Machine Operator - 2nd Shift - South Hutchinson, KS

About the role

If you are looking to make an impact in a meaningful way, join us at Tyson Foods where we feed the world like family! We create quality products in a safe environment for our team members. We offer competitive pay and great benefits. This facility operates six days a week and produces sausage crumbles and dry sausage.

Responsibilities

• Be responsible for operating machinery to ensure the continuous flow of product through the production process and ensure proper ingredients/supplies are being used on the line.
• Monitor and adjust machine settings as needed and notify supervisor if machines should require maintenance while maintaining a safe work environment and adhering to Tyson policies and procedures.
• Learn new EIM System and use hand held scanners, as well as any other duties assigned.
• Wear the appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) which includes steel‑toed shoes, bump cap and hearing protection. (Team members are encouraged to dress appropriately before they arrive at their workstation.)

Requirements

• Must be willing and able to lift up to 50 lbs (necessary when dumping bags of spice).
• Must be willing and able to push/pull 80 lb film in cart to machine.
• Torso flexion of 0‑45 degrees while handling spice.
• Full bilateral extension of arms required.
• Bilateral full hand grasp when performing checks for code dates.
• Stand at all times in all workstations.
• Use of both hands simultaneously when performing this job.
• Work in areas that could range between 38 °F and 50 °F temperatures; conditions may be wet.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 months of operator experience with the same employer, documented in the work history section of the application.
• Candidates who have previously worked for Tyson must meet a minimum rehire waiting period of 180 days and are limited to three times of employment.

Skills

• Operating production machinery and monitoring/adjusting machine settings.
• Using the EIM system and handheld scanners.
• Adhering to safety policies and wearing required PPE.

Benefits

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

Pay

Starting base rate pay of $21.05 per hour, with an additional $1.10 per hour shift differential for 2nd shift placement.

Schedule

Facility operates six days a week; schedules may include a 7‑day rotation. This position is for the 2nd shift.