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Forklift Operator - 1st Shift

Tyson Foods

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Dallas, TX
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First Shift
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Job Description

As posted by the hiring company

Job Overview:

Job Details:

If you are looking to make an impact in a meaningful way, join us at Tyson Foods where we are raising the world’s expectations for how much good food can do! We create quality products in a safe environment for our team members. We offer great benefits and advancement opportunities. This facility operates six days a week and produces Pepperoni.

Benefits Effective Day 1!

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.

WE PROVIDE ON THE JOB TRAINING!

Job Duties:

  • Required to operate forklift and electronic pallet jack.

  • Load and unload trucks.

  • Use handheld scanner.

  • Maintain Inventory.

  • Small mechanical adjustments.

  • Must be able to visually inspect product for any deficiencies.

  • Perform any other work as assigned by supervisor.

  • Perform general housekeeping duties in the department.

  • Comply with all safety, food safety, GMP and SQF Requirements.

  • Ability to use computer.

  • Must be able to obtain the Forklift Certification.

  • Must be able to work overtime and/or weekends as needed.

Requirements:

  • Forklift operator must have 6 months of experience with Forklift.


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

  • Must be willing and able to push/pull/lift with arms above shoulder level up to 65lbs.

  • The Team Member will reach high and low levels, frequently.

  • The Team Member will flex/grip with wrist/hands frequently.

  • The Team Member will climb step ladders and or stairs.

  • The Team Member will perform repetitive movements.

  • The Team Member will stand on hard surface for up to 10 hours per day.

  • The Team Member will work in cold and damp environments.

Candidates who have previously worked for Tyson will have a minimum rehire waiting period of 90 days and are limited to 3 times of employment.

Relocation Assistance Eligible:

No



Work Shift:


A Shift (United States of America)

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