Cobb - Hatchery Maintenance Generalist

Tyson Foods; Siloam Springs (AR); On-site; USD 27,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance from day 1

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Short/Long-Term Disability

401K & Stock Purchase Plan

Life Insurance

Education assistance

Paid vacations & holidays

Referral bonuses

Job summary

Tyson Foods at the Cobb Siloam Springs Hatchery seeks a Maintenance Generalist to support hatchery processing machinery. You will train operators, perform preventative maintenance, and ensure safe operation of equipment in a biosecure hatchery environment.

The role emphasizes hands-on maintenance, calibration, motor replacements, and adherence to safety guidelines, with shifts Tue-Sat and a starting wage of $23.70 per hour plus shift differentials.

Qualifications

• Six months of consecutive work experience with the same employer.
• No employment gaps greater than six months in the last 36 months.
• Previous agricultural or production experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform and maintain the PM program (greasing motors, lubricating chains on tray/bay wash and PM setters/hatchers).
• Calibrate hatchers and setters.
• Change single and three-phase motors.
• Empty offal tank.
• Maintain respirator certification annually.

Skills

Production experience

Maintenance experience

Safety awareness

Tools

Basic hand tools

Amp probe/meter

Voltage tester

Welder

Grinder

Drill press

Cordless drill

Job description

# Tyson Foods, Inc.## Cobb - Hatchery Maintenance GeneralistApply: Siloam Springs Hatchery - Siloam Springs, Arkansas: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: November 7, 2026 (4 days left to apply): R0494610**Job Details:****Location:****Siloam Springs Hatchery****Schedule:** Tuesday - Saturday**Hours:** Work schedule is subject to change based upon production needs.Applicants with previous agricultural or production experience will be considered preferred. Applicant must have at least six consecutive months of work experience with the same employer and no additional gaps in employment greater than six months with the last 36 months. If applicant was laid-off, providing eldercare or childcare, the six month gap will be increased to 18 months. Previous work history criteria will not apply to applicants who have been full time students consecutively for the last 36 months.Applicants must reside in the United States to be considered for an interview.At Cobb, we are dedicated to helping our team members thrive both professionally and personally. We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your family in every aspect of life.Starting wage - **$23.70** per hour plus additional shift differential for evenings, nights and weekends.Our competitive benefits include:* Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance from Day 1 of hire* Short-Term & Long-Term Disability* Telehealth Services* Well-Being Support Programs* 401K & Stock Purchase Plan* Company Paid Life Insurance* Fully Funded Education* Discount Program* Additionally, we offer incentives such as CobbRewards, New Hire Referral and Referral Bonuses, Paid Vacations, Paid Holidays, Overtime Eligibility, and Earned Time Off.These are just a few of the benefits and perks we offer. Continue growing with our family & apply today to become part of the Cobb team!Priority consideration will be provided to internal applicants first. Applicants with previous agricultural or **production experience will be considered preferred.** Applicants must reside in the United States to be considered for an interview.COMPANY:COBB* This position is responsible for the cleaning, storage, reassembling, testing and maintenance of hatchery processing machinery. Trains operators on proper usage of equipment during processing and makes required adjustments; and performs preventative maintenance. Other duties may be assigned.**Essential Duties and Responsibilties**· Perform and maintain the PM program which includes greasing motors, grease and lubricate chains on tray wash, buggy wash, box wash and PM setters and hatchers before each set or transfer. (35%)· Assist maintenance supervisor with duties. (5%)· Change single and three phase motors. (10%)· Calibrate hatchers and setters. (35%)· Empty offal tank. (10%)· Respirator certification is required and maintained by testing on an annual basis.**Other duties, responsibilities and activities**· These may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice, such as: on call duties, calibrate pump for dispensing chemicals, dispense formaldehyde (5%)**Biosecurity/Animal Welfare Requirements/Safety:**· The jobsite is a biosecure environment which requires showering, changing clothing and footwear before entering the facility. Appropriate clothing and footwear is provided by the Company. No jewelry may be worn on the jobsite except for medical ID jewelry and body piercings covered by appropriate clothing. Must be willing to sign an agreement to avoid any avian species (chickens, ducks, birds, etc.). Must be willing to sign and abide by the Company Biosecurity and Company Animal Welfare Guidelines.**Physical Demands and Work Environment**· Physical: Must use safe lifting techniques. Must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and may be required to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds at times. Must be able to obtain lock out/tag out certification. Must be able to regularly bend, stoop and reach above head. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand majority of shift (concrete floor); walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; balance; stoop; talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision; distance vision; peripheral vision; depth perception; and the ability to adjust focus.· Tools and Equipment: Basic hand tools, Amp probe/meter, voltage tester, welder, grinder, drill press, and cordless drill.· Environment: Required to work on wet, slippery surfaces and also in hot, dry, dusty, wet and cold environments.· Personal Protective Equipment Required: Safety glasses, Safety goggles, clear grinder shield, welding helmet, and rubber/chemical gloves are required and occasionally waterproof apron and rubber boots. Ear plugs will be used as needed. NIOSH approved N95 particulate respirators will be worn as needed.· Chemical Commonly Used: lubricants, formaldehyde and disinfectants occasionally used.* Safety: TM is expected to follow all applicable safety policies and procedures. These include but are not limited to Hazard Communication, Respiratory Protection, LOTO and Personal Protective Equipment. TM is expected to identify, address and mitigate safety related risks**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. **If you would like to learn more about your data privacy rights and how you may use that information, please read our Job Applicant Privacy Notice** **here****.** 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.