Tyson Foods’ New Poultry Complex in Humboldt, Tennessee Begins Hiring Hourly Team Members
Hourly Rates for General Production Positions Start Between $15-$20
HUMBOLDT, TENN. – February 10, 2021 – Tyson Foods, Inc. today began hiring hourly production workers today for its Humboldt, Tennessee poultry complex that is scheduled to begin operations this spring.
The company held a grand opening at the Tyson Hiring Center at 2500 North Central Ave., Suite C (the former Wal-Mart building) in Humboldt, Tennessee to mark the occasion. Positions include general production with starting pay at $15-$20 per hour while technical/skilled positions start at $19-$38 per hour.
Applicants are encouraged to apply in-person at the Tyson Hiring Center or online at: https://www.tysonfoods.com/careers click Careers and type Humboldt in the search bar.
Once on the website, one can apply for multiple positions. If for some reason a person is not hired for a particular position, that applicant can reapply for another position.
“We’re excited to add to our Humboldt team and build on the Tyson culture that recognizes team members as our biggest asset,” said Vanessa Presson, Humboldt complex human resources manager, Tyson Foods. “The health and safety of our team members is our top priority and we pride ourselves on a workplace environment where everyone feels valued and their concerns are addressed.”
A benefit of the in-person hiring facility is having trained professionals assist applicants throughout the hiring process or assist if someone does not have internet access to apply online.
Job-fair events will also be scheduled on the weekend to help those who may already be working during the week.
“Tyson is proud to provide competitive wages and benefits to its team members,” said Blake Laws, Humboldt human resources manager, Tyson Foods. “We are dedicated to offering affordable health, life, dental and vision insurance. Team members can also participate in a 401K retirement savings program, an employee stock purchase program and even receive educational assistance from Tyson,” Laws said.
In addition to the benefits package, the company offers opportunities for advancement, in-house training, plus working with state-of-the-art equipment in a brand-new facility.
“Tyson is the largest food company in the U.S and this is a big complex, but we want to make sure that everyone feels valued and that everyone feels like family,” said Presson. “We want our team members to know they are treated with dignity and respect and we want to be known as the employer of choice in West Tennessee.”
About Tyson Foods
Tyson Foods, Inc. is one of the world’s largest food companies and a recognized leader in protein. Founded in 1935 by John W. Tyson and grown under three generations of family leadership, the company has a broad portfolio of products and brands like Tyson®, Jimmy Dean®, Hillshire Farm®, Ball Park®, Wright®, Aidells®, ibp® and State Fair®.
Tyson Foods innovates continually to make protein more sustainable, tailor food for everywhere it’s available and raise the world’s expectations for how much good food can do. Headquartered in Springdale, Arkansas, the company has 139,000 team members. Through its Core Values, Tyson Foods strives to operate with integrity, create value for its shareholders, customers, communities and team members and serve as a steward of the animals, land and environment entrusted to it. Visit www.tysonfoods.com.
Contact:
Derek Burleson – phone 479-290-6466 or Derek.Burleson@Tyson.com
Patricia Pipkin – phone 731-427-2080 or patricia@dca-dcpr.com
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