What are the responsibilities and job description for the Rack Pusher Labor PR02 position at Tyson Foods?
Job Details:
Job Title: Rack Pusher
Department: Cut / Trim / Slicing
Position Summary
The Rack Pusher is responsible for safely moving product racks from the stack-off area to the yield scale and other designated areas within the production floor. This role ensures accurate product handling, proper communication with the Yield Scale Operator, and supports overall production flow while maintaining Tyson Foods safety, quality, and productivity standards.
Key Responsibilities
Relocation Assistance Eligible:
No
Work Shift:
1ST 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.
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.
Job Title: Rack Pusher
Department: Cut / Trim / Slicing
Position Summary
The Rack Pusher is responsible for safely moving product racks from the stack-off area to the yield scale and other designated areas within the production floor. This role ensures accurate product handling, proper communication with the Yield Scale Operator, and supports overall production flow while maintaining Tyson Foods safety, quality, and productivity standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Transport full racks from stack-off area to the yield scale for weighing.
- Communicate correct product codes to the Yield Scale Operator.
- Push racks into blast tunnels and other designated areas.
- Assist Rack & Wheel Movers as needed.
- Move racks to rework areas when required.
- Follow all plant procedures for starting and ending shifts.
- Maintain awareness of surroundings to ensure safety.
- Follow all Tyson Foods safety policies and procedures.
- Push racks from behind; do not pull.
- Stay alert to pedestrian traffic and moving equipment.
- Never place hands in running equipment.
- Use proper tools to clear clogs and jams.
- Work with team members when moving racks over hazardous areas.
- Exposure to high noise levels.
- Wet and slippery floors.
- Frequent pushing of heavy racks.
- Work around moving equipment and production lines.
- Hearing protection
- Hard hat or bump cap
- Slip-resistant, steel-toed footwear
- Safety glasses (as required)
- Hairnet and additional PPE as required
- No specialized training required.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong attention to safety and detail.
- Ability to communicate effectively.
- Ability to perform physically demanding tasks.
- Frequent standing, walking, and pushing of racks.
- Ability to lift and maneuver heavy equipment.
- Repetitive motion throughout shift.
- 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
- Day Care facility on site
- Sponsorship is not offered for this position and applicant must reside in the United States.
Relocation Assistance Eligible:
No
Work Shift:
1ST 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.
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.