Initial Grinder Opr PR05

Relocation Assistance Eligible:

Referral Payout Eligible:

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Management Level:

This position is slated for team members who are currently working at this facility or complex only. Team members interested in transferring into this position from another Tyson facility should express interest through their local HR Partner." The team member is required to assemble all required equipment for the grinding operation to include installing screws in the grinders and locking down the collars which requires moving a 450 pound screw and then installing the 50 pound grinder head and tightening it with a 20lb wrench. This operation has to be performed each time a teardown is required, normally 3 times a shift. This portion of the job demands a very physical approach. At the beginning of the shift all screw augers will have to be assembled and the auger covers which have to be installed are approximately 40lbs each.   During the shift the operator will record all combo weights and total weights to communicate fills to supervisors and leads continuously through out the day.  Operator will also monitor metal detection equipment and document results for Quality Assurance in shop tool software 3 times daily.  Operator has to enter product codes and weights into HMI screen for batch documentation, while inspecting meat prior to the Initial Grinder by turning cuts of meat before grinding and visually inspecting for foreign objects.  If a jam occurs the operator will clear jams on conveyor system with pitch fork by removing meat from behind the metal detector and plow as needed.  Operators will also assist with LBT grinding and dumping as needed for breaks or during absenteeism which consist of removing cardboard box from frozen trim and LBT and dumping the 60 lb blocks, 23 times per batch for LBT and 70 lb blocks of trim 7 times (blocks) per batch.

Tasks

 The team member must keep pace with the line.  The standard production rate is 22 fills per day, or approx. 130,000 lbs per day.

Bending: Forward flexion of 10 - 50 degrees is sometimes required.

Lifting: Occasional lifting of up to 70 pounds is required to handle equipment and product throughout the day.  Both hands are required to perform this job.

Push / Pull: Frequent push/pull with moderate force with one or both hands is required.

Reaching: Constant reaching of up to 30 inches with occasional side reaching with one or both hands is required.

Grasping: Occasional pinch and/or power gripping with one or both hands is required.

Standing: The team member stands during the entire shift.  There is sufficient knee and toe clearance. 

Force: Occasional moderate to heavy force with both hands is needed when setting up and tearing down. 

Requirements

To be considered for position, Team Member must possess the following:

Must have successfully completed probationary period

Must have excellent attendance record (6 points or less) and maintain 9 points or less

Excellent Safety record, must not have a disciplinary action resulting in Suspension in the last 12 months.

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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