Packer Opr PR01 - 1st Shift (Kansas City)

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Job Details:

To feed a changing world, it takes an incredible team. From the cutting board to the board room, every Tyson Foods team member plays a key role in our success. That is where you come in. We are hiring immediately for Packer Operators.  

ATTN Prior Tyson Workers:

This location currently at this time is not accepting rehires, candidates who have previously worked for Tyson Foods

Communication with applicants will be attempted through contact information provided on application: via email, phone calls, and SMS messages. Please ensure all contact information is correct and up to date.

REQUIREMENTS: (Experience must be documented on your application)

• Minimum of 3 months of machine or packer operator experience and minimum of 6 months of continuous work in the last 3 years.

JOB DESCRIPTION

POSITION SUMMARY: Food Production - Packer Operator - Full Time - Kansas City, KS

Starting pay: $23.35/HR

This facility is a highly automated meat processing/packaging facility located in Kansas City, KS. This position is responsible for operating machinery to ensure the continuous flow of products through the production process and ensuring proper ingredients/supplies are being used on the line. It is also responsible for monitoring and adjusting machine settings as needed and notifying the supervisor if machines should require maintenance while maintaining a safe work environment and adhering to Tyson policies and procedures. 

RESPONSIBILITIES: (Include, but are not limited to the following)

• Operator Care-Basic lubrication, inspection adjustments, repairs, cleaning (CLAIR LEAN Manufacturing- Contribute to a continuous improvement environment by participating in activities to include line side problem solving.  
• 5S program (Andon System Stoplight)- Contribute to a safe and organized work environment by maintaining a clean and orderly workspace.  
• Perform perfect packaging checks.  
• Safely and efficiently resolve jam ups and equipment malfunctions.  
• Identify material quality defects and take appropriate action.  
• Weigh rework using a floor scale and Human Machine Interface (HMI) workstation.  
• Operate handheld digital scanner.  

FOR ALL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: (The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation)

• Must be willing and able to be exposed to a cold/damp work environment with temperatures ranging from 28-42 degrees.   
• Must be willing and able to lift, push, or carry up to 50 lbs.  
• Must be willing and able to work in a fast-paced environment and requires repetitive motions.  
• Must be willing and able to stand, bend, reach overhead, and twist for extended periods.   
• Must be willing and able to stand 8-12 hours a day on a hard floor.  
• Must be willing and able to perform physical lifting/moving, bending to stock material from inventory location to robotic equipment (Min 25 LBS).  

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.

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