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Job Details:

Pay: $22.40 

$2.00 shift differential

THIS LOCATION DOES NOT ACCEPT REHIRES

Job Description:  

This position is for Forklift Operator PR03 in the Danville, VA facility. The Team Member will be 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.  

Responsibilities: 

• Operates in a safe manner, and in accordance to all company policies and procedures.   

• Uses a handheld computer to pick and scan product.   

• Communicates effectively with other TM's and assists in coordinating to accomplish all assigned tasks.   

• Operates powered pallet jack, forklift and/or reach truck. Inspects daily, charges batteries, maintains battery water level, and changes batteries as necessary.   

• Delivers raw materials, packaging, and pallets to the appropriate production areas.   

• Moves inventory in an organized manner to store in a subzero freezer, cooler, and a dry goods area.   

• Moves finished goods and work-in-progress from production lines to the shipping area.   

• Unloads trucks.   

• Covers and stretch-wraps pallets.   

• Ensures assigned production lines are continuously supplied with clean raw materials and packaging.   

• Records movement transactions in the SAP system.   

• Ensures all raw materials and finished goods are labeled correctly.   

• Maintain an organized and clean work environment according to 5S principles, GMP's, and USDA regulations.   

• Reports any damages, discrepancies, unsafe behaviors, and risks to Lead.   

 

Requirements: 

• Must have at least 6 months of previous work experience with a single employer within the last 18 months.

• 3-month powered industrial truck experience listed on the application preferred   

• Must be able to lift a 50 pounds and push/pull 100 lb.   

• Must be able to stand for long periods.   

• Must wear steel/composite toe boots that conform to site requirements.   

• Must be willing to work flexible hours including overtime and weekends.   

• Must be able to work in a cold environment ( -10 degrees below zero to 40 degrees F).   

• Must be willing to accomplish other duties as assigned.

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Relocation Assistance Eligible:

No

Work Shift:

3RD SHIFT (United States of America)

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