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TYSON FOODS, WILKESBORO FRESH PLANT: 2nd Shift EVIS Various positions PR03 (See job descriptions)

Tyson Foods
Wilkesboro Plant - Wilkesboro, North Carolina, United States, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 21 Apr 2026
💰 $34,000/yr

About the role

Job Details:

Pay is $17.70 per hour PLUS an additional $2.00 per hour shift differential.
SCHEDULE is 2nd Shift -start time is approximately 1:43PM.               

*** BENEFITS START DAY ONE ***
We offer a full range of benefits and perks including:
➢ MEDICAL, DENTAL, and VISION INSURANCE
➢ Telehealth services
➢ Well-Being Support Programs
➢ FSA and HSA available
➢ 401k
➢ Stock Purchase Plan
➢ Company Paid Life Insurance
➢ Short-Term & Long- Term Disability
➢ Fully Funded Education
➢ Discount Program

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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 apply 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.
 

Job Summary:

Inspector/Sorter

Inspector/Sorter is responsible for monitoring, recording, and verifying product, equipment, and environmental criteria at designated points throughout the production process. This position plays a critical role in food safety by monitoring Critical Control Points (CCPs) and ensuring compliance with HACCP plans, regulatory requirements, and Tyson policies and procedures in a fresh food manufacturing environment. Places product in designated areas determined by management.

Mirror Trimmer

The Mirror Trimmer inspects product as it passes on the shackle line, trimming to remove any matter. Removes product from the shackle line and places on hang back racks adjacent to their workstation for later processing as needed. Removes limbs that have been marked by USDA and management. Trims away other undesirable matter from finished product.  

Backup Rehanger

Rehanger hangs any birds not properly transferred from the initial lines to the eviscerating lines by the auto transfer machines and looks for Product to ensure it is placed properly on the line.

Utility Laborer 

The 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. 

Utility Laborer  Key Responsibilities 

Maintain continuous product flow on production lines to support efficiency and throughput 

Relieve Team Members on the production line for breaks, lunches, and absences 

Fill in for open positions during labor shortages to ensure uninterrupted operations 

Perform multiple production tasks as assigned, including but not limited to packing, sorting, staging, and material handling 

Assist with product movement between production areas to prevent downtime or congestion 

Monitor work areas to ensure product quality, food safety, and sanitation standards are met 

Follow all standard operating procedures (SOPs) related to fresh product handling 

Assist supervisors by responding quickly to changing production needs 

Identify and report safety hazards, equipment issues, or product concerns immediately 

Maintain cleanliness and organization of production areas, tools, and equipment 

Comply with all Tyson policies, OSHA regulations, USDA requirements, and food safety guidelines 

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