Knife Sharpener Operator (1st Shift) - Tyson of Rogers

Tyson Foods
Arkansas
Workplace: OnsiteFull timeUSD 17.3 - 17.3 hourlyFunction: Manufacturing & Production OperationsSkills: ["Attention to detail","Safety consciousness","Communication","Record-keeping","Follow instructions"]

Operate knife sharpening equipment to produce safe, precise knife edges that meet quality and safety standards. Use an Anago knife tester to verify sharpness, identify out-of-spec knives, and maintain knife inventory and detailed dispensing records. Distribute knives to production areas, sanitize returned knives, and follow PPE and workplace safety protocols around heavy machinery. Perform routine cleaning/maintenance and report equipment issues to the supervisor.

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Tyson Foods
Tyson Foods
3 days ago

Knife Sharpener Operator (1st Shift) - Tyson of Rogers

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Job Summary

Operate knife sharpening equipment to produce safe, precise knife edges that meet quality and safety standards. Use an Anago knife tester to verify sharpness, identify out-of-spec knives, and maintain knife inventory and detailed dispensing records. Distribute knives to production areas, sanitize returned knives, and follow PPE and workplace safety protocols around heavy machinery. Perform routine cleaning/maintenance and report equipment issues to the supervisor.
Location: Arkansas
Workplace: Onsite
Employment Type: Full time
Job Function: Manufacturing & Production Operations
Seniority: Entry level

Key Responsibilities

  • •Set up and operate knife sharpening equipment to achieve a high-quality, precise edge.
  • •Use the Anago knife tester to perform sharpness tests before and after use and confirm knives meet specified sharpness ranges.
  • •Collect, count, and manage knife inventory each shift; distribute knives to production areas and maintain dispensing records.
  • •Adhere to safety protocols including PPE, remain aware of moving equipment, handle sharp tools carefully, and clean/sanitize returned knives.
  • •Verify routine cleaning and maintenance of sharpening equipment and report malfunctions or issues to the supervisor promptly.

Pay and Benefits

Salary: USD 17.3 hourly
Perks:Paid Leave401kHealth InsuranceLife InsuranceDentalVisionPrescription Drug

Key Requirements

  • •6 months of work experience in the last year.
  • •Previous manufacturing/production environment experience preferred; familiarity with knife sharpening or machine operation is a plus.
  • •Meticulous attention to detail for quality control, record-keeping, and safety.
  • •Strong safety consciousness with constant awareness of hazards and ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
  • •Ability to stand for extended periods, perform repetitive tasks, and lift up to 25 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation.
Experience:ManufacturingProduction environment
Skills:Attention to detailSafety consciousnessCommunicationRecord-keepingFollow instructions

Company Brief

Tyson Foods
Tyson Foods is a global food company that produces and markets chicken, beef, and pork products, along with prepared foods and packaged protein brands for retail and foodservice customers.
Industry: Food Production
Company Size: Enterprise (1,001+ employees)
Revenue: USD 1B+
Growth: Public Company
Valuation: Public Company (Market Cap in USD)
Funding: IPO / Publicly Listed
Headquarters: Springdale, United States
Founded: 1935
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