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TYSON FOODS -WILKESBORO FRESH PLANT: 1st Shift General Labor PR01

Tyson Foods
Wilkesboro Plant - Wilkesboro, North Carolina, United States, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 4 Aug 2026
💰 $34,000/yr

About the role

Job Details:

Pay is $17.10 per hour.           

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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 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. 

 

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 

 

Fresh Plant Environment Expectations 

Work directly with raw, in-process, or packaged fresh product 

Adhere to strict food safety, sanitation, and contamination prevention standards 

Wear required PPE, including gloves, aprons, hairnets, and protective footwear 

Work in temperature-controlled environments, including cold, wet, or humid conditions.

 

Skills and Competencies 

Ability to follow written and verbal instructions 

Strong attention to detail and safety 

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment 

Basic communication skills 

Ability to work independently and as part of a team 

Strong commitment to safety, food safety, and quality 

 

Physical Demands and Work Requirements 

Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the shift 

Ability to bend, stoop, reach, twist, and perform repetitive motions 

Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials as required 

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds with or without assistance 

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Tyson Foods

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