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Temperanceville Plant General Production Labor 2nd Shift

Tyson Foods · Temperanceville, VA · 1 wk ago
OTHRFull-time

This position is responsible for entry-level non-skilled general labor or equipment maintenance while maintaining a safe work environment and adhering to Tyson policies and procedures. Roles may be located in any area of Fresh Processing, including DSI, Debone, Deli lines, and Evisceration.

Responsibilities

  • Push, pull, carry, and/or lift up to 50 pounds.
  • Work in damp, cold, or hot environments, and reach above shoulder level.
  • Stand 8-10 hours a day on hard surfaces and perform repetitive motion.
  • Climb up and down stairs to access work areas.
  • Wear required PPE: frocks, gloves, ear protection (plugs or muffs), hair net, and beard guard.
  • Use knives, scissors, saws, or skinner machines for product processing (where applicable).
  • Troubleshoot, maintain, and repair equipment and company assets.
  • Monitor equipment during production and make necessary repairs or adjustments.
  • Document corrections and perform preventive maintenance on weekends.
  • Rebuild equipment and assist with installation of new equipment.
  • Assist with maintenance throughout the facility as required.
  • Grease, change oil, and clean various plant equipment manually.
  • Monitor equipment and computer boards; troubleshoot mechanical problems using schematics and blueprints.
  • Work other shifts when necessary and comply with OSHA standards.
  • Follow Safety Rules, including Lockout/Tagout procedures.
  • Work closely with other maintenance personnel to exchange job-related information.
  • Handle fragile devices requiring precise attention.
  • Perform all other duties as requested by the supervisor.

Requirements

  • Good hand-eye coordination.
  • Capable of moving equipment or machinery in excess of 40 pounds.
  • Able to work on and inspect equipment involving bending, turning, stooping, twisting, and climbing.
  • Able to move freely throughout the plant over and around equipment, people, and obstacles.
  • Tolerate climates ranging from very cold to very hot and from very wet to very dry.
  • Communicate and work well with others.
  • Able to climb ladders and work overhead.
  • Able to reach, lift, and perform tasks for the duration of the shift (walking, standing, or sitting).
  • Complete mandatory online training.
  • Willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.
  • Provide government identification number for Tyson employment history verification.
  • Adhere to rehire criteria: minimum 180-day waiting period and no more than 3 prior employments at Tyson Foods.

Pay

Base pay range: $17.00 per hour. Additional compensation may be available based on shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonuses.

Schedule

2nd shift (United States). Weekend work (Saturday and Sunday) is required.

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