TYSON FOODS -WILKESBORO FRESH PLANT: 1st Shift Stacker Labor PR04

Tyson Foods · Wilkesboro Plant - Wilkesboro, North Carolina

Job Details:

Pay is $18:30 per hour.
CLOCK IN is approximately 7:15AM

*** BENEFITS START DAY ONE ***
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
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The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.
REHIRES ARE SUBJECT TO A 91 DAY WAIT PERIOD, determined from their last date of employment, to apply for FRESH PLANT.
CANDIDATES THAT HAVE WORKED FOR TYSON FOODS OR TYSON AFFILIATES 3 OR MORE TIMES WILL NOT BE ELIGIBLE FOR REHIRE.

MUST PERFORM OTHER DUTIES AS TASKED BY ADMINISTRATION.
MUST BE SAFE AND OBSERVE ALL OF TYSONS POLICIES AND PROCEDURES.

Stacker Labor

Job Description Summary

The Stacker Labor employee is responsible for stacking, organizing, and preparing packaged product for palletizing and further processing. This position supports continuous product flow, packaging efficiency, and workplace safety while maintaining compliance with Tyson policies, food safety standards, and procedures in a fresh food manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

Stack packaged product onto pallets or designated staging areas according to specifications

Ensure proper stacking patterns, alignment, and stability of product loads

Monitor product flow to prevent backups, damage, or mis-stacking

Remove damaged or defective packages from the line and report issues

Maintain clean and organized work areas around stacking and palletizing stations

Assist with pallet changes, slip sheets, and load preparation

Follow all food safety, sanitation, and hygiene requirements

Comply with OSHA regulations and Tyson safety policies

Use proper lifting techniques and safe material-handling practices

Communicate effectively with line operators and supervisors

Perform other duties as assigned

Fresh Plant Environment Expectations

Work directly with packaged fresh product in temperature-controlled environments

Adhere to strict food safety, sanitation, and contamination prevention standards

Wear required PPE, including gloves, hairnets, and protective footwear

Work in cold, wet, or humid conditions typical of a fresh plant environment

Education and Experience Requirements

Education:

High School diploma or equivalent preferred

Experience:

Prior production, packaging, or stacking experience preferred

Experience in food manufacturing or fresh plant operations a plus

Skills and Competencies

Ability to follow stacking patterns and instructions accurately

Strong attention to detail and consistency

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Basic communication skills

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Strong commitment to safety and food safety standards

Physical Demands and Work Requirements

Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the shift

Ability to bend, reach, twist, and perform repetitive motions

Ability to lift, carry, and stack product as required

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds with or without assistance

Ability to work in cold, wet, or humid conditions typical of a fresh plant environment

Work Schedule

Must be available to work assigned shifts

Overtime, weekends, and holidays may be required based on production needs

Safety and Compliance Commitment

The Stacker Labor employee is expected to maintain a safe work environment and comply with Tyson policies, food safety requirements, OSHA regulations, and plant procedures. This role is essential to maintaining packaging efficiency, load stability, and safe production operations at the Plant.

Relocation Assistance Eligible:

Work Shift:

1ST SHIFT (United States of America)

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The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

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Warehouse pay context

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