Packaging Associate

Packaging Associate


Company
Tyson Foods
Location
La Crescenta-Montrose, CA
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
2 days ago
Via
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Job Description
Packaging Associate

Job Summary of Packaging Associate:

The job necessitates being versatile in handling a range of tasks and following company policies and protocols.

Job Duties and Responsibilities of Packaging Associate:
• Complete diverse physical tasks as required in a production setting.
• Operate within different departments, ranging from Further Processing to Whole Bird Packaging and other specified areas.
• Execute tasks involving products, with an emphasis on meeting quality and safety standards.
• Engage in activities near cutting implements as specified.
• Fulfill responsibilities on the assembly line under changing conditions, including warmth, coldness, and humidity.
• Comply with all safety measures and company policies to ensure a secure working environment.

Qualifications and Experience of Packaging Associate:
• Competence in handling physically arduous assignments in a fast-moving atmosphere.
• Being prepared to work in diverse temperatures and situations.
• Preference is given to candidates with background in production or manufacturing, although it is not mandatory.

Benefits of Packaging Associate:
• All-encompassing health, dental, and vision insurance policies.
• Financial plans for retirement, inclusive of schemes like the 401(k) with a company match.
• Wage coverage for non-working periods and supplementary payment for specific holidays.
• Schemes offering reduced rates and activities promoting the welfare of employees.

About Company:

The organization is widely recognized for its leading position in the food production sector, marked by a strong commitment to quality, safety, and the welfare of its employees. Through a focus on innovation and excellence, the company fosters a team-based work environment that embraces diversity and supports professional development.

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