Lead Maintenance Generalist - 4th Shift - Waverly, NE

Tyson Foods; Nebraska; On-site; USD 33,544 - 46,769; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) plans

Affordable health, life, dental, vision benefits

Job summary

Tyson Foods is seeking a Lead Maintenance Generalist for the 4th Shift at the Waverly Plant in Nebraska. This full-time role ensures timely completion of scheduled maintenance and oversees team training, audits, and compliance with safety standards. Candidates should have a strong mechanical background and proven leadership abilities.

The position involves a guaranteed 40-hour workweek with a pay range of $24.35 to $33.95 based on experience, along with additional incentives.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 months cumulative experience in industrial maintenance or auto mechanics.
• Proven leadership abilities in a maintenance environment.
• Ability to use hand tools and trades type tools effectively.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all work orders assigned to the shift are completed on time.
• Train 4th Shift team members on the PM Program.
• Maintain compliance with GMPs, HAACP, and safety programs.

Skills

Leadership abilities

Strong mechanical background

Computer skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Organization skills

Education

Formal training program completion or certification

Tools

Hand tools

Trade type tools

CMMS

Job description

## Lead Maintenance Generalist - 4th Shift - Waverly, NEApplylocations: Waverly Plant - Waverly, Nebraskatime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: June 22, 2026 (20 days left to apply)job requisition id: R0463047**Job Details:**Hours: Sat/Sun/Mon 6:00 am - 6:30 pm (guaranteed 40 hrs paid) Attendance incentive of $2.00 + $2.00 shift differential. Pay range: $24.35-$33.95 based on experience. SUMMARY: The 4th Shift Maintenance Leader will ensure that all 4th Shift assigned PMs and Work Orders are completed in a timely fashion and will report to the Maintenance Manager and Shift Supervisors via a daily pass down. The Leader will assist with departmental training and coaching of team members, perform daily inspections and audits, and ensure the 4th Shift Maintenance team members are performing in accordance to the departmental SOP’s while maintaining company policies and values of safety, quality and efficiency.EXTERNAL REQUIREMENT: MINIMUM OF 6 MONTHS CUMULATIVE EXPERIENCE IN INDUSTRIAL MAINTENANCE OR AUTO MECHANICS. EDUCATION PROGRAM COMPLETION OR CERTIFICATION CAN BE USED IN PLACE OF EXPERIENCE.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSBILITIES:Ensure all work orders assigned to the shift are assigned correctly and completed on time while tracking and assessing individual associates workload Train all 4th Shift team members on the PM Program, Work Orders and Standard Operating Procedures Communicate expectations for the 4th Shift Maintenance team members in regards to team work, attitude and work performance while continually assessing individual performance Verify the Pre-Operational status of all equipment Maintain and update Lock Out Tag Out program Coordinate with Departmental Supervisors and Manager to plan all details for installations, rebuilds, and upgrades Ensure all GMP’s, HAACP, PSM Program, Company Policies and Safety Programs are followed at all times Continually audit and validate all departmental procedures revising when necessary Effectively cooperate and communicate with other department’s Leaders and Managers Obtain excellent working knowledge of all equipment and their components throughout the facility as well as all utility systems. Monitor and maintain ammonia refrigeration equipment in accordance with process safety management Complete and maintain all required reports Other duties as required.QUALIFICATIONS:Proven leadership abilities Strong mechanical background required Ability to use hand tools and trades type tools Computer skills, MS Word, Excel Database, and e-mail Trained in the Maintenance of CMMS Excellent attention to detail, time management and organization skills Highly motivated self-starter who is willing to implement new processes and ideas Willingness to work overtime as required Ability to be on your feet throughout the majority of the shift Able to identify industry standard parts and assist in procuring parts as needed Ability to operate equipment safely and effectively Education and/or Experience:A minimum of one year experience within the Maintenance Department of this facility preferred Formal training program completion or certification can be used in exchange for the experience.Physical Requirements / Environment:Stand/Walk: Continuously (at least 8 hours a day) Lift/Carry: Frequently (1-10 lbs.), occasionally (up to 35-50 lbs.) Grasp: Frequently (3-4 hours a day) Occasionally (1-3 hours a day); bend/stoop, squat, crawl, climb, reach above shoulder, crouch, kneel, push/pull Continuously working around moving machinery, both inside and out with changes in temperature and humidity, exposure to dust and fumes, occasionally working on a ladder at unprotected heights, around and amongst food product Physical Environment: Continuously - Working around moving machinery, working in a cold environment (28-34 degreesF).Rehire Consideration: Max of two (2) previous Tyson Employments to be considered. 90 days (3months) waiting period.**Relocation Assistance Eligible:**No**Work Shift:**D 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.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).