Materials Handler Operator (Douglas) - 1st Shift Full Time - Newbern, TN 38059

This position starts at $21.65/hr. with a shift increase for second and third shift and potential for overtime.   We have open positions for first shift. Referral bonus paid out to new hire and referring TM in amount of $500.00 paid at 90 days and $500.00 paid at 180 days. 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.   We offer great benefits and steady work. This facility operates five days a week and produces Sausage Patties, Sausage Links and Roll Sausage.

SUMMARY:  Responsible for setting up equipment in preparation for startup, and responsible for keeping Douglas department with supplies needed to run production and keep finished product moved out, while also being able to adhere to good safety practices, food safety policies, and company policies.

Monitor production area for trash and debris on floor.    Perform various other tasks as assigned by Lead person, Supervisor or Superintendent.    Must be willing and able to read the schedule of products to be processed and compare the information to the current product being ran and write the information on the product check sheet.

Must be able to work on and around machinery and chemicals.    Management will appoint a trained designee to fill in for absentees and vacancies.    ALL employees are responsible for upholding principles of SQF 2000.  Familiar with the safe operation of production line conveyor equipment.    Basic Math Skills and ability to become certified in Lock Out tag Out Program.  Must be willing and able to communicate effectively with company employees and all levels of management.      Must be willing and able to work in temperatures less than or equal to 35 degrees Fahrenheit temperature for minimum of 8 hours.    Must be willing and able to pinch/grip product and place into specified location.    Must be willing and able to perform the following task for periods of 8 hours on concrete floor, some of which may include but is not limited to bending, twisting, reaching, standing, stooping, walking, climbing, and lifting.  Must be able to lift/carry up to 50 pounds.    Must have 6 months of continuous employment in the last 18 months, preferred candidates will have at least 6 months of relevant machine operator, ware house, agricultural or production experience.   This facility does not accept rehires. 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. 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