TYSON FOODS -WILKESBORO FOOD SERVICE: ALL SHIFTS PART-TIME General Labor PT01

Job Details:

Pay is $17.10 per hour PLUS an additional $2.00 FOR 2nd Shift.

First Shift will begin between 5:00AM and 7:00AM depending on the department.

Second shift will begin between 3:00PM and 4:30PM depending on the department.

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REHIRES ARE SUBJECT TO A 181 DAY WAIT PERIOD, determined from their last date of employment, to apply for FOOD SERVICE.  
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.

General Production Labor 

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 

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:

No

Work Shift:

ALL SHIFTS (United States of America)

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