Grinder Opr PR03-2nd shift- Danville, VA

About the role

This position is responsible for setting up and operating equipment that grinds ingredients used in the manufacturing of food products while maintaining a safe work environment and adhering to Tyson policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and dismantle all equipment
• Monitor and ensure product quality, making adjustments when necessary to maintain product specifications
• Perform necessary wash down procedures when needed
• Maintain a clean and organized work area
• Responsible for shift change communication
• Inspect equipment, parts, and/or blades to verify they are in good repair and sanitary prior to setup
• Troubleshoot machinery and keep supervisor and maintenance informed of any machinery needing repair
• Use basic math skills when completing production paperwork
• Complete all QA checks and documentation accurately, including completion of paperwork
• Read and interpret work instructions
• Accurately identify all raw materials used in the grinding process
• Assist in the accurate verification of proper lot number usage in accordance with lots specified on formulas
• Read, comprehend, and accurately perform any written/typed instructions for an item formulation
• Perform appropriate transactions using RF terminal or scanner
• Control losses of product
• Wash down equipment for product changeovers and discard trash in the proper container
• Box combos of raw materials as required
• Ensure that rework is used in each load as specified
• Inform proper warehouse personnel in a timely manner of all raw materials needed for the grinding process
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Position may require employee to maintain a forklift license to help move product
• Willing and able to lift up to 80 lbs when required
• Willing and able to work in an environment with extreme temperatures ranging from 39°F to 90°F
• Has an individual responsibility to report all possible deficiencies that could compromise food safety
• Must be able to read and interpret work instructions and adhere to all GMP standards and safety guidelines
• All applicants must provide their government identification number so the system can verify any previous Tyson employment history

This plant is not accepting rehires at this time.