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Packer Operator - 3rd Shift - Kansas City, KS

Tyson Foods
Kansas, KS Full Time
POSTED ON 4/13/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/8/2026
Job Details:

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Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY: Food Production - Packer Machine Operator - Full-Time

REQUIREMENT:

Applicant must have 3 months of experience with any employer.

This position is responsible for operating machinery to ensure the continuous flow of products through the production process and ensuring proper ingredients/supplies are being used on the line. It is also responsible for monitoring and adjusting machine settings as needed and notifying the supervisor if machines should require maintenance while maintaining a safe work environment and adhering to Tyson policies and procedures.

RESPONSIBILITIES: (Include, but are not limited to the following)

  • Operator Care- Basic lubrication, inspection, adjustments, repairs, cleaning (CLAIR LEAN Manufacturing- Contribute to a continuous improvement environment by participating in activities to include line side problem solving. 
  • 5S program (Andon System Stoplight)- Contribute to a safe and organized work environment by maintaining a clean and orderly workspace. 
  • Physical lifting/moving, bending to stock material from inventory location to robotic equipment (Min 25 LBS). 
  • Perform perfect packaging checks. 
  • Safely and efficiently resolve jams and equipment malfunctions. 
  • Identify material quality defects and take appropriate action. 
  • Weigh rework using a floor scale and Human Machine Interface (HMI) workstation. 
  • Operate handheld digital scanner. 



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.

  • Must be willing and able to be exposed to a cold/damp work environment with temperatures ranging from 28-42 degrees.  
  • Must be willing and able to lift, push, or carry up to 50 lbs. 
  • Must be willing and able to work in a fast-paced environment and requires repetitive motions. 
  • Must be willing and able to stand, bend, reach overhead, and twist for extended periods.  
  • Must be willing and able to stand 8-12 hours a day on a hard floor. 

LOCATION NOT ACCEPTING REHIRES.

Relocation Assistance Eligible:

No

Work Shift:

3RD SHIFT (United States of America)

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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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