Job Details:

High Lift Operator

D Shift - Friday - Sunday 18:00-06:00 (+3.00 Weekend + $0.50 Night)

Additional Notice:

Ottawa FW does not accept rehires at this time

If you are looking to make an impact on a meaningful scale, come join us as we raise the 

world's expectations of what good food can do! 

Safety is always FIRST with Tyson Foods and at Tyson all Team Members are expected to 

practice safety standards, policies, and procedures. As part of our ongoing commitment to safety, we provide all Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) and Boot Reimbursement after completing your probationary period! 

Summary 

This position requires pulling down and putting away pallets in the warehouse rack system using a hi-lift forklift. 

Qualifications:

• Must have 6 Months forklift experience with a single Employer is required within the last 3 years. No Gaps in employment greater than 6 months within the last 3 years.
• Cold storage experience is Preferred
• 3 months stand up forklift is Preferred.

• Need full range of motion of arms, wrists, elbows, shoulders, neck, all digits, and legs. Must be able to stand for extended periods of time with a sense of balance.   

• Must be able to push, pull, bend, stoop, squat, and carry (70) lbs or more up to (120) lbs. 

• May work with corrective lenses if vision problems.   

• May be provided PPE for additional hearing protection as needed.   

• Must pass post offer health assessment and drug screening.  

Responsibilities 

• Move product through the warehouse in a safe and efficient manner.  

• Pick and place pallets accurately and within Tyson Guidelines to avoid dumps or askew pallets.  

• Remove plastic wrap on occasion prior to depositing pallets. 

• Communicate effectively and timely to leadership as you encounter difficulties or discrepancies.  

• Follow all safety and policy procedures as set forth by Tyson Foods. 

• Other duties include ensuring that all product quality, authenticity and legality procedures are followed and completing Annual Food Defense Training.  

• Ensure safety processes are being followed consistently promoting a safe work environment and performing other responsibilities as needed. 

• Clean as you go throughout your work shift.  

• Other duties as assigned. 

Environment 

• Team members may spend extended times in damp and cold environments with temperatures ranging from 10 to 30 degrees Fahrenheit. (Up to 12 hours) 

• We provide a catalog of Hi-Vis selections from Refrigewear to choose what PPE you wish to have. We will cover 50% of the cost for all PPE, except for boots, your half will be payroll deducted.  

• Boots will be paid for up to $100, team members must wear either steel or composite toe boots that conform to ANSI 75lbs or more PSI rating with a slip resistant sole that covers the ankles. (Composite toe preferred).  

• Standing or walking up to 100% of the time. 

• Team members will spend up to 100% of their working time on a powered industrial truck (PIT) and will frequently mount and dismount throughout their work shift. 

Additional Notices 

This location does not accept Rehires.  

Proficiency in reading and writing.

ability to complete on-the-job paperwork and effectively communicate across all management levels




Relocation Assistance Eligible:

No

Work Shift:

D Shift (United States of America)

Pay Range/Rate:

$23.10

Incentives:

NoNo

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Any listed amounts represent the base pay range. Additional compensation may be available for this position based on various factors such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonuses. Pay is just one part of Tyson’s total compensation package.

Tyson will develop an offer based on a candidate's or team member’s relevant skills and capabilities, the market data for the role described in this requisition, internal equity, and other information relevant to the candidate and role.

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.

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