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2nd Shift Optix Trimmer (Machine Opr PR11) - Waverly, NE

Tyson Foods
Waverly, NE Full Time
POSTED ON 6/4/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/3/2026
Job Details:

Pay: $18.60/hr

External Requirement: Must have 6 months work history. 3-months operator experience preferred.

Rehire Consideration: Maximum of two previous Tyson Employments and a 90 day (3 months) waiting period to be considered.

SUMMARY: Responsible for ensuring packaging equipment is used and maintained in a proper and orderly manner consistent with company standards

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSBILITIES:

  • Follow proper company safety standards and report any/all non-compliance immediately to area supervisor, including proper stretching/ergonomic programs as specified.
  • Training and compliance with Company Finished Product Specifications (FPS).
  • Training and compliance with Company Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
  • Control and assurance of proper lot ID item production based on specified production plan.
  • Ensure required production and efficiency goals are gathered, verified and met for shift.
  • Communicate progress to goal consistently during the shift to relevant area supervisor and line/area associates.
  • Maintain area waste prevention measures and ensure a clean working area at all times throughout the shift.
  • Control and reduce product downgrades (“fallout”).
  • All other duties assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Demonstrate excellent attendance and punctuality
  • Must be able to read product label by numbers
  • Ability to carry out essential duties and responsibilities efficiently, within safety guidelines
  • Ability to wear, use and maintain personal protective equipment
  • Ability to follow safety policies and procedures

Physical Requirements / Environment:

  • Stand/Walk: Continuously (up to 4 hours before 1st break)
  • Lift/Carry: Continuously (20 – 50 lbs.)
  • Simple/Firm Grasping: Frequently
  • Other Physical Requirements:
  • Bend/stoop, squat, reach above shoulder (up to 1 ft.): Occasional
  • Environment: Continuously - Working around moving machinery, working in a cold, slippery and damp environment (28-34 degrees F).

Relocation Assistance Eligible:

No

Work Shift:

2ND SHIFT (United States of America)

Certain roles at Tyson require background checks. If you are offered a position that requires a background check you will be provided additional documentation to complete once an offer has been extended.

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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Unsolicited Assistance: Tyson Foods and its subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited support from external recruitment vendors for open positions within the United States. Any resumes or candidate profiles submitted by recruitment vendors or headhunters to any employee or applicant tracking system at Tyson Foods or its subsidiaries, without a valid written request and search agreement approved by HR, will be considered the property of Tyson Foods. No fees will be paid if the candidate is hired due to an unsolicited referral.

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