Grader Labor PR01U 1st shift (July), Forest, MS at Tyson Foods, Inc. in Forest, Mississippi

Job Title

Grader Labor Team Member

Job Description

Job Details: $17.45 per hour plus $1.00 per hour for shift differential.

Job Summary The Grader Labor team member is responsible for inspecting, sorting, and grading poultry products to ensure they meet Tyson Foods' quality, safety, and customer specifications. This position plays a critical role in maintaining product quality by identifying defects, removing non-conforming product, and ensuring only acceptable product continues through the production process. Team members must work safely, efficiently, and in compliance with all food safety and company policies.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Inspect poultry products for quality defects, discoloration, bruising, contamination, or other non-conforming conditions.
• Sort and grade products according to established quality standards and customer specifications.
• Remove defective or damaged product from the production line.
• Maintain consistent production flow while meeting quality expectations.
• Follow all USDA, food safety, and quality assurance requirements.
• Communicate quality concerns and production issues to supervisors and quality assurance personnel.
• Assist with line setup, product handling, and housekeeping activities as needed.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area in compliance with plant sanitation standards.
• Adhere to Tyson Foods' animal welfare, safety, and workplace policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

* The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation. This facility will not accept applicants that have worked for Tyson Foods more than 3 times. This facility accepts rehires after 365 days. Work Shift: 2ND SHIFT (United States of America) 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. 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.