Job Description

This position starts at $14.40/hr. with a shift increase of .35 for second and .50 for third shift.

If you are looking to make an impact in a meaningful way, join us at Tyson Foods where we are raising the worlds expectations for how much good food can do! We create quality products in a safe environment for our team members. We offer great benefits and advancement opportunities. This facility operates five days a week with potential for overtime and produces Taco Shells, Tortilla Chips and Tortillas.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Machine Operator operates machinery for continuous and efficient production of high-quality flour tortillas.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

* COMPLETED LOCKOUT/TAGOUT TRAINING REQUIRED before training or operating line.
* Operates all head side equipment per SOP as defined in the Production Manual.
* Prepares for start-up or shut down of equipment.
* Keeps a legible accurate record as required including Line Operator's Log.
* Stops machine to make required adjustments, following lockout-tagout policy.
* Maintains good manufacturing practices and personal hygiene.
* Keeps department clean and neat.
* Notifies Supervisor and QC of contamination, mechanical or operational issues.
* Must be able to perform the Machine Operators Training Checklist job tasks by the end of the 10-working day trial period.
* Ensure product specifications are met in accordance with customers written specifications.
* Must adhere to all safety policies and operate equipment in a safe manner.
* Responsible for monitoring and reporting any wear and tear on equipment.
* Must have the ability to enter data into the Plant View system.
* MUST ATTEND DAILY END OF SHIFT MEETINGS FOR THEIR SHIFT.
* Abide by all company policies / procedures, written or verbal.
* Work as a team member toward task accomplishments.
* Performs all other tasks as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

* Requires flexibility of wrists and hands.
* Walking, bending, standing and some lifting required.
* Lifting of up to 50 lbs. on a frequent basis.
* Must be able to move heavy objects (100 lbs.) with mechanical device.
* Must be able to perform essential functions of job with or without reasonable accommodation.
* Required to use and read scales and thermometers
* Must be able to use a calculator to figure production yields, scrap yields, and SPC specifications, etc.
* Must be able to read all associated SOPs including Operators Logs, SPC charts, etc.
* Must be able to write production recordings in the Operators Logs and fill out production documentation completely and accurately.
* Must be able to work weekends and overtime as needed.
* Applicant must have 3 months of continuous machine operator experience.
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Selection Criteria

This position is slated for current Tyson applicants. Priority consideration will be provided to these applicants first. If an internal (Tyson employee) applicant is not selected, external applicants will then be reviewed for consideration.

Work Shift:

2ND SHIFT (United States of America)

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Tyson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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.

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