2nd Shift Industrial Maintenance Mechanic

Snapx; Alexandria (KY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food production company is seeking a 2nd Shift Industrial Maintenance Mechanic to ensure the optimal functioning of plant equipment. Responsibilities include troubleshooting and repairing machinery, working with PLCs and various industrial systems, and collaborating with the maintenance team to enhance performance. Ideal candidates should have at least 2 years of industrial maintenance experience focused on electrical systems, a commitment to safety, and the ability to work in varying environments.

Qualifications

• 2 years of industrial maintenance experience with a focus on electrical motors.
• Knowledge in troubleshooting and working with PLC-controlled equipment.
• Ability to work in various environmental conditions and lift up to 40 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair preventative and corrective maintenance on plant equipment.
• Utilize CMMS to assist in maintenance activities.
• Work with maintenance supervisors to develop continuous improvement opportunities.

Skills

Troubleshooting PLCs

Electrical systems

Hydraulic systems

Pneumatic systems

Mathematical calculations

Fabrication and welding

Team collaboration

Tools

CMMS

Job description

2nd Shift Industrial Maintenance Mechanic

About the job 2nd Shift Industrial Maintenance Mechanic

Job brief

If you are looking to make an impact in a meaningful way, join us at Tyson Foods where we are raising the world's expectations for how much good food can do! We create quality products in a safe environment for our team members. We offer growth opportunities and room for advancement. This facility produces hot dogs, cocktails, and sliced meats.

Responsibilities

• This position requires the ability to work with programmable logic controllers (PLCs), read blueprints, ladder logic, electrical, and hydraulic and pneumatic schematics to troubleshoot machines and improve systems and processes.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair all preventative and corrective maintenance on plant equipment and plant support equipment including but not limited to Scales, Dumpers, Mixers, Cookers, Chillers, Slicers, Packaging Machines, Conveyors, Palletizers, and Pallet Wrappers.
• Repair, modification and improvement of facility and production equipment with proper and precision techniques.
• Must have comprehension and troubleshooting skills relating to computer/PLC controlled equipment, motor control systems, servo motors, pumping systems, 3 phase industrial electrical systems and mechanical systems and mechanical knowledge and troubleshooting skills relating to gear reducers, chain/belt drives, electrical, hydraulics, pneumatics, ladder logic, conveyors, heat exchangers, pumps, piping systems and vacuum pumps.
• Must be able to complete mathematical calculations.
• Provide corrective actions to all levels of equipment/system failures utilizing root cause analysis and troubleshooting techniques.
• Ability to fabricate and weld various types of metals is a plus.
• Utilize the CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) to assist in the development and the execution and follow-up on maintenance activities.
• Safely perform work, including adherence to Tyson Foods policies such as lock-out tag-out (LOTO), Arc-Flash, hot work permit and confined space entry.
• Works closely with Maintenance Supervisors and Planners to develop opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Work cooperatively in a maintenance culture that is focused on continuous improvement (Lean), positive morale and exceptional levels of customer service.
• Must have the ability to work in a successful team-based environment with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work off shifts, weekend, and or holidays as needed.
• Should have basic understanding of OSHA regulations.

Physical Requirements

• Must be willing and able to lift and move up to 40 lbs.
• The Team Member will work in a wet, humid, cold, and hot environment.
• The Team Member will work in a refrigerated area with ambient temperature of 40 degrees.
• The Team Member will walk or stand on hard floors for 8-12 hour days.

Requirements

• 2 years of industrial maintenance experience - focus on electrical/motors
• Candidates who have previously worked for Tyson will have a minimum rehire waiting period of 180 days and are limited to 3 times of employment.