Materials Handler Operator PR04 ( Shipping/Receiving) - 1st Shift Waterloo KPR

Job Details

Tyson Foods was named as One of America’s Most JUST Companies for a 5th year! This is a reflection of the work we do to support our team members and the customers, consumers, and the communities we serve.

We invest in our team members and their success by providing resources like BENEFITS ON DAY ONE OF EMPLOYMENT and FREE EDUCATION!

Benefits include: medical/Rx, dental, and vision coverage; 9 paid holidays; 1 week of paid vacation after 6 months, plus earned time off; 401(k) with employer match; stock purchase program; and product purchase program. We also offer CAREER GROWTH and much more!

Whether you are seeking a job for right now or a career for forever – Tyson has what you are looking for!  Tyson has a committed track record of promoting from within because we believe our Team Members can grow into the best leaders.

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 work environment. Waterloo KPR produces fully cooked, ready-to-eat products. 

This job posting is for 2nd shift, initially working a schedule of Monday through Friday and some Saturdays, and then a rotational schedule of 4 days on, 3 days off one week, and 3 days on, 4 days off the following week when the plant moves to a 7-day operation. Work hours are generally 1:40 p.m. to approximately 11:00 p.m./midnight. The base rate of pay is $20.70/hour, plus a shift premium of $1.00/hour. Team members must be willing to work overtime and weekends, as needed. This position is eligible for overtime pay.  

To be considered for employment, you must provide your social security number at the end of the application under National ID# (after seeing “Congratulations”).

Job Responsibilities

Loads and ships goods, receives and unloads goods Maintains packaging materials on storage trailers Operates electric or hand jacks, and drives both sit-down and stand-up styles of forklifts Manually changes forklift batteries Performs daily safety inspection of the forklift and reports any problems to the supervisor Keeps area and floor clean, including the cooler and shipping docks Performs other jobs within the department and provides back-up/breaks to line puller when necessary. Rotates to other jobs in other departments, if needed Accurately completes paperwork and Safety Chain entries. Uses EIM handheld and software to ship and receive goods All team members are responsible for safety, including but not limited to, personal safety and food safety. Complies with all company and USDA policies/guidelines and reports known or suspected violations Attends monthly and annual required training (e.g., Safety, HACCP, HR topics, LOTO, PIT) Performs other duties, as assigned.

Job Requirements

At least three (3) months of relevant operator experience with one or a combination of employers At least four (4) months of continuous employment with one employer in the past two (2) years High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) preferred, but not required Forklift/Mule/PIT experience preferred, but not required, as training and certification is provided) - required to become forklift certified within 30 days of starting position Basic computer skills to navigate systems and perform data entry Experience with inventory control methods preferred Ability to record information using company-provided forms and procedures Ability to accurately perform math functions: addition, subtraction, multiplication, division Ability to report to work as scheduled and work scheduled hours to meet job expectations, have flexibility to work other jobs, as needed, and work weekends and overtime, as needed Ability to work professionally and respectfully with others while demonstrating positive interpersonal skills, and communicates effectively with all team members and management Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and thoroughness Ability to identify, act with a sense of urgency, and resolve problems/inconsistencies, getting help from management or others, as needed Requires standing, walking, bending, stooping, twisting, stretching, climbing, pushing, pulling, and reaching above, below, and at shoulder level Must be able to use both arms/hands and legs/feet to operate forklifts or electric pallet and hand jacks Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 60 lbs. below waist, at waist level, and above shoulder level Ability to work while standing or walking on hard floors for a period of up to 8-10 hours/day Ability to climb up and down stairs/ladders to get to/from work areas and to work at elevated levels and various heights and in confined spaces, as needed Ability to work in an environment where extreme temperatures range seasonally from hot/warm to cold/freezing, where conditions may be damp and/or wet, and concrete floors may be slippery in some areas Ability to perform repetitive motions, flex/grip with wrists/hands, and use tools (e.g., box knife, metal scraper) Ability to wear personal protective equipment (PPE), including hard hat, safety glasses, ear protection (plugs or muffs), hair net / beard guard, steel-toed boots, and gloves

Relocation Assistance Eligible

No

Work Shift

A 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/Affirmative Action 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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