Maintenance Generalist 1st Shift Forest, MS

Tyson Foods; Forest (MS); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) plans

Health benefits

Job summary

Tyson Foods is seeking a Maintenance Generalist for our Forest, MS facility to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain production equipment and facility systems. You will help minimize downtime, ensure food safety, and uphold Tyson’s safety standards while following company policies.

The role involves preventive and corrective maintenance, reading schematics, and performing upgrades or installations as needed. Strong adherence to safety and quality procedures is essential, along with documentation

Qualifications

• At least 1 year maintenance experience in the last 2 years.
• Must be able to perform physical requirements of the job.
• Eligible to work in the United States and on 1st shift.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and promote Tyson’s safety culture.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on plant equipment and machinery.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and plumbing systems.
• Repair and replace motors, pumps, bearings, shafts, conveyors, augers, couplings, steam and water lines.
• Perform welding, cutting, fabrication, and minor electrical repairs.
• Read and interpret equipment manuals, drawings, and schematics.
• Monitor equipment performance and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Assist with equipment installations, upgrades, and modifications.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and complete required documentation.
• Operate hand tools, power tools, lifts, forklifts, and other maintenance equipment as trained and certified.
• Support emergency repairs and respond to equipment breakdowns to minimize production interruptions.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Electrical repair

Preventive maintenance

Reading schematics

Tools

Power tools

Forklifts

Welding equipment

Job description

Job Details

The Maintenance Generalist is responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining production equipment, machinery, and facility systems to support efficient plant operations. This position plays a critical role in minimizing downtime, ensuring food safety, maintaining equipment reliability, and promoting a safe work environment while adhering to Tyson Foods policies and procedures. Responsibilities are based on existing Tyson maintenance job descriptions and Forest facility references.

Essential Functions

• Maintain and promote Tyson’s safety culture.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on plant equipment and machinery.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and plumbing systems.
• Repair and replace motors, pumps, bearings, shafts, conveyors, augers, couplings, steam and water lines.
• Perform welding, cutting, fabrication, and minor electrical repairs.
• Read and interpret equipment manuals, drawings, and schematics.
• Monitor equipment performance and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Assist with equipment installations, upgrades, and modifications.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and complete required documentation.
• Operate hand tools, power tools, lifts, forklifts, and other maintenance equipment as trained and certified.
• Support emergency repairs and respond to equipment breakdowns to minimize production interruptions.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by maintenance leadership.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Must have 1 year maintenance experience within the immediate past 2 years.
• Rehiring Criteria: Applicant must not have worked for Tyson more than a total of 3 times prior. Applicants must also have completed at least 180 days since their last employment with Tyson.
• Relocation Assistance Eligible: No
• Work Shift: 1ST SHIFT (United States of America)
• 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.

Benefits & Perks

• Paid time off
• 401(k) plans
• Affordable health, life, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits
• and more.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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.

Tyson Foods, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.