What are the responsibilities and job description for the General Labor (Hiring All Shifts) - Shelbyville, TN Plant - Full-time - AUGUST 2026 position at Tyson Foods?
Job Details:
Your future starts here! We are a global multi protein Company. We take pride in feeding families. Become part of a team that is engaged in the production of food in order to feed the Nation.
Summary
All qualified candidates will be considered for entry-level positions that may be available in the following departments: Evisceration, Debone, Cut- Up, and Labeling/28-degree Room. Candidates may be invited to attend a tour, so they can see the jobs in each department.
Shifts
Production hiring and shift availability are based on current staffing needs. We are looking for flexible candidates ready to work available shifts, including 1st or 2nd shift, as discussed during the hiring process.
Tasks
Job may include but not limited to: Placing the meat (drums, wings, thighs, leg quarters, tenders, etc..) in trays; placing trays in baskets and stacking the baskets up to 6ft high; trimming fillet, pushing racks from one place to another, unstacking baskets, weighing and placing product in a box; other tasks assigned by management. Most jobs may require lifting, pushing, pulling, pinching, grasping, bending, and stooping.
Requirements
Applicants must be 18 years of age. All job offers are based on the conditions that the candidate can provide proof of authorization to work legally in the United States and pass a urinalysis screening which is part of the post-offer health assessment. Applications are only active for the current month in which you applied. Applicant will need to reapply next month and have an active application to be considered for employment.
Benefits Start Day 1!
We offer a full range of benefits and perks including:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Telehealth services
Well-Being Support Programs
FSA and HSA available
401k
Stock Purchase Plan
Company Paid Life Insurance
Short-Term & Long- Term Disability
Fully Funded Education
Discount Program
Relocation Assistance Eligible:
No
Work Shift:
ALL SHIFTS (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.
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.
If you would like to learn more about your data privacy rights and how you may use that information, please read our Job Applicant Privacy Notice here.
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.
Your future starts here! We are a global multi protein Company. We take pride in feeding families. Become part of a team that is engaged in the production of food in order to feed the Nation.
Summary
All qualified candidates will be considered for entry-level positions that may be available in the following departments: Evisceration, Debone, Cut- Up, and Labeling/28-degree Room. Candidates may be invited to attend a tour, so they can see the jobs in each department.
Shifts
Production hiring and shift availability are based on current staffing needs. We are looking for flexible candidates ready to work available shifts, including 1st or 2nd shift, as discussed during the hiring process.
Tasks
Job may include but not limited to: Placing the meat (drums, wings, thighs, leg quarters, tenders, etc..) in trays; placing trays in baskets and stacking the baskets up to 6ft high; trimming fillet, pushing racks from one place to another, unstacking baskets, weighing and placing product in a box; other tasks assigned by management. Most jobs may require lifting, pushing, pulling, pinching, grasping, bending, and stooping.
Requirements
Applicants must be 18 years of age. All job offers are based on the conditions that the candidate can provide proof of authorization to work legally in the United States and pass a urinalysis screening which is part of the post-offer health assessment. Applications are only active for the current month in which you applied. Applicant will need to reapply next month and have an active application 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.
- Accepting rehires: Yes
- Can not have worked with Tyson more than 3 times
- Rehire waiting period: 181 days
Benefits Start Day 1!
We offer a full range of benefits and perks including:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Telehealth services
Well-Being Support Programs
FSA and HSA available
401k
Stock Purchase Plan
Company Paid Life Insurance
Short-Term & Long- Term Disability
Fully Funded Education
Discount Program
Relocation Assistance Eligible:
No
Work Shift:
ALL SHIFTS (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.
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.
If you would like to learn more about your data privacy rights and how you may use that information, please read our Job Applicant Privacy Notice here.
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.