Maintenance Generalist 1st shift Humboldt Plant

Tyson Foods; Humboldt (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Tyson Foods in the United States is seeking a Maintenance Technician to troubleshoot, maintain, and repair production equipment while upholding safety and Tyson policies. The role requires hands-on skills and adherence to procedures.

You will set up and adjust machinery, operate and learn Tyson SAP for work orders, and collaborate with team members, USDA personnel, and drivers. Lifting up to 50 lbs and enduring long shifts are part of the job.

Qualifications

• 6 months of mechanic work experience or graduation from an industrial maintenance program.
• Experience or certification in hydraulics, pneumatics, electrical, electronics, plumbing and welding.
• PLCs knowledge is a plus and electronics skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, maintain and repair equipment and assets while ensuring safety.
• Set up, adjust and break down production line machinery.
• Learn Tyson SAP to create work orders and complete required daily documentation.
• Communicate effectively with team members, producers, USDA personnel and drivers.
• Perform computations for machinery, fluid capacities, etc., as needed.

Skills

Mechanical experience

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

Electrical

Electronics

Welding

PLCs

Communication skills

Job description

Job Details

Job Details: This position is responsible for troubleshooting, maintaining, and repairing all equipment and company assets while maintaining a safe work environment and adhering to Tyson policies and procedures.

Tasks

• Must be willing to set up, adjust and break down production line machinery.
• Must be willing to learn Tyson SAP software to make work orders and fill out the daily documentation that is required in the system.
• Must have good verbal and written communication skills and able to communicate with other Team Members, producers, USDA personnel and drivers.
• Must be able to use math as needed to make work related computations for machinery, fluid capacities, etc.
• Must be willing to lift 50 lbs. periodically throughout the shift on a daily basis and be willing to work on your feet for a period of 12 hours.
• Must be willing to complete all required training for the job.

Requirements

• Must have a minimum of 6 months of mechanic work experience documented in the work history section of the application or be a graduate and or student of an industrial maintenance training program (can be a combination of employers as long as experience is at least 6 months).
• Experience or certification should include knowledge in industrial hydraulics, pneumatics, electrical, electronics, plumbing and welding.
• Knowledge in the operation of PLC’s is a plus.
• Strong electronic skill set is a must.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to walk; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must regularly lift and or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and or move up to 125 pounds. If the task is deemed to exceed the individual’s ability, assistance from another person(s) and or equipment will be used. Be able to work long hours, climb stairs and ladders, and tow a water hose.

Other Hiring Criteria

• Must have a minimum of 6 months of mechanic work experience documented in the work history section of the application or be a graduate and or student of an industrial maintenance training program (can be a combination of employers as long as experience is at least 6 months).
• Accepting Rehires: Yes
• 3 x Rule: If you have worked for Tyson Foods 3 or more times you are ineligible for rehire.
• Rehire waiting period: 90 days

Benefits

Benefits begin on first day of hire.

We offer a full range of benefits and perks including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Telehealth services
• Well-Being Support Programs
• FSA and HSA available
• 401k
• Stock Purchase Plan
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Short-Term & Long- Term Disability
• Fully Funded Education Discount Program
• On Site Day Care Available

Additional Requirements

*Sponsorship is not offered for this position and applicant must reside in the United States.

Relocation Assistance Eligible: No

Work Shift: 1ST SHIFT (United States of America)

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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.

Company Culture

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.

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