May - Shelbyville Live Receiving Hanger - FT (1st Shift)

Tyson Foods

Posted 2 months ago

Full Time

Shelbyville, Tennessee

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The employee is responsible for hanging live chickens onto an overhead shackle line at a fast pace while ensuring animal welfare. Additional duties include maintaining safety and hygiene standards in a challenging environment and performing other tasks as assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications

You are able to perform the physical requirements of the job, including standing for 8 hours, lifting 5-10 pounds, and working in a fast-paced, potentially adverse environment. You can accurately hang at least 28 birds per minute while adhering to all safety and hygiene procedures.

Job Description

Job Details:

--    Stand approximately 8 hrs per day while hanging birds onto an overhead shackle line. 
¬    Use two hands, to grasp live chicken by the legs, taking care not to bruise the chicken or break any parts.
¬    Lift the chicken and turn it upside down with the breast facing away
¬    Ability to hang at least 28 birds per minute that weigh approximately 5-10 pounds
¬    Wear all required safety equipment
¬    Any other duties assigned by the supervisor
¬    Must be able to work at a fast pace for the entire shift
¬    Must be able to work flexible hours and some weekends as production requires
¬    Must be able to work in a cold, hot, damp and dusty environment
¬    Must observe all required hygiene & safety procedures at all times
¬    Must be able to stand for the entire shift
¬    The job requires repetitive bending, lifting, twisting, & turning
¬    Must comply with all policies and rules
¬    Must be able to work in a dim and ultraviolet fluorescent light
¬    Must be able to work around a minimum amount of dust and or ammonia from live birds

Must be able to perform other duties within the department as required
 

Requirements: 
The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.
 “Team members interested in transferring into this position from another Tyson facility should express interest through their local HR Partner.”

Benefits Start Day 1!

We offer a full range of benefits and perks including:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Telehealth services
Well-Being Support Programs
FSA and HSA available
401k
Stock Purchase Plan
Company Paid Life Insurance
Short-Term & Long- Term Disability
Fully Funded Education
Discount Program

REHIRE CRITERIA:
365 DAYS WAITING PERIOD TERMINATE DATE, 3 TIMES RULE (CANDIDATE NOT ELIGIBLE IF WORK FOR TYSON 3 TIMES ALREADY

Relocation Assistance Eligible:

No

Work Shift:

1ST SHIFT (United States of America)

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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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Tyson Foods

The story of Tyson Foods is rooted in hard work, humility and purpose. We are a world-class food company and recognized leader in protein. Our mission is to bring high-quality food to every table in the world, safely, sustainably and affordably, now and for future generations.
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