Job Details:

Feed Batching Skilled FM02

The starting pay for this position is $19.65/hr. with a $1.00 shift increase for second and third shift. 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 advancement opportunities and steady work. Typical schedule is 10:00pm-6:00am Sunday-Thursday. This facility operates to support feed manufacturing and delivery operations for poultry production and may operate on weekends, holidays, and flexible schedules as needed to meet production and customer demands.

JOB SUMMARY:
The Feed Batching Skilled FM02 is responsible for accurately batching and producing feed according to formulations and production schedules. This position monitors ingredient usage, maintains inventory accuracy, performs minor maintenance, communicates with dispatch and operations personnel, and ensures feed is produced safely, efficiently, and in compliance with Tyson Foods quality, safety, and biosecurity standards.

Working conditions: Must be able to work in all-weather/climate conditions from very cold to very hot and humid. Must be able to work in a dusty environment.

Responsibilities:
Key responsibilities include batching feed, maintaining production records, monitoring ingredient inventory, operating batching systems and equipment, communicating production needs, and supporting overall feed mill operations.

Accurately record production data, ingredient usage, inventories, and required documentation.
Calculate feed production capabilities and ingredient requirements to support production schedules.
Read and accurately use a tape measure to determine end-of-shift inventories.
Operate feed batching and mill equipment in accordance with established procedures.
Open heavy doors and clean out mills, bins, and related equipment as required.
Push and pull pallet jacks loaded with bulk materials and one-ton ingredient bags and safely position and hang ingredients for production.
Perform minor maintenance duties using hand tools and report equipment concerns promptly.
Communicate with dispatch and operations personnel to ensure feed requirements are being met and production schedules are maintained.
Monitor ingredient inventories and notify management of shortages, discrepancies, or operational concerns.
Maintain good housekeeping and sanitation throughout batching, production, and service areas.
Work safely in elevated areas (heights) and around moving machinery while following all established safety procedures.
Follow and operate within all Tyson Foods health, safety, quality assurance, and biosecurity protocols.
Obtain and maintain required certifications and licenses associated with the position.
Work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Complete all other duties and responsibilities assigned by management.

Physical Requirements: Must be willing and able to perform the following:

Must be willing and able to wear all required personal protective equipment (PPE) including hearing protection, safety glasses, respirators where applicable, gloves, hard hats, and steel-toed footwear.
Must be willing and able to work in hot, dry, dusty, wet, cold, and outdoor environments with heavy exposure to ingredient dust and inclement weather.
Must be willing and able to work holidays, weekends, and flexible hours as required based on production and demand scheduling.
Must be willing and able to work in elevated areas and follow all established safety procedures.
Must follow all Tyson Foods biosecurity policies and procedures, including signing and complying with Company Biosecurity Guidelines and avoiding contact with avian species as required.
Must be willing and able to maintain good housekeeping throughout batching, production, and service areas.
Must be willing and able to lift up to 60 lbs. independently and up to 100 lbs. with assistance.
Must be willing and able to stand, sit, walk, climb ladders and stairs, and sustain physical activity throughout the workday.
Must be willing and able to push and pull loaded pallet jacks and perform physically demanding tasks throughout the shift.
Must be willing and able to accurately complete paperwork, enter data, and perform basic computer functions.
Must be willing and able to perform minor maintenance and safely use hand tools.
The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

External Education and Experience:
Minimum: High school diploma or equivalent preferred but not required. Must possess basic reading, writing, math, communication, and computer skills. Must be able to accurately complete paperwork and maintain inventory and receiving records. Preferred: Previous experience in feed mill operations, ingredient receiving, manufacturing, agriculture, grain handling, rail unloading, warehouse operations, material handling, or related industrial environments. Experience operating PIT equipment, unloading railcars and trucks, inventory management, and computerized receiving systems preferred.

Special Skills/Certifications:

Basic math skills.
Strong communication skills.
Basic mechanical aptitude.
Basic computer skills.
Ability to certify and maintain Powered Industrial Truck (PIT) certification.
Ability to obtain and maintain Confined Space certification.
Ability to obtain and maintain Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) certification.
Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities.

Rehire Criteria:

· Former Tyson Team Members must be separated from the company for a minimum of 180 calendar days.

· Also, if you have worked at Tyson 3 times or more you will not be eligible for rehire.

· Applicants that complete an application and do not meet the criteria described in this statement will be removed from the application process.

Relocation Assistance Eligible:

No

Work Shift:

3RD SHIFT (United States of America)

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The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

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We provide our team members and their families with paid time off; 401(k) plans; affordable health, life, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; and more.

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