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TYSON FOODS-WILKESBORO FRESH PLANT: 1st Shift EVIS (Various start times and Positions available) General Labor PR01-PR03

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.

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 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 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.

General Labor PR01

Job Description Summary

The General Production Labor position provides hands-on support to production operations by performing a variety of manual and production-related tasks as assigned. This role supports product flow, quality, and efficiency while maintaining a safe work environment and adhering to Tyson policies, food safety standards, and procedures in a fresh food manufacturing environment.

Backup Rehanger PR03

The Backup Rehanger is responsible for placing dropped birds on the overhead eviscerating shackle line. Must also keep the pinning line speed adjusted. Additionally, hangs empty shackles and one legs that the machine misses. Removes any paws that the cutter misses.

Inspector/Sorter PR03

This position is responsible for evaluating the quality of the product while maintaining a safe work environment and adhering to Tyson policies and procedures.

Key Responsibilities

Perform assigned production tasks to support processing, packaging, and material handling operations

Assist with product handling, sorting, stacking, and staging as required

Maintain continuous product flow to prevent downtime or congestion

Monitor product for quality defects and report concerns promptly

Assist line operators with setup, changeovers, and general line support

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

Remove waste, scrap, and recyclable materials according to plant procedures

Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) and supervisor instructions

Follow all food safety, sanitation, hygiene, and allergen control requirements

Comply with OSHA regulations and Tyson safety policies

Use required PPE and follow safe work practices

Perform other duties as assigned

Utility Laborer PR03

Job Description Summary 

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. 

 

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 

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