TYSON FOODS -WILKESBORO FRESH PLANT: 1st Shift General Labor PR01

Job Details:

Pay is $17.10 per hour.

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REHIRES ARE SUBJECT TO A 91 DAY WAIT PERIOD, determined from their last date of employment, to apply for FRESH PLANT.
CANDIDATES THAT HAVE WORKED FOR TYSON FOODS OR TYSON AFFILIATES 3 OR MORE TIMES WILL NOT BE ELIGIBLE FOR REHIRE.

MUST PERFORM OTHER DUTIES AS TASKED BY ADMINISTRATION.
MUST BE SAFE AND OBSERVE ALL OF TYSONS POLICIES AND PROCEDURES.

Job Description Summary

The General Production Labor position provides hands-on support to production operations by performing a variety of manual and production-related tasks as assigned. This role supports product flow, quality, and efficiency while maintaining a safe work environment and adhering to Tyson policies, food safety standards, and procedures in a fresh food manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

Perform assigned production tasks to support processing, packaging, and material handling operations

Assist with product handling, sorting, stacking, and staging as required

Maintain continuous product flow to prevent downtime or congestion

Monitor product for quality defects and report concerns promptly

Assist line operators with setup, changeovers, and general line support

Maintain cleanliness and organization of work areas, tools, and equipment

Remove waste, scrap, and recyclable materials according to plant procedures

Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) and supervisor instructions

Follow all food safety, sanitation, hygiene, and allergen control requirements

Comply with OSHA regulations and Tyson safety policies

Use required PPE and follow safe work practices

Perform other duties as assigned

Fresh Plant Environment Expectations

Work directly with raw, in-process, or packaged fresh product

Adhere to strict food safety, sanitation, and contamination prevention standards

Wear required PPE, including gloves, aprons, hairnets, and protective footwear

Work in temperature-controlled environments, including cold, wet, or humid conditions.

Skills and Competencies

Ability to follow written and verbal instructions

Strong attention to detail and safety

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Basic communication skills

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Strong commitment to safety, food safety, and quality

Physical Demands and Work Requirements

Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the shift

Ability to bend, stoop, reach, twist, and perform repetitive motions

Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials as required

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds with or without assistance

Ability to work in cold, wet, or humid conditions typical of a fresh plant environment

Work Schedule

Must be available to work assigned shifts

Overtime, weekends, and holidays may be required based on production needs

Safety and Compliance Commitment

The General Production Labor employee is expected to maintain a safe work environment and strictly comply with Tyson policies, food safety requirements, OSHA regulations, and plant procedures. This role is essential to supporting daily production operations and maintaining efficient, safe, and compliant operations at the Plant.

Relocation Assistance Eligible:

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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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