Livestock Handler

Relocation Assistance Eligible:

Referral Payout Eligible:

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Management Level:

SUMMARY:

This position is responsible for working with livestock which includes but is not limited to; Driving sorting weighing tattooing marking and penning of livestock while keeping accurate inventories and head counts; Operating the hot-scale and Bio Q; performing light building maintenance and showcase duties when not working with the livestock. This position requires moving hogs safely and effectively with minimum stress to the hog; must follow all humane handling guidelines as per policy; perform any other duties deemed appropriate by the supervisor. All Tyson Team Members are responsible for safety. This includes but is not limited to personal safety and food safety.

Hours: 6:00am - 2:30pm

REQUIREMENTS:

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent preferred. 

Preferred Experience: Prior experience working with and handling livestock in loading and unloading operations as well as experience with skid loaders and forklift operation. Basic experience with livestock handling in a procurement area of the meat industry is preferred. Prior knowledge and experience with humane animal handling procedures process and general policy in the area of procurement is preferred. 

Computer Skills: Basic computer knowledge is preferred. 

Communication Skills: Good communication skills both written and verbal; ability to communicate with all levels of team members and government officials. 

Special Skills: Must be able to work in a very fast paced environment. 

Physical Requirements: Ability to lift 70 pounds or more unassisted and stand for extended periods of time 8 to 10 hours excluding beak time. 

Supervisory Responsibilities: None 

Travel: None

Hours: 6:00am - 2:30pm

INTERNAL REQUIREMENTS 

(Cannot have 6 attendance points or more)

(Cannot have suspension in the last 12 months)

Must submit a resume for consideration.

Priority consideration will be given to applicants at this facility, as well as priority for internal candidates impacted due to plant closure or job elimination.

Work Shift:

Hourly Applicants ONLY -You must complete the task after submitting your application to provide additional information to be considered for employment.

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

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.

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