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Nucor

Plant Operator - Blytheville, AR

Blytheville, AR · On-site

Relevant military, industrial gas/cryogenics, or continuous process facilities experience. * General knowledge of electrical and instrumentation equipment in process plant environments. Why UIG ...

Butterball

Sanitation Worker

Ozark, AR · On-site

$14 - $16.75/hr

Work is performed in a food processing plant with a high noise level, storage coolers/facilities. * Position requires working around processing plant equipment. * Must be physically capable of ...

Butterball

Sanitation Lead

Ozark, AR · On-site

$16.50 - $21.25/hr

Organize, and monitor plant sanitation crew, processes, and methods. * Help supervisors to maintain the plant Master Cleaning Schedule (MCS), Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures (SSOPs), Plant ...

Owens Corning

Plant Controller

Fort Smith, AR · On-site

$102K - $127K/yr

Leads the continuous sign off process and works with plant NLT to modify procedures for changes in policy. * Drives a robust representation letter process and provides assurance and visibility to the ...

Owens Corning

Plant Controller

Fort Smith, AR · On-site

$102K - $127K/yr

Leads the continuous sign off process and works with plant NLT to modify procedures for changes in policy. * Drives a robust representation letter process and provides assurance and visibility to the ...

Butterball

Production Associate-EVIS 2nd SHIFT

Ozark, AR · On-site

$13.25 - $16.75/hr

Position requires working around processing plant equipment. Must be physically capable of working extended hours if needed and in a wet environment, standing for long periods of time, and operating ...

Enersul Limited Partnership

Plant Manager

Paragould, AR · On-site

$90 - $120/hr

Plant Manager page is loaded## Plant Managerlocations: Paragould, ARtime type: Full timeposted on ... Standardize quality processes across production to minimize variability and defects.* Foster a ...

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Marmon Holdings, Inc.

Plant Manager

Paragould, AR · On-site

What You'll Do As the Plant Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day ... Standardize quality processes across production to minimize variability and defects. * Foster a ...

Marmon

Plant Manager

Paragould, AR

What You'll Do As the Plant Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day ... Standardize quality processes across production to minimize variability and defects. * Foster a ...

Goodyear

Plant Manager

Fayetteville, AR · On-site

$90 - $130/hr

Plant Manager page is loaded## Plant Managerremote type: In Officelocations: US MS Clarksdale Plt ... process, please contact the Goodyear Candidate Care Line at 330.796.4500.Goodyear is an equal ...

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Butterball

OA Sanitation_Lead

Ozark, AR · On-site

$16.50 - $21.25/hr

... processing plant with a high noise level, storage coolers/facilities. • Position requires working around processing plant equipment. • Must be physically capable of working extended hours if ...

Butterball

OA Sanitation_Lead

Ozark, AR · On-site

$16.50 - $21.25/hr

... processing plant with a high noise level, storage coolers/facilities. • Position requires working around processing plant equipment. • Must be physically capable of working extended hours if ...

Butterball

OA - UTILITY OPERATOR IV

AR · On-site

Work is performed in a food processing plant with a high noise level, storage coolers/facilities. * Work assignments may range across the entirety of the plant complex, including non-refrigerated and ...

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How much do processing plant jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 21, 2026, the average hourly pay for processing plant in Arkansas is $19.98, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.11 and $22.45 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a processing plant?

A processing plant is a facility where raw materials are transformed into finished or semi-finished products through various industrial processes. These plants can handle materials such as food, minerals, chemicals, or oil, depending on the industry. Processing plants are equipped with specialized machinery and technology to ensure efficient, safe, and consistent processing of materials. They play a crucial role in supply chains by adding value to raw resources before they reach consumers or manufacturers.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a processing plant operator?

To thrive as a Processing Plant Operator, you need a solid understanding of machinery operations, safety protocols, and process optimization, often supported by a high school diploma or technical certification. Familiarity with control systems, programmable logic controllers (PLCs), and quality monitoring equipment is typically required. Attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and teamwork are crucial soft skills for excelling in this role. These skills ensure safe, efficient, and reliable plant operations, minimizing downtime and maintaining product quality.

What are some common challenges faced by employees working in a processing plant, and how can they be addressed?

Working in a processing plant often involves dealing with fast-paced production schedules, strict safety protocols, and repetitive tasks. Employees may face challenges such as maintaining attention to detail to avoid errors, adapting to shift work, or managing physical fatigue. To address these challenges, many plants provide thorough safety training, implement job rotation to reduce monotony, and encourage open communication among team members to quickly resolve issues. Teamwork and a proactive approach to safety and process improvements are key to thriving in this environment.

What is the difference between Processing Plant vs Processing Technician?

AspectProcessing PlantProcessing Technician
Primary RoleFacility that processes raw materials into finished productsPerforms operational tasks within a processing plant to ensure smooth production
CredentialsOften requires industry-specific certifications or trainingRequires technical certifications or training related to machinery and processes
Work EnvironmentIndustrial facilities, manufacturing plantsIndustrial or manufacturing settings within processing plants
Employer & Industry UsageManufacturing companies, food processing, chemical plantsProcessing plants across various industries like food, chemicals, or pharmaceuticals

Processing Plant refers to the entire facility where raw materials are transformed into finished products, while Processing Technicians are the skilled workers operating equipment within these plants. Both roles often require similar certifications and work in industrial environments, but the Processing Plant is the broader entity, and Processing Technicians focus on operational tasks within it.

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Infographic showing various Processing Plant job openings in Arkansas as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 79% Full Time, 15% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 92% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $41,567 per year, or $20 per hour.

Advisor HR - 2nd Shift - Center Processing Plant

Tyson Foods, Inc.

Springdale, AR • On-site

$15 - $20/hr

Full-time

Posted 17 days ago

Tyson Foods rating

6.4

Company rating: 6.4 out of 10

Based on 551 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

296th of 440 rated food and drinks producers

Job description

Job Details:
MUST SIT AT PROCESSING PLANT NO REMOTE WORK HOURS. 3PM - 12AM.
Job Profile Summary: This position will provide process and transactional support for HR systems and processes, serving as the first point of contact for users through case management (via ServiceNow), chat, and phone support. Responsibilities include managing high volume walk-up support, incoming support calls routed to the People Operations team, resolving first-level support requests, and handling other related tasks as needed. Some of these processes include intake data, update team members' personal information, HR system navigation, and LOA support and navigation. In addition, this role will monitor HR inboxes and respond directly or escalate issues to the appropriate team, including Centers of Excellence, Directors HR, or Leadership.
Key Responsibilities:
Receives and provides basic navigation support for routine correspondence following established procedures (such as address changes, application support, background check corrections and employee self-service support)
Review and update of key business processes and general master data components
Collaboration with the People Operations team to achieve faster support service level agreements that ensure department key performance indicators are met
Requirements:
• Education: Bachelors degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experience: 2+ years relevant customer support role and past data entry experience
• Computer Skills: Intermediate computer skills including generating simple letters, spreadsheets and/or graphics for personal business use or creating simple queries and simply formatted data output. Must be proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Power point. Understanding of HR systems and processes is a plus.
• Communication Skills: Ability to interact with and communicate to a broad range of end users providing excellent support. Requires excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Special Skills: Must possess excellent customer service, basic analytical and trouble-shooting skills, planning and organizational skills. Must be detail-oriented and work well in a team environment. Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment. Must be able to multi-task when applicable. Strong interpersonal skills, particularly as it relates to working effectively with others and building successful relationships throughout the organization. Excellent judgement and proven ability to analyze issues quickly & take appropriate action under limited time constraints. Perseveres to locate necessary data quickly to support customer resolution; Consistently delivers high-quality, timely work resulting in highly satisfied customers; Passion for learning; Familiarity with SAP/HR and Workday not required but highly valued; and team player.
• Supervisory: No.
• Travel: No travel
Relocation Assistance Eligible:
No
Work Shift:
2ND SHIFT (United States of America)
Pay Range/Rate:
Incentives:
Annual Incentive Plan:
No
Long-Term Incentive Plan:
No
Certain roles at Tyson require background checks. If you are offered a position that requires a background check you will be provided additional documentation to complete once an offer has been extended.
Any listed amounts represent the base pay range. Additional compensation may be available for this position based on various factors such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonuses. Pay is just one part of Tyson's total compensation package.
Tyson will develop an offer based on a candidate's or team member's relevant skills and capabilities, the market data for the role described in this requisition, internal equity, and other information relevant to the candidate and role.
Hourly Applicants ONLY -You must complete the task after submitting your application to provide additional information to be considered for employment.
The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.
Tyson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, national origin, color, religion, age, genetics, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status.
CCPA Notice. If you are a California resident, and would like to learn more about what categories of personal information we collect when you apply for this job, and how we may use that information, please read our CCPA Job Applicant Notice at Collection, click here

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