Blender Operator- 3rd Shift- Fayetteville, AR

Attention prior Tyson workers: candidates who have previously worked for Tyson will have a minimum rehire waiting period of 180 days and are limited to 3 times of employment.

Responsibilities

• Completed Lockout/Tagout training required before training or operating line.
• Operates the mixer, water meter, oil system, dough pump, and flour hopper as defined in Production Manual.
• Prepares for start-up or shut down of equipment.
• Keeps a legible, accurate record as required, including Blender Operator's Log.
• Stops machine to make required adjustments, following lockout-tagout policy.
• Maintains good manufacturing practices and personal hygiene.
• Keeps department clean and neat.
• Notifies Supervisor and QC of contamination, mechanical, or operational issues.
• Must be able to perform the Machine Operators Training Checklist job tasks by the end of the 10-working day trial period.
• Ensures product specifications are met in accordance with customers' written specifications.
• Must adhere to all safety policies and operate equipment in a safe manner.
• Responsible for monitoring and reporting any wear and tear on equipment.
• Must have the ability to enter data into the Plant View system.
• If a shift meeting is conducted, all blender operators are required to attend at the end of the shift.
• Abides by all company policies/procedures, written or verbal.
• Works as a team member toward task accomplishments.
• Performs all other tasks as assigned.

Requirements

• Applicant must have 3 months of experience with any employer listed in the work history section of the application.
• Must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.
• Requires flexibility of wrists and hands.
• Walking, bending, standing, and lifting required.
• Lift up to 50 lbs. on a frequent basis.
• Must be able to move heavy objects (100 lbs.) with a mechanical device.
• Must be able to understand and navigate through the Automated Ingredient System screens.
• Use and read scales and thermometers.
• Must be able to use a calculator to figure proper blend specifications, pre-mix weights, and other ingredient amounts (add, subtract, divide, and multiply).
• Must be able to read the Operator’s Logs, Mixer SOP’s, and related documentation.
• Must be able to write production recordings in the Operator’s Logs and complete production documentation accurately.
• Must be able to perform the Blender Operator Training Checklist job tasks by the end of the 10-working day trial period.
• Must be able to perform essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

Schedule

3rd shift (United States of America)

Benefits

• Paid time off
• 401(k) plans
• Affordable health, life, dental, vision, and prescription drug benefits