Machine Technician - 1st Shift - Newbern, TN

Tyson, Inc.

Newbern, TN

LOCATION

First Shift

SHIFT

Job Description

As posted by the hiring company

Job Overview:

Certain roles at Tyson require background checks. If you are offered a position that requires a background check you will be provided additional documentation to complete once an offer has been extended.

Job Details:

Schedule - Monday - Friday with possible Saturday's

Hours - 6:00 am - until finished

Pay - 24.60/Hr.

REQUIREMENTS:

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.

Job Description:

Set up equipment in preparation for startup, and responsible for the running the KP machines, while also adhering to good safety practices, food safety policies, and company policies.
Set up V-Mag stuffer/grinder and KP machines.
Move empty racks into position for loading and loading logs onto racks.
Send out correct diameters of slicing logs to freezer.
Chang film as needed.
Identify and stripping out defective logs.
Drain water from bottom of KP and inspecting equipment.
Set up and breaking down grinders.
Record condition of grinder plates on grinder inspection sheets and turning in to lead/supervisor.
Inform QA and Production Supervisor in the event of issues with equipment/grinder or raw materials.
Informs and assists Maintenance persons in identifying and correcting problems with machines.
Performs PM’s on equipment in assigned Department.

Requirements:

Basic Math Skills and ability to become certified in Lock Out tag Out Program.
Must be willing and able to work on and around machinery and chemicals.
Must be willing and able to work in temperatures less than or equal to 35 degrees Fahrenheit temperature for minimum of 8 hours.
Must be willing and able to lift/carry up to 50 pounds.
Must be willing and able to perform the following task for periods of 8 hours on concrete floor, some of which may include but is not limited to bending, twisting, reaching, standing, stooping, walking, climbing, and lifting.
Must be willing and able to pinch/grip product and place into specified location.
Must have 6 months of continuous employment in the last 18 months. Preferred candidates will have at least 6 months of relevant machine operator, warehouse, agricultural or production experience.

We offer a full range of benefits and perks including:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Telehealth services
Well-Being Support Programs
FSA and HSA available
401k
Stock Purchase Plan
Company Paid Life Insurance
Short-Term & Long- Term Disability
Fully Funded Education
Discount Program

This facility does not accept rehires.

Relocation Assistance Eligible:

Work Shift:

1ST SHIFT (United States of America)

Hourly Applicants ONLY -You must complete the task after submitting your application to provide additional information to be considered for employment.

Tyson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, national origin, color, religion, age, genetics, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status.

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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