Slicer Operator - 2nd Shift - (Claryville) Alexandria, KY
On-siteClaryville, Kentucky, United States
Claryville, Kentucky, United StatesOn-siteFull TimeAssociates DegreeAGRICULTUREEnterprise
Full TimeAssociates DegreeEnterpriseAGRICULTURE
Job Summary
Start-up and run the Weber Slicer in the sliced meats department while lifting logs weighing up to 35 lbs. Sanitize the machine before start-up, adjust components and tension, and regulate flow, speed, and temperatures to ensure product quality and weight accuracy. Clean the slicer throughout the shift, clear jams, and report malfunctions to a supervisor. Monitor machine operations to verify conformity with standards and perform minor preventive maintenance as instructed. Work the 2nd shift in a refrigerated environment, standing or walking for 8-12 hours, with ability to work overtime and weekends.
Required Qualifications
- 6 months work history with the same employer
- 6 months of machine operator or forklift experience
- Must be able to lift logs of meat weighing 35 lbs
- Must be able to repeatedly push, pull, lift and carry up to 40 lbs
- Must be able to read and understand manuals, blueprints, plant paperwork, labels, etc
- Must be willing and able to wear proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
- Ability to work overtime and weekends
- Willingness to accommodate shift start time changes
- Must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation
- Must be willing and able to work in wet, humid, cold, and hot environments
- Must be willing and able to work in a refrigerated area with ambient temperature of 40 degrees
- Must be willing and able to walk or stand for 8-12 hours per day on hard floors
- Must be willing and able to work in an environment with the sight and smell of meat products or any other product present when processing meat such as blood, fat, bone, spices
- Certain roles at Tyson require background checks
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