Packer Opr - All Shifts - Kansas City, Kansas

Position Summary

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.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 months of machine or packer operator experience (must be documented on application)
• Minimum of 6 months of continuous work in the last 3 years

Responsibilities

• Operator Care – Basic lubrication, inspection, adjustments, repairs, cleaning (CLAIR LEAN Manufacturing)
• Contribute to a continuous improvement environment by participating in activities to include line side problem solving
• 5S program (Andon System Stoplight) – Contribute to a safe and organized work environment by maintaining a clean and orderly workspace
• Physical lifting/moving, bending to stock material from inventory location to robotic equipment (Min 25 LBS)
• Perform perfect packaging checks
• Safely and efficiently resolve jams 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

Physical Requirements

• Willing and able to be exposed to a cold/damp work environment with temperatures ranging from 28-42 degrees
• Willing and able to lift, push, or carry up to 50 lbs
• Willing and able to work in a fast-paced environment with repetitive motions
• Willing and able to stand, bend, reach overhead, and twist for extended periods
• Willing and able to stand 8-12 hours a day on a hard floor

Schedule

All shifts available.

Benefits

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