Production Grinder, First Shift

Job Details: Candidates who have previously worked for Tyson Foods will have a minimum rehire waiting period of 180 days and are limited to 3 times of employment.

Hours are from 5:30 AM - 3:30 PM

Pay is $20.35 per hour.

General Job Description:

Ability to operate a grinding machine safely, and while keeping work area clean. To be knowledgeable in the areas of GMP and safety, as it pertains to the grinding process.

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

Tasks:

The Grinder Operator is responsible to inspect equipment, parts, and blades to verify they are in good repair and sanitary, prior to set up.

Must be able to read and interpret work instructions.

Must be able to accurately identify all raw materials used in the grinding process.

Assist in the accurate verification of proper lot number usage in accordance with lots specified on formulas.

Read, comprehend, and accurately perform any written/typed instructions for an item formulation.

Must be able to use basic math skills when completing production paperwork. Complete all QA checks and documentation for the raw area.

Perform appropriate transactions using RF terminal or scanner.

Responsible for shift change communication.

Responsible for controlling losses of product.

Wash down equipment for product changeovers and discard trash in the proper container.

Maintain a clean and organized work area.

Box combos of raw materials as required.

Insure that rework is used in each load as specified.

Inform proper warehouse personnel in a timely manner of all raw materials needed for the grinding process.

Position may require employee to maintain a forklift license to help move product.

Team member has an individual responsibility to report all possible deficiencies that could compromise food safety.

Must be willing and able to lift up to 80lbs. as required.

The position will work in an environment with extreme temperatures ranging from 39F to 90F.

Team member must adhere to all GMP standards and safety guidelines while performing job duties.

Must be willing to work overtime and weekends when required.

Must be able to read schedules, meat sheets and spec sheets to ensure correct product is on production line.

Requirements:

Must have held a position for six (6) months within the past twenty four (24) months with the same employer.

Relocation Assistance Eligible:

No Work Shift:

1ST 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.

The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

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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