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What is it like to work at Tyson Foods?

Tyson Foods is a company that prioritizes a culture of innovation, quality, and customer satisfaction, with a focus on teamwork and collaboration to drive business success. The company operates a large-scale food production environment with various departments, including production, quality control, and research and development, offering opportunities for employees to work in a fast-paced and dynamic setting. Working at Tyson Foods may appeal to candidates who value a stable and secure work environment, opportunities for career growth and development, and the chance to contribute to a leading food company that serves a global customer base.

What makes Tyson Foods an attractive place to work?

Tyson Foods is a leading global food company with a long history of innovation and commitment to quality, serving as a major player in the meat processing industry. The company offers a dynamic work environment that values collaboration, innovation, and employee growth, with opportunities for professional development and skill-building through various training programs and mentorship initiatives. By joining Tyson Foods, individuals can contribute to the production of high-quality protein products and be part of a company that prioritizes sustainability, animal welfare, and community engagement.

Do workers at Tyson Foods get paid breaks?

Sometimes. Only some people get paid breaks.
53% of people say they don’t get paid breaks.
Based on data from 83 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2026 and July 2026.

Does Tyson Foods pay people when they’re sick?

No. Most people don’t get paid when they’re sick.
69% of people say they wouldn’t get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 102 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2026 and July 2026.

At Tyson Foods, are sick days and vacation days separate paid time off?

Only some people have separate paid time off for sick days and vacation.
49% of people say they have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 76 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and July 2026.

Do part-time workers get paid time off at Tyson Foods?

Most people who work part-time get paid time off.
71% of people who work part-time say they get paid time off
Based on data from 7 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.

Is the health insurance from Tyson Foods affordable enough for their workers?

Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
90% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 94 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2026 and July 2026.

Do people get paid time off at Tyson Foods?

Most people get paid time off work.
82% of people say they get paid time off.
Based on data from 103 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2026 and July 2026.

How far ahead of time do people find out their work schedule?

Most people find out their schedule less than four weeks ahead of time.
  • 78% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts one week or less ahead of time.
  • 8% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts two weeks ahead of time.
  • 2% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts three weeks ahead of time.
  • 12% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts four weeks or more ahead of time.

Based on data from 51 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and July 2026.

Do workers at Tyson Foods worry about hours?

Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours.
73% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 94 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.

Do Tyson Foods workers get to choose the shifts they work?

Some people don’t get to choose which shifts they work.
59% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 86 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.

How easy is it for Tyson Foods workers to change shifts?

Some people find it hard to change shifts.
59% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.
Based on data from 44 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.

How easy is it to get time off at Tyson Foods?

Most people find it easy to get time off.
72% of people report it’s easy to get time off.
Based on data from 94 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and July 2026.

Do Tyson Foods managers change schedules at the last minute?

Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
71% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 85 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.

Do jobs at Tyson Foods spill into time workers aren’t paid for?

Rarely. The job doesn't usually spill into unpaid time.
19% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 86 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.

How easy is it to take sick days at Tyson Foods?

Some people find it hard to take sick days.
38% of people report that it’s hard to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 93 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2026 and July 2026.

Is a Tyson Foods job good for students?

Only some students say this is a good place to work if you’re studying.
46% of students report this isn’t a good place to work if you’re studying.
Based on data from 28 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.

Is working at Tyson Foods good if you’re a parent or caregiver?

Only some parents and caregivers say this is a good place to work.
47% of people who care for a child or other relative report this isn’t a good place to work.
Based on data from 96 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.

Do people at Tyson Foods feel treated with respect by their managers?

Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
67% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 87 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2026 and July 2026.

Do people at Tyson Foods get to take their breaks without interruption?

Only some people get breaks without interruption.
35% of people report that their breaks get interrupted.
Based on data from 94 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2026 and July 2026.

Is it stressful to work at Tyson Foods?

Most people feel stressed out here.
76% of people say they often feel stressed out at work.
Based on data from 99 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2026 and July 2026.

Do people at Tyson Foods enjoy their jobs?

Only some people enjoy their job.
34% of people report they don’t enjoy their job.
Based on data from 76 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and July 2026.

Do people at Tyson Foods recommend working with their team?

Only some people recommend working with their team.
57% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 105 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2026 and July 2026.

Do people get enough training when they start at Tyson Foods?

Some people didn’t get enough training when they started.
47% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 97 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2026 and July 2026.

Do people get support to advance at Tyson Foods?

Only some people are given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 43% of people report not being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 89 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2026 and July 2026.

Do people think Tyson Foods’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?

Most people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
76% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 97 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2026 and July 2026.

Do workers feel well informed about how Tyson Foods is doing?

Only some people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
60% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 96 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2026 and July 2026.
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Flex P/O Machine Operator PR05 (1st Shift) - Tyson of Rogers

Flex P/O Machine Operator PR05 (1st Shift) - Tyson of Rogers

Tyson Foods

Rogers, AR • On-site

$17.40/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.

Tyson Foods rating

6.3

Company rating: 6.3 out of 10

Based on 544 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

307th of 433 rated food and drinks producers

Job description

Job Details:

Schedule: Monday - Friday, possible Saturdays.Hour: 5:30 AM - 2:00 PM approx. Pay: $17.40 hourJob description This position is responsible for operating the bagger machine which includes setting up the program, calibrating, and adjusting the machine parameters to produce the desired bag size and bag weights. The machine operator will perform regular checks on filled/sealed bags of product to ensure proper machine performance and adjust the machine accordingly to meet product specifications. The machine operator will ensure the continuous flow of product through the production process and ensure proper ingredients/supplies are being used on the line. The person in this position is responsible for the mixing of marination by ensuring proper ingredients and quantities are used for marination formulas and ensure marination mix is maintained proper temperature and in accordance with specifications. The team member in this position will be responsible for filling out Quality Assurance verifications and using handheld scanning devices to manage inventory of ingredients utilized. Must be able to climb stairs while carrying ingredients to dump into the marination tank. Basic math (adding and subtracting) skills are required to keep track of the pounds needed and dumped into the marination tank. The machine operator will be notifying the supervisor if machinery should require maintenance, all while maintaining a safe work environment and adhering to Tyson policies and procedures.Requirements:
  • 6 months of continuous work history in the last 12 months.
  • There is 180 days (6 months) waiting period for former Tyson Foods team members.
  • Max of two previous Tyson employments to be considered for hire.
  • This position is slated for team members who are currently working at this facility. Team members interested in transferring into this position from another Tyson facility should express interest through their local HR Partner
  • Applications will be considered from the following counties: Washington, Benton, and Madison.

Relocation Assistance Eligible:

No

Work Shift:

1ST SHIFT (United States of America)

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.

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.


We provide our team members and their families with paid time off; 401(k) plans; affordable health, life, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; and more.


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Unsolicited Assistance: Tyson Foods and its subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited support from external recruitment vendors for open positions within the United States. Any resumes or candidate profiles submitted by recruitment vendors or headhunters to any employee or applicant tracking system at Tyson Foods or its subsidiaries, without a valid written request and search agreement approved by HR, will be considered the property of Tyson Foods. No fees will be paid if the candidate is hired due to an unsolicited referral.

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