TYSON FOODS-WILKESBORO FRESH PLANT: 1st Shift (Various start times) Utility Labor PR03

Job Details:Pay is $17.70 per hour.Shift START TIME is approximately 5:00AM*** BENEFITS START DAY ONE ***We offer a full range of benefits and perks including:MEDICAL, DENTAL, and VISION INSURANCETelehealth servicesWell-Being Support ProgramsFSA and HSA available401kStock Purchase PlanCompany Paid Life InsuranceShort-Term & Long- Term DisabilityFully Funded EducationDiscount ProgramPlease opt in to SMS/texting or watch your email for updates on all job applications.The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.REHIRES ARE SUBJECT TO A 91 DAY WAIT PERIOD, determined from their last date of employment, to be considered 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.Utility LaborerJob Description SummaryThe Utility Laborer is responsible for maintaining continuous product flow and supporting production operations in a fresh food manufacturing environment. This position relieves Team Members for breaks, fills in during labor shortages, and performs a variety of production support tasks while maintaining a safe work environment and adhering to all Tyson policies, food safety standards, and procedures.Key ResponsibilitiesMaintain continuous product flow on production lines to support efficiency and throughputRelieve Team Members on the production line for breaks, lunches, and absencesFill in for open positions during labor shortages to ensure uninterrupted operationsPerform multiple production tasks as assigned, including but not limited to packing, sorting, staging, and material handlingAssist with product movement between production areas to prevent downtime or congestionMonitor work areas to ensure product quality, food safety, and sanitation standards are metFollow all standard operating procedures (SOPs) related to fresh product handlingAssist supervisors by responding quickly to changing production needsIdentify and report safety hazards, equipment issues, or product concerns immediatelyMaintain cleanliness and organization of production areas, tools, and equipmentComply with all Tyson policies, OSHA regulations, USDA requirements, and food safety guidelinesPerform other duties as assigned to support production and operational goalsFresh Plant Environment ExpectationsWork directly with raw and fresh products in a temperature-controlled environmentStrict adherence to hygiene, sanitation, and personal protective equipment (PPE) requirementsCompliance with food safety, quality, and contamination prevention practicesAbility to adapt quickly to changing line assignments and production prioritiesEducation And Experience RequirementsEducation:High School diploma or equivalent preferredExperience:Previous Manufacturing Or Fresh Food Production Experience PreferredAbility to learn and perform multiple production tasksSkills And CompetenciesFlexibility and willingness to work in multiple production areasStrong attendance and reliabilityAbility to follow verbal and written instructionsBasic communication skillsTeam-oriented mindset with a strong commitment to safety and qualityPhysical Demands And Work RequirementsAbility to stand and walk for the entire shiftAbility to bend, stoop, reach, twist, and perform repetitive motionsAbility to lift, carry, push, and pull materials as requiredAbility to lift up to 50 pounds with or without assistanceAbility to work in cold, wet, or humid conditions typical of a fresh plant environmentRequired use of PPE, including gloves, aprons, hairnets, and protective footwearWork ScheduleMust be available to work assigned shiftsOvertime, weekends, and holidays may be required based on production needsSafety and Compliance CommitmentThe Utility Laborer is expected to maintain a safe work environment at all times and strictly adhere to Tyson policies, food safety requirements, OSHA regulations, and plant procedures. This role is critical to ensuring consistent production flow and operational flexibility in a fresh food manufacturing environment.Relocation Assistance Eligible:NoWork 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.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. 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