Grinder Operator, Preblend - 1st Shift - New London, WI

Job Description

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Job Details :

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.

Benefits Effective Day 1!

Position Summary :

This position will be responsible for operating the grinders, mixers and powerlifts.

Responsibilities :

Follow computer generated formulations step by step.

Scale and grind meats producing up to 10 preblends / hour.

Empty mixers into two vats, each weighing approximately 2900 pounds.

Move vats, weighing approximately 2900 pounds of product, from under mixer to staging area.

Level tanks, keep the floor clean at all times, and follow general housekeeping duties.

Use the computer-generated formulator for specific meat types to hit correct fat percentage for blends (once every 3 minutes).

Complete SAP functions with issuing meat prior to additions. (complete for one blend every 6 minutes).

Complete grinder head checks.

Complete all necessary paperwork.

Comply with all safety, food safety, GMP and SQF requirements.

Perform all positions of job rotation as needed.

Perform any other work as assigned by management.

Additional Responsibilities :

Ability and willingness to perform basic math functions (i.e. :   addition, subtraction, multiplication, division).

Ability and willingness to work overtime and / or weekends as needed.

Ability and willingness to scan or input into computer system, all product film, boxes, casings, clips, and ingredients for all daily product runs, including change overs.

Ability and willingness to follow formulations on the computer and accurately record and report food safety or product information.

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.

Ability and willingness to push / pull / lift with arms below waist / at shoulder / above shoulder level 20 pounds or greater frequently.

Ability and willingness to lift / carry / lower more than 40 pounds with back and legs.

Ability and willingness to push 2900 pounds (with assistance).

Ability and willingness to use rapid mental / muscular coordination simultaneously.

Ability and willingness to flex / grip with hand / wrist frequently.

Ability and willingness to stand / walk / climb / bend for up to 10 hours.

Ability and willingness to work on elevated platforms and workstations.

Ability and willingness to work in wet conditions and cold temperatures at 35 degrees.

Preferred Skills :

Machine Operator experience preferred

Experience in a manufacturing setting preferred

RF Scanner experience preferred

Requirements :

3 months of work history with the same employer

LOCATION IS NOT ACCEPTING REHIRES

Relocation Assistance Eligible :

No

Work Shift :

1ST 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.

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