Trim Opr PR04-Harvest 3-1Shift

Tyson Foods, Inc.•Newbern, TN

About The Position

The Trim Operator is responsible for learning to maintain sharp tools and making precision cuts to separate meat from bone and achieve the desired carcass yield. The role requires operating a powered tool and may involve an average training period of 2–3 months. The operator sets up the work area with required equipment, monitors the production area for trash and food debris, and cleans the area at the end of the production shift. The operator must follow safety practices, food safety policies, and company policies, and perform other tasks as assigned by a Lead Person, Supervisor, or Superintendent. Work is performed in a wet production environment at temperatures of 35°F or below for at least 8 hours. The role involves working on and around machinery and chemicals, completing rapid work cycles, and performing tasks for periods of up to 12 hours on a concrete floor. Physical activities may include standing, stooping, walking, climbing, and lifting; occasional lifting or carrying of up to 50 pounds may be required. Candidates must be able to perform the physical requirements with or without reasonable accommodation. For lateral moves or demotions, applicants must have been in their current position for at least six months. Promotion may occur at any time. Applicants must have fewer than four attendance points, no written warnings in the past six months, and no suspensions in the past 12 months. Hourly applicants must complete an additional task after submitting an application to be considered.

Requirements

Be willing and able to complete work cycles in less than 20 seconds and cycles in less than 10 seconds.
Be willing and able to work on and around machinery and chemicals.
Be willing and able to perform tasks for periods of up to 12 hours on a concrete floor, including standing, stooping, walking, climbing, and lifting.
Be willing and able to work for at least 8 hours in temperatures at or below 35°F.
Be willing and able to work in a wet environment.
May occasionally be required to lift or carry up to 50 pounds.
Be able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
For lateral moves or demotions, have been in the current position for at least six months; promotions may occur at any time.
Have fewer than four points, no written warnings in the past six months, and no suspensions in the past 12 months.
Hourly applicants must complete the task after submitting their application to provide additional information for consideration.

Responsibilities

Learn to maintain sharp tools for job tasks.
Make precision cuts to carcasses and separate meat from bone to achieve the desired carcass yield.
Operate a powered tool to perform job tasks.
Set up the work area with all needed equipment.
Monitor the production area for trash and food debris on the floor.
Follow safety practices, food safety policies, and company policies.
Clean the area at the end of the production shift, including sweeping, picking up floor debris, and spraying work areas.
Perform other tasks as assigned by the Lead Person, Supervisor, or Superintendent.