Maintenance Generalist (1st Shift) Sedalia Plant

Tyson Foods; Sedalia (MO); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation time

Incentive pay

Self-promotion within Tyson

Healthcare benefits

Paid time off

401(k) with company matching

Guild Education: Free tuition

Job summary

Tyson Foods is hiring a Maintenance Generalist for the Sedalia Plant in Sedalia, Missouri. This full-time role focuses on preventative maintenance, equipment repair, and production support in a fast-paced environment.

Successful candidates will learn the CMMS, adapt to shift rotations, and follow all safety regulations. Internal candidates are prioritized; background checks and physical requirements apply.

Qualifications

• 3 months mechanical experience or enrolled/completed an automotive/mechanical degree or training.
• Able to learn troubleshooting and use CMMS.
• Willing to perform physical requirements of the job with or without accommodation.

Responsibilities

• Train to perform preventative maintenance on assigned equipment.
• Repair equipment and perform machine adjustments during production.
• Learn the CMMS and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Abide by all safety regulations.

Skills

Mechanical experience

Troubleshooting

Education

Automotive/mechanical degree or training

Tools

CMMS

Job description

## Maintenance Generalist (1st Shift) Sedalia PlantApply: Sedalia Plant - Sedalia, Missouri: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: October 24, 2026 (24 days left to apply): R0488212**Job Details:**# **Why join Tyson?**# At Tyson, we are raising the worlds expectations on how much good food can do. We are hiring immediately for various roles where you will be a critical part of that mission. Come join the great Team at Tyson Foods! Earn vacation time, incentive pay and the opportunity to self-promote within the company. Safety is first with Tyson and all Team Members are expected to practice Safety within the company.# • Competitive, Weekly Pay • Career Growth Opportunities • People-First Culture • Tyson Guild Education - 175+ Programs Free Tuition • A Safe Workplace • Healthcare Benefits • Paid Time Off • 401(k) with Company Matching Tasks# **Primary tasks include:*** # training to perform preventative maintenance on assigned equipment, rebuilding equipment as determined necessary by supervisor.* # Trainee will also perform facility repairs within area, machine adjustments during production periods, and repair equipment as necessary in the event of mechanical failure.* # Learning the use of the computerized maintenance management system and working in a fast-paced environment are required as well as the ability to communicate with proper personnel.* # Trainees may be subject to shift or department rotation and are expected to abide by all safety regulations.## # **All Internal candidates will be considered first, if no internal candidates are selected then external candidates with prior experience in Industrial maintenance and electrical, knowledge within hydraulics and pneumatics, welding and fabrication are all a preferred and will be considered next.** * # **Must possess the ability to learn troubleshooting skills and use the computerized maintenance program.*** # **Must be able to move through the Maintenance Skills Training Program passing all required levels in the allotted time frame as listed in our training policy.*** # **Failure to pass will result in change of pay and change in position or possible termination of employment.** # **To be considered for employment:*** # **Tyson Team Members must be separated from the company for a minimum of 180 calendar days.*** # **No rehire for former Tyson Team Members that were termed for gross misconduct.*** # Also, if you have worked at Tyson 3 times or more you will not be eligible for rehire.* # Applicants that complete an application and do not meet the criteria described in this statement will be removed from the application process. # Requirements: Plant Maintenance Generalist: 3 Months mechanical experience or enrolled or completed an automotive/mechanical degree or training. # **All applicants must complete the final task that is separate from the application. 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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. 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