Machine Operator - Manufacturing Full Time Newbern TN 38059 KP Maintenance Operator/KP Chub Packaging

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This position starts at $15.65/hr. with a shift increase for second and third shift and potential for overtime. We have open positions for first shift.

If you are looking to make an impact in a meaningful way, join us at Tyson Foods where we are raising the world’s expectations for how much good food can do! We create quality products in a safe environment for our team members. We offer great benefits and steady work. This facility operates five days a week and produces Sausage Patties, Sausage Links and Roll Sausage.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Responsible for preventative maintenance and assisting maintenance personnel in repair of KP machines, while also adhering to good safety practices, food safety policies, and company policies.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Responsible for setting KP machine, clamping, gather, code dating, diameter and registration.

Sending chub to chiller as well as checking weights, registration, and roll codes.

Set up/tear down of KP machines for production.

Changing film up to 60 lbs as needed.

Responsible for strip outs and defective chubs.

Responsible for draining water from bottom of KPs.

Responsible for minor machine repairs when problems arrive, if possible.

Informing qualified maintenance person in identifying problem with machine.

Responsible on weekends for greasing all machines, oil all rollers, greasing motor pumps, adding oil to gear boxes, adding oil to all air oilers and assisting maintenance with major repairs in KP department.

Must follow all SSOP and HACCP guidelines.

Must be willing and able to work cycles in less than 30 seconds.

Must be willing and able to work on and around machinery and chemicals.

Perform various other tasks as assigned by Leadperson, Supervisor or Superintendent.

Management will appoint a trained designee to fill in for absentees and vacancies.

ALL employees are responsible for upholding principles of SQF 2000.

Familiar with the safe operation of production line conveyor equipment.

Must be willing and able to communicate effectively with company employees and all levels of management.

Must be willing to pinch/grip product and place into specified location.

REQUIREMENTS:

Basic Math Skills and ability to become certified in Lock Out tag Out Program.

Must be willing and able to work in temperatures less than or equal to 35 degrees Fahrenheit temperature for minimum of 8 hours.

Must be willing and able to lift/carry up to 50 pounds.

Must be willing and able to perform the following task for periods of 8 hours on concrete floor, some of which may include but is not limited to bending, twisting, reaching, standing, stooping, walking, climbing, and lifting.

Must have a minimum of 6 months cumulative industrial maintenance experience or equivalent training.

Internal: Must not have more than 5 attendance occurrences. Must not have a disciplinary suspension on file in the past 6 months. Must be in your current position for a minimum of six (6) months unless this job is a higher class than you currently hold.

Internal/External*If the TM awarded this position reaches 5 attendance occurrences while holding this position, they will be automatically disqualified from their position and will be moved to labor pool within the department. They will then have 60 days in which to bid out of Labor Pool. *Must have a minimum of 6 months cumulative industrial maintenance experience or equivalent training.

Tyson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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.

Work Shift:

1ST SHIFT (United States of America)

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Tyson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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.

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Our team members make the difference. If you are ready to grow your career with an industry leader and want to positively impact the team and community around you, then join us in helping us in raising expectations.Join us on the journey.

At Tyson, we are raising expectations for how much good people can do. Our Talent Strategy is to Attract, Grow, Reward and Retain the best talent, and we believe that our Culture is the connecting thread that drives that strategy!

We strive to be a talent magnet to establish a reputation for being a talent rich organization where team members can grow their career while growing the business.

We are a high performing organization where team members are rewarded (Pay, Benefits and Recognition) for their contributions, and given the opportunity to support and/or volunteer with programs that help Tyson make a lasting social impact in the communities where we live and work.

To learn more about our culture, please read Our Purpose (http://www.tysonfoods.com/who-we-are/our-story/purpose-values) .

Tyson Foods, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you are unable to apply for career opportunities through use of this site due to an impairment or disability, please contact (479) 290-5000 for further assistance.

Company info

Tyson Foods, Inc.
Website : https://www.tysonfoods.com/