, and compliant with quality and safety standards. Applicants must have at least six months of documented work history within the past 12 months. Rehires must wait 91 days from their last employment date before applying to the Fresh Plant. Applicants who have worked for Tyson Foods or its affiliates three or more times are not eligible for rehire. Applicants must complete an additional task after submitting their application to be considered. Some roles may require a background check after an offer is extended. The successful candidate must be able to perform the job’s physical requirements, with or without reasonable accommodation, and follow company safety policies and procedures.

Requirements

At least six months of work history within the last 12 months, documented in the application work history and/or resume; experience may be combined across employers.
Ability to understand labels, read recipes, follow instructions, and communicate effectively.
Ability to operate pallet jacks safely for Jack Driver roles.
Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Ability to lift, push, pull, and move materials as required.
Basic understanding of workplace safety procedures.
Ability to work in cold, wet, or varying environmental conditions typical of food production facilities.
Good attendance and teamwork skills.
Ability to perform the physical requirements of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Must follow Tyson safety policies and procedures.
Rehires must wait 91 days from their last date of employment before applying to the Fresh Plant.
Candidates who have worked for Tyson Foods or Tyson affiliates three or more times are not eligible for rehire.
Hourly applicants must complete the additional task after submitting an application to be considered.

Responsibilities

Safely operate electric or manual pallet jacks to move products, materials, and supplies throughout production areas.
Transport raw materials, packaging supplies, and finished products to and from production areas.
Keep production lines stocked and move completed pallets to designated staging or storage areas.
Conduct pre-operational equipment inspections and report maintenance issues.
Maintain a clean and organized work area.
Assist with inventory movement and other production-related tasks as assigned.
Load, position, and dump cages of product into designated processing equipment.
Operate, monitor, and maintain box-making equipment used to assemble corrugated boxes.
Ensure boxes are produced correctly, available when needed, and meet quality and safety standards.
Follow safety, food safety, quality assurance, and company policies and procedures.
Work effectively with production team members to support continuous workflow.
Perform other duties as tasked by administration.