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Job Details:

Location: Vicksburg, MS (Ceres Facility)

Position: Lead

Work Shift:   1st Shift

Pay Grade: PR05 - $17.30

Shift Pay: no

SUMMARY:

This position is responsible for the following but not limited to:

• Assisting the Supervisor in coordination of the daily responsibilities of the department by ensuring the Supervisor’s instructions are communicated to the team members and carried out timely and correctly.
• Ensuring the presets of machinery are accurate for the product type as well as through-put of product and meeting daily out-put pounds required.
• Monitor all equipment to insure it is working properly and notify the supervisor of any needed maintenance while maintaining a safe work environment and adhering to Tyson policies and procedures.
• Placement of Team Members at the start of each shift
• Rotate Team Members throughout each shift
• Ensuring all lines are kept supplied with product
• This will position will require standing, walking, bending, stretching, climbing, pushing, pulling, stooping and the ability to climb ladders.

Required Skills:

• Must possess skills to complete Tyson paperwork
• Ability to lead by example and motivate the hourly workforce
• Good problem identification and problem-solving skills
• Math and organizational skills
• Ability to read and interpret product specifications
• Must function well under stress
• Must have flexibility to work where and when needed. Position may involve heavy lifting 50-70 lbs. or more.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Experience:   Six (6) months prior poultry experience

Safety: Must be able to understand and agree to follow Safety Rules.

Computer Skills:  Basic computer skills with knowledge in Word and Excel
Communication Skills:  Good interpersonal and communication skills are
critical

Rehire Consideration:

• 365 day (1 year) waiting period
• Max of two previous Tyson employments to be consider for hire

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. 

** Team Members currently working at this facility will be considered first for this position

Relocation Assistance Eligible:

No

Work Shift:

1ST SHIFT (United States of America)

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.

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