Industrial Maintenance Mechanic - 2nd Shift- Amherst, OH

Tyson Foods; Amherst (OH); Hybrid; USD 33,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Health benefits

Job summary

Tyson Foods Amherst, OH is seeking an Industrial Maintenance Mechanic for the 2nd shift. The role performs skilled mechanical and electrical maintenance on plant utilities, conveyors, and powered equipment, with emphasis on preventive and predictive maintenance.

Candidates need at least 6 months of maintenance experience or completion of a maintenance/HVAC program or a related degree. Overtime/weekend work and lifting up to 100 lbs may be required.

Qualifications

• 6 months of industrial maintenance or related experience documented on the application.
• Alternative: completion of a maintenance or HVAC training program or related degree.

Responsibilities

• Follow safety, GMP, attendance policies and report unsafe conditions.
• Proactively support daily plant operations and set up/ breakdown tasks.
• Lubrication, conveyor repairs, power train & bearing maintenance, motor/gearbox replacement.
• Maintain and repair mechanical/electrical equipment in a timely manner.

Skills

Lubrication

Conveyor maintenance

Powertrain maintenance

Motor & gearbox upkeep

Forklift maintenance

Electrical maintenance

Education

Maintenance training program

HVAC training program

Degree in a related field

Job description

## Industrial Maintenance Mechanic - 2nd Shift- Amherst, OHApply: Amherst Plant - Amherst, Ohio: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: November 6, 2026 (30 days left to apply): R0489658**Job Details:**We are hiring immediately for Industrial Maintenance Mechanics at all experience levels! Pay will vary based on experience level. We currently have open positions for 2nd shift.ATTN Prior Tyson Workers:Candidates who have previously worked for Tyson will have a minimum rehire waiting period of 180 days.Communication with applicants will be attempted through contact information provided on application: via email, phone calls, and SMS messages. Please ensure all contact information is correct and up to date.EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: **(***Experience must be documented on your application)** Must have a minimum of 6 months of industrial maintenance or general maintenance work experience documented in the work history section OR be graduate of a maintenance training program, HVAC training program (Vocational or Trade schools) (will need to provide documentation of completion) or have a degree within a relative field (if graduated, no experience needed at time of hire)**JOB DESCRIPTION****POSITION SUMMARY:** Maintenance Generalist - 2nd Shift - Full Time - Amherst, OH 44001Maintenance Pay range - $24.40 to $34.85/HR (Pay commensurate with experience)Maintenance Mechanics perform skilled work in the operation, predictive and preventative maintenance and repair of the facility’s real property, power industrial trucks, and plant utility systems.RESPONSIBILITIES:**(***Include, but are not limited to, the following)** The frequency of the following activities may vary according to the requirements of the job task assigned.* Follows all company personnel safety, food safety, attendance, GMP policies.* Proactive in the daily plant operations as well as set up and/or breakdown.* Work to maximize plant efficiencies, reduce costs, and maintain product quality.* Completes daily log sheets, communicates effectively, and is proactive in recognizing and reporting unsafe conditions and/or other mechanical concerns.* Assist in maintaining a relevant and accurate mechanical inventory.* Accurately and consistently change out parts.* Lubrication, conveyor belt repairs, power train & bearing maintenance, motor and gearbox replacement, fork truck & pallet jack maintenance.* Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical and electrical equipment in a timely manner.* Must be willing and able to work effectively under time constraints.* Must be willing and able to use measurement devices.* Must be willing and able to perform electrical and mechanical predictive and preventative maintenance as tasked.* Must be willing and able to work overtime and/or weekends as needed.FOR ALL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS*:* *(The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation)** Must be willing and able to work a flexible schedule if needed in a cold, wet, humid environment with temperatures ranging from 35 to 50 degrees.* Must be willing and able to stand, sit and use hands and fingers to handle or feel 67-100% of the time.* Must be willing and able to walk, talk and hear 67-100% of the time.* Must be willing and able to bend, squat and kneel 33-67% of the time.* Must be willing and able to taste or smell 0-33% of the time.* Must be willing and able to ascend and descend stairs 67-100% of the time.* Must be willing and able to lift and/or move up to 45 lbs. 67-100% of the time, 50 lbs. 33-67% of the time and 100 lbs. 0-33% of the time.* Must be willing and able to push/pull 300 lbs. 33-67% of the time.**Relocation Assistance Eligible:**No**Work Shift:**2ND 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.### About UsOur team members make the difference. If you are ready to grow your career with an industry leader and want to positively impact the team and community around you, then join us in helping us in raising expectations. Join us on the journey.At Tyson, we feed the world like family. Our Talent Strategy is to Attract, Grow, Reward and Retain the best talent, and we believe that our Culture is the connecting thread that drives that strategy!We strive to be a talent magnet to establish a reputation for being a talent rich organization where team members can grow their career while growing the business.We are a high performing organization where team members are rewarded (Pay, Benefits and Recognition) for their contributions, and given the opportunity to support and/or volunteer with programs that help Tyson make a lasting social impact in the communities where we live and work.To learn more about our culture, please read Our Purpose.The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.Tyson Foods, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you are unable to apply for career opportunities through use of this site due to an impairment or disability, please contact [phone] for further assistance.**Benefits** 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. Team members are eligible for these benefits starting day one of full-time employment (unless otherwise noted).