Certain roles at Tyson require background checks. If you are offered a position that requires a background check you will be provided additional documentation to complete once an offer has been extended. Job Details: ATTN Prior Tyson Workers: Candidates who have previously worked for Tyson will have a minimum rehire waiting period of 365 days and are limited to 3 times of employment. 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: * Must have 6 month work experience listed on application (can be multiple employers but must add up to 6 months) * Prefer 3 month of Forklift Experience PREFERRED SKILLS: * Experience in a manufacturing setting preferred * RF Scanner experience preferred JOB DESCRIPTION POSITION SUMMARY: Food Production - Forklift Operator - Full Time - 8300 96th Avenue Zeeland, MI 49464 These positions start at $21.55/HR (with $1/HR shift premium for 2nd and 3rd shift positions) These positions are responsible for ensuring all materials are transported and/or unloaded in a timely manner while maintaining a safe work environment and adhering to Tyson policies and procedures. These positions could work in any department of this meat processing facility include Shipping, Receiving, or Production. Forklift positions include extended run, forklift operator, order selector operator, and yard driver operator. 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. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: * Must be willing and able to lift up to 40 lbs * The Team Member will stand, walk, bend, squat, stretch, climb, push, pull and reach as required in all areas * The Team Member will stand 8-10 hours on hard floors * The Team Member will perform repetitive motions as required in many areas * The Team Member will work in a cold, damp environment * The Team Member will work on slippery walking surfaces Relocation Assistance Eligible: No Work Shift: 2ND 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. 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. If you would like to learn more about your data privacy rights and how you may use that information, please read our Job Applicant Privacy Notice here. Unsolicited Assistance: Tyson Foods and its subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited support from external recruitment vendors for open positions within the United States. Any resumes or candidate profiles submitted by recruitment vendors or headhunters to any employee or applicant tracking system at Tyson Foods or its subsidiaries, without a valid written request and search agreement approved by HR, will be considered the property of Tyson Foods. No fees will be paid if the candidate is hired due to an unsolicited referral.
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