Spice Technician 3 (2nd Shift) - New London Prepared Plant

Job Details:

Highly recommend submitting a resume in Word or PDF format when applying.

At Tyson Foods, we believe that our team members are the heart of our success. Are you ready to take on a dynamic role where you can make a significant impact? Join Our Team in the Prepared Foods Division.

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

Shift: 2nd   

Schedule: Monday - Friday, with occasional Saturdays. Sundays are rare and on an as‑needed basis.

Hours: Monday – Friday: 5:00 PM - 1:00 AM / end of shift (flex as needed)

Pay Rate: $29.03/hour, plus a shift differential. This position is eligible for overtime pay and is paid weekly. 

SUMMARY: This role plays a vital part in supporting food safety, product quality, and efficient production operations through hands-on involvement on the production floor.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepare and deliver seasoning to various production areas in a timely and accurate manner.
• Ensure products and processes within assigned departments conform to company specifications, regulatory requirements, and established process guidelines.
• Utilize SAP to maintain accurate seasoning inventory through proper rotation, tracking, transfers, and reconciliation notifications.
• Monitor inventory levels and help ensure continuous operational support through effective inventory management practices.
• Identify quality, material, product, or process concerns and initiate corrective actions when standards are not met.
• Conduct pre-operational and operational auditing activities to support food safety and quality objectives.
• Operate and monitor brine systems to ensure compliance with process requirements.
• Support continuous improvement efforts by proactively identifying opportunities to enhance product quality and operational efficiency.
• Participate in cross-training opportunities within other Quality Assurance functions as needed.
• Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

Education: High School diploma or GED equivalency is strongly preferred.

Experience: Prior experience in a manufacturing environment.

Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Computer Skills: Proficient knowledge of MS Office (Outlook, Excel and Word). Knowledge of SAP is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to maintain accurate records and follow established processes
• Forklift experience preferred.

Physical requirements:

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Work Environment:

• Must be able to endure non-weather related wet and cold environment 35 degrees.
• Must be able to endure non-weather related hot and humid environment 100 degrees.
• Must be able to climb stairs occasionally.
• Must be able to stand, stoop and walk constantly.
• Must be able to sit sustained periods of time frequently.
• Must be able to wear protected clothing - hard hat, glasses, hearing protection, and steel toe shoes constantly.

Position Specific Requirements:

• Highly recommend attaching resume in Word or PDF format
• Must reside in the United States to be considered.
• Sponsorship is not available for this position.

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE IS NOT OFFERED. LOCAL CANDIDATES WILL BE GIVEN PRIORITY

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Relocation Assistance Eligible:

No

Work Shift:

2ND SHIFT (United States of America)

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