Slicer/Palletizer - 2nd Shift - Newbern,Tn

Tyson•Newbern, TN

2d•$24 - $24

About The Position

This position operates 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 employee monitors and adjusts machine settings as needed and notifies a supervisor when maintenance may be required. The role involves slicing and controlling patties while following safety practices, food safety policies, and company policies and procedures. The employee sets up the work area with required equipment, slices tubes of meat through the slicer, replaces wax paper on the stacker when needed, monitors the production area for trash and food debris, and follows Standardized Work Practices. The role also includes other tasks assigned by a lead person, supervisor, or manager. The position is on the second shift, Monday through Friday, with possible Saturdays, and pays $24.45 per hour.

Requirements

Have at least 6 months of continuous employment within the last 18 months.
Be willing and able to work cycles in less than 20 seconds.
Have basic math skills.
Be able to lift and carry up to 49 pounds.
Be able to work on and around machinery and chemicals.
Be able to perform tasks for periods of 8 hours on a concrete floor, including standing, stooping, walking, climbing, and lifting.
Be able to work for a minimum of 8 hours in temperatures at or below 35 degrees Fahrenheit.
Be willing to pinch or grip product and place it in a specified location.
Be able to see and distinguish material being worked on and around.
Be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

At least 6 months of relevant machine operator, warehouse, agriculture, or production experience.

Responsibilities

Operate machinery to maintain continuous product flow through the production process.
Ensure proper ingredients and supplies are used on the line.
Monitor and adjust machine settings, and notify a supervisor if machinery may require maintenance.
Slice and control patties while following safety, food safety, and company policies.
Set up the work area with needed equipment.
Slice tubes of meat and process them through the slicer.
Replace wax paper on the stacker when it runs out.
Monitor the production area for trash and food debris on the floor.
Adhere to Standardized Work Practices.
Perform other tasks assigned by a lead person, supervisor, or manager.