Yard Driver 3rd Shift
@ Tyson Foods

Caseyville, IL
$40,248
On Site
Full Time
Posted 22 days ago

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Overview

The Yard Driver 3rd Shift position at Tyson Foods in Caseyville, IL is a role focused on safely moving trailers, assisting with material handling, and supporting shipping/receiving operations.

Job Details

  • Background checks are required for some roles.
  • Currently, the Caseyville location does not accept rehires.
  • Starting pay is $19.35/hr with potential overtime.
  • This is a third shift role at a facility undergoing major expansion.

Facility Expansion

Tyson Foods is investing $181 million to add 7 new state of the art production lines to supplement 4 existing lines. The facility, a flagship of the Prepared Foods division, produces Jimmy Dean and Hillshire branded products using automated warehousing and robotics.

Position Summary

This role is responsible for moving trailers in and out of loading areas and assisting in the warehouse with material handling and shipping/receiving responsibilities.

Physical & Operational Requirements

  • Must have a valid driver’s license at all times.
  • Experience with powered industrial trucks is required.
  • Ability to operate tractors and move trailers safely in a confined yard is essential.
  • Excellent night vision required.

Education and Experience

  • One-year of relevant trailer spotting experience.
  • Six months of pallet jack/forklift experience preferred.
  • CDL is preferred but not required.

Key skills/competency

  • Trailer spotting
  • Forklift operation
  • Material handling
  • Night vision
  • Driver’s license
  • Safety compliance
  • Physical stamina
  • Warehouse operations
  • Time management
  • Teamwork
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How to Get Hired at Tyson Foods

🎯 Tips for Getting Hired

  • Customize your resume: Highlight relevant trailer and forklift experience.
  • Research Tyson Foods: Understand their expansion and production focus.
  • Emphasize safety skills: Provide examples of safe material handling.
  • Prepare for background checks: Gather necessary documentation.

📝 Interview Preparation Advice

Technical Preparation

Review forklift certification procedures.
Practice trailer maneuvering techniques.
Study industrial truck safety standards.
Brush up on material handling protocols.

Behavioral Questions

Describe past trailer spotting success.
Explain safe teamwork in challenging conditions.
Discuss adaptability in fast-paced settings.
Share conflict resolution experiences in logistics.

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