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Machine Technician Operator (Maintenance Operator - KP) 1st Shift - Newbern, TN

Tyson Foods

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Newbern, TN
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First Shift
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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.

Job description:

  • Position requires coverage for all jobs in department, which include general production and operator positions, for openings, absences, vacations, and LOAs.
  • Positions may be responsible for running machinery, packing, sanitizing, receiving, or shipping of products, making boxes and good housekeeping practices.

Requirements:

  • Must be willing to repeatedly push, pull, lift and carry up to 50 pounds. Must be able to grip with hands.
  • Must be able to properly complete the paperwork associated with the position(s) assigned.
  • This position will be exposed on a routine basis to cold temperatures ranging from -20 to 40 degrees up to 12 plus hours per day, wet conditions, slippery floors in some areas, and concrete floors.
  • This position also may be exposed to a noise level loud enough to require hearing protection.
  • Must be available to work overtime and weekends when required.
  • Must be willing to accommodate shift start time changes.
  • Must be willing to work in an environment with the sight and smell of meat products or any other product present when processing meat such as blood, fat, bone, skin, and spices.
  • Must be willing to obtain license to operate forklift.
  • Must be willing to obtain license for LOTO.
  • Must have 6 MThs continuous employment in the last 18 months. Preferred candidates will have at least 6 MThs of relevant machine operator, warehouse, agriculture or production experience.

  • This location does not accept rehires

  • 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.

Benefits:

  • Health and Life Insurance starting on your first day!

  • Citizenship Assistance

  • 401k and Stock Options

  • 9 Paid Holidays

  • Vacation Time

  • Earned Time Off

  • Voluntary and Company Paid Life and Disability Insurances

  • Full Medical, Vision, Dental, and Prescription Insurance + No wait Period

  • Protection Pack (Roadside Assistance, Identity Theft, Financial Advice, and

  • Health Savings and Flex Spend Accounts

  • Paid Parental Leave

  • Paid Bereavement Time

  • Free Mental Health Services

  • Wellness Services

Relocation Assistance Eligible:

No

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.

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