Tyson Foods - Caseyville

Facility info

Check-in & Scheduling S/R opens 0700, not 0430 (Google listing incorrect) Appointments required but facility sometimes uses "work you in" approach for early arrivals Press buzzer at gate, it opens automatically Check in at kiosk, provide phone number Weekend operations inconsistent — some weekend unloads happen, others don't; Friday close-of-business appears to be a hard cutoff for some loads Gate access at night can be problematic — buzzer sometimes unresponsive, no phone answer Unloading Drop and hook available Highly variable wait times: 30 min to 26+ hours reported Some drivers get immediate door access; others wait 6-12+ hours despite appointments Unload speed varies: 1.5 hours to 10+ hours Trailers must be clean/washed before arrival Keep doors closed while docked Dock doors have malfunctions — some lights not working, may need to visually confirm door closure Be aware: some drivers report missing load bars after unload — count them before leaving Facility & Parking Now owned by Tyson Foods New facility with some unfinished infrastructure issues Limited on-site early arrival parking — very small lot Overnight parking available in trailer lot across the street Yard conditions generally decent for backing Bathrooms available Staff & Operations Staff attitude mixed: several drivers praise dock workers and S/R staff as friendly and professional; others report dismissive, mocking behavior and poor communication Second shift supervisor (starts ~1400) more responsive than first shift Tyson on metro schedule Nearby Services Loves truck stop 8 miles away Small truck stop up the street (not recommended) Blue Beacon at Pontoon Beach for trailer wash Washout facility near Pilot Truck Stop (exit 4 I-55, across from race track) Denny's or other food nearby; vending machine sandwiches universally panned as low quality and overpriced ($3.29+) Police presence on nearby streets — monitor speed Reality Check Quality and speed of