1st Shift General Labor Waverly NE

SUMMARY

The General Production Team Members support the Smart Chicken poultry processing operations by performing a variety of production and labor functions as assigned. Team members will be placed in the position they chose at the time of hiring and may be rotated across multiple areas of the facility based on operational needs, staffing requirements, and business demand. This role requires a strong commitment to safety, quality, and teamwork in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Tray packing and packaging of poultry products
• Packaging packer duties, including sealing, labeling, and boxing
• Handling and processing inedible materials in accordance with food safety and environmental standards
• Debone support functions, including the safe use of knives and cutting tools
• Rehanger labor to ensure proper product flow
• Combo wash; cleaning and sanitizing the combos in the receiving area
• Wing cutting operations
• Sorting duties, ensuring product meets FPS standards
• Whole bird processing and specialty handling
• Production flex assignments, rotating between positions as needed to support production requirements
• Distribution functions including sorting cases from the Distribution line, sorting out the orders, preparing the pallets and loading the orders onto the trucks
• Adherence to all food safety, quality, animal welfare, and workplace safety policies
• Cleaning and sanitizing work areas, tools, and equipment as required

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

• Mechanical environment with exposure to cold temperatures, wet conditions, and poultry products
• Standing and walking for extended periods of time
• Frequent use of hands and arms
• Lifting, pushing, pulling, and handling product as required by the position
• Use of knives or cutting tools in designated roles, following all safety procedures
• Bending and stooping
• Occasional Squat, reach above shoulder (up to 2 ft.), crouch, kneel, balance
• Climb height: Occasionally (5 – 10 ft.)

Schedule and Flexibility

• Ability to work assigned shifts, including overtime, weekends, and holidays as needed
• Willingness to rotate between departments or positions based on operational needs
• Rehire Consideration: Candidates who have previously worked for Tyson will have a minimum rehire waiting period of 90 days and are limited to 3 times of employment.
• Relocation Assistance Eligible: No
• Work Shift: 1ST SHIFT (United States of America)

Other Information

• Certain roles at Tyson require background checks.
• If you are offered a position that requires a background check you will be provided additional documentation to complete once an offer has been extended.
• Hourly Applicants ONLY - You must complete the task after submitting your application to provide additional information to be considered for employment.

Pay and Benefits

Pay range: $15.10 – $20.10 + hourly bonus of up to $3.00/hr
2nd shift receives a $2 shift differential
HOURS: Monday – Friday, occasional weekend work
1st Shift: 7:00 am – 3:00 pm or upon completion of assigned work (start times may vary depending on position)
2nd Shift 3:30 pm – 12:00 am or upon completion of assigned work (start times may vary depending on position)