Forklift OPR PR06U 2nd Shift Tecumseh NE

About the Role

This position is responsible for the efficient and safe operation of the CAS Forklift throughout the production day. Candidates who have previously worked for Tyson Foods will have a minimum rehire waiting period of 90 days and are limited to 3 times of employment.

Responsibilities

• Remove cages from semi for slaughter
• Place on dumping rollers
• Remove emptied cages and return to semi
• Handle birds according to departmental Animal Welfare Standards
• Responsible for daily pre-trip inspection of forklift and minor repairs throughout production day
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Must be able to successfully complete forklift drivers training
• Ability to operate forklift efficiently, within safety guidelines, in all weather conditions
• Ability to work safely and effectively around moving machinery
• Ability to perform a daily safety inspection of the equipment and record data
• Basic maintenance skills required
• Must adhere to CAS Department Animal Welfare Standards and practices
• Willingness to work overtime and be called into work for emergency situations as required
• Must be able to work independently to make required decisions

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Experience in a meat processing facility preferred
• Forklift driving experience preferred
• Must be able to communicate effectively

Physical Requirements / Environment

• Rarely (0-1 hrs.): climb or work at protected heights (stepping up into equipment), kneel, crawl, squat, crouch or balance, lift/carry (up to 45 lbs.), push/pull (up to 45 lbs.), reach above shoulder height
• Occasionally (1-3 hrs.): lift/carry (up to 10 lbs.), stand/walk
• Continuously (6-8 hrs.): use feet in repetitive movement to operate foot controls, simple/firm grasping, fine manipulation/operating controls, sit while operating equipment, bend/stoop, twist/turn, work in or around moving machinery, exposed to marked changes in temperature working outdoors, around and amongst poultry dust, odor and blood, talk and hear, use 20/20 vision with or without corrective lenses

Schedule

2nd Shift

Benefits

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