General Production Labor

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General Production Labor

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 

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 

Ability to work in cold, wet, or humid conditions typical of a fresh plant environment 

Work Schedule

Must be available to work assigned shifts 

Overtime, weekends, and holidays may be required based on production needs 

Safety and Compliance Commitment

The General Production Labor employee is expected to maintain a safe work environment and strictly comply with Tyson policies, food safety requirements, OSHA regulations, and plant procedures. This role is essential to supporting daily production operations and maintaining efficient, safe, and compliant operations at the Plant. 




Relocation Assistance Eligible:

No

Work Shift:

ALL SHIFTS (United States of America)

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