Utility/Ingredient Rail Operator

Job Details:

Pay is $18.20 per hour PLUS an additional $2.00 per hour shift differential.

Schedule: Friday through Monday 2PM to 9PM. Weekend (6 & 7 Day) work required, as needed.
Must be able to understand labels, read recipes, follow instructions, and communicate effectively.
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The supervisor will conduct interviews and will choose the best candidate at their discretion.

*CANDIDATES THAT HAVE WORKED FOR TYSON FOODS OR TYSON AFFILIATES 3 OR MORE TIMES WILL NOT BE ELIGIBLE FOR REHIRE.

*REHIRES ARE SUBJECT TO A 91 DAY WAIT PERIOD.

MUST HAVE 6 MONTHS WORK HISTORY in the last 12 months documented within your application’s work history and/or resume. Can be a combination of employers as long as it is within the past 12 months or your application will not be reviewed.

MUST PERFORM OTHER DUTIES AS TASKED BY ADMINISTRATION.

JOB DETAILS: Team member will need to be able to have:

1. Ability to operate a locomotive/trackmobile to move rail cars by following established procedures and/or specifications. Work and perform all the functions of the Control Room Panel -Batching operator.
2. Ability to coordinate activities such as switching cars from one track to another, coupling railcars together, and/or clearances.
3. Ability to handle switches and hand brakes in accordance with company programs.
4. Ability to walk the length of the track to monitor track conditions and report any irregularities to management.
5. Ability to accurately record data/Dispatch
6.  Ability be able to operate scales and document incoming ingredients through the ticketing system
7.  Ability to operate equipment to unload feed ingredients and route to appropriate storage silo
8.  Ability to obtain and run quality analysis on required incoming ingredients
9.  Ability to lift and use hand tools to assist in unloading of ingredients
10. Ability to perform minor maintenance duties using hand tools
11. Ability to work in hot, dry, dusty, wet and cold environments. Heavy exposure to ingredient dust and inclement weather.
12. Ability to work holidays, weekends, and flexible hours as required based on demand scheduling
13. Ability to work in elevated areas and follow all safety procedures
14. Able to sign and abide by the Company Biosecurity Guidelines including an agreement to avoid any avian species  
15. Maintain good housekeeping including service areas and grounds keeping.
16. Communicate to all levels of Operations including Customers and Vendors both orally and in writing where required
17. Follow and Operate within all Tyson Health and Safety protocols
18. Able to Lift up to 60 lbs. and/or up to 100 lbs with assistance
19. Stand, Sit, Walk, Climb Ladder/Stairs with the ability to sustain physical activity throughout the day.
20. Complete all other tasks assigned by management.

Relocation Assistance Eligible:

No

Work Shift:

2ND SHIFT (United States of America)

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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.

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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