Forklift Operator - 1st Shift - Zeeland, MI at Tyson Foods

Zeeland, Michigan, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 Feb, 26

Salary

22.15

Posted On

08 Nov, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Forklift Operation, Reading, Writing, Communication, Manufacturing Experience, RF Scanner Experience

Industry

Food and Beverage Manufacturing

Description

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. Job Details: If you are looking to make an impact in a meaningful way, join us at Tyson Foods where we are raising the world’s expectations for how much good food can do! We create quality products in a safe environment for our team members. Benefits Effective Day 1! These positions start at $22.15/HR Job Description: These positions are responsible for ensuring all materials are transported and/or unloaded in a timely manner while maintaining a safe work environment and adhering to Tyson policies and procedures. These positions could work in any department of this meat processing facility include Shipping, Receiving, or Production. Proficiency in reading and writing; ability to complete on-the-job paperwork and effectively communicate across all management levels. Forklift positions include Extended Run, Forklift Operator, Order Selector Operator, and Yard Driver Operator. 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. Must be willing and able to lift up to 40 lbs The Team Member will stand, walk, bend, squat, stretch, climb, push, pull and reach as required in all areas The Team Member will stand 8-10 hours on hard floors The Team Member will perform repetitive motions as required in many areas The Team Member will work in a cold, damp environment The Team Member will work on slippery walking surfaces Preferred Skills: Prefer 3 month of Forklift Experience Experience in a manufacturing setting preferred RF Scanner experience preferred Requirements: Must have 3 months work experience listed on application (can be multiple employers but must add up to 3 months) Candidates who have previously worked for Tyson will have a minimum rehire waiting period of 365 days and are limited to 3 times of employment. Relocation Assistance Eligible: No Work Shift: 1ST SHIFT (United States of America) 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. If you would like to learn more about your data privacy rights and how you may use that information, please read our Job Applicant Privacy Notice here. Unsolicited Assistance: Tyson Foods and its subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited support from external recruitment vendors for open positions within the United States. Any resumes or candidate profiles submitted by recruitment vendors or headhunters to any employee or applicant tracking system at Tyson Foods or its subsidiaries, without a valid written request and search agreement approved by HR, will be considered the property of Tyson Foods. No fees will be paid if the candidate is hired due to an unsolicited referral. Our team members make the difference. If you are ready to grow your career with an industry leader and want to positively impact the team and community around you, then join us in helping us in raising expectations. Join us on the journey. At Tyson, we are raising expectations for how much good people can do. Our Talent Strategy is to Attract, Grow, Reward and Retain the best talent, and we believe that our Culture is the connecting thread that drives that strategy! We strive to be a talent magnet to establish a reputation for being a talent rich organization where team members can grow their career while growing the business. We are a high performing organization where team members are rewarded (Pay, Benefits and Recognition) for their contributions, and given the opportunity to support and/or volunteer with programs that help Tyson make a lasting social impact in the communities where we live and work. To learn more about our culture, please read Our Purpose. Tyson Foods, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you are unable to apply for career opportunities through use of this site due to an impairment or disability, please contact (479) 290-5000 for further assistance.

Responsibilities

The Forklift Operator is responsible for ensuring all materials are transported and unloaded in a timely manner while maintaining a safe work environment. This role may work in various departments including Shipping, Receiving, or Production.