Packer Operator 3rd shift - Kansas, City

About the role

To feed a changing world, it takes an incredible team. From the cutting board to the board room, every Tyson Foods team member plays a key role in our success. We are hiring immediately for Packer Operators. ATTN Prior Tyson Workers: This location currently is not accepting rehires, candidates who have previously worked for Tyson Foods. Communication with applicants will be attempted through contact information provided on the application: via email, phone calls, and SMS messages. Please ensure all contact information is correct and up to date. POSITION SUMMARY: Food Production - Packer Operator - Full Time - Kansas City, KS. This facility is a highly automated meat processing/packaging facility located in Kansas City, KS. This position is responsible for operating machinery to ensure the continuous flow of products through the production process and ensuring proper ingredients/supplies are being used on the line. It is also responsible for monitoring and adjusting machine settings as needed and notifying the supervisor if machines should require maintenance while maintaining a safe work environment and adhering to Tyson policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Operator Care: Basic lubrication, inspection adjustments, repairs, cleaning
• Contribute to a continuous improvement environment by participating in activities to include line side problem solving (CLAIR LEAN Manufacturing)
• Contribute to a safe and organized work environment by maintaining a clean and orderly workspace (5S program – Andon System Stoplight)
• Perform perfect packaging checks
• Safely and efficiently resolve jam ups and equipment malfunctions
• Identify material quality defects and take appropriate action
• Weigh rework using a floor scale and Human Machine Interface (HMI) workstation
• Operate handheld digital scanner

Requirements

Minimum of 3 months of machine or packer operator experience and minimum of 6 months of continuous work in the last 3 years.

Physical requirements: Must be willing and able to be exposed to a cold/damp work environment with temperatures ranging from 28‑42 °F; lift, push, or carry up to 50 lbs; work in a fast‑paced environment with repetitive motions; stand, bend, reach overhead, and twist for extended periods; stand 8‑12 hours a day on a hard floor; perform physical lifting/moving, bending to stock material from inventory location to robotic equipment (minimum 25 lbs).

Benefits

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

Schedule

Full‑time position; 3rd shift (United States of America).