Maintenance Generalist (2nd Shift)-Gadsden, AL

Tyson Foods; Gadsden (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Health, life, dental, vision insurance

Prescription drug benefits

Job summary

Tyson Foods in Alabama (Gadsden) seeks a General Maintenance technician for the 2nd shift to keep production lines running. You will set up, adjust, and breakdown machinery, operate forklifts and related equipment, and learn Tyson SAP for work orders.

Must be able to lift 70 lbs, read and write, perform basic math, and communicate status to management. Overtime and weekend hours may be required; comprehensive benefits and training provided.

Qualifications

• Reading and writing required where indicated.
• Basic math for machinery, fluid capacities, etc.
• Clear communication with management and team members.

Responsibilities

• Keep machinery running to maintain continuous production.
• Set up, adjust, and break down production line machinery.
• Learn Tyson SAP software to create work orders and document in system.

Skills

Reading & writing ability

Math skills

Communication

Teamwork

Tools

Tyson SAP software

Forklifts

Pallet Jacks

Ladders

Fall Protection

Lock Out Tag Out

Job description

Job Details

• Applicants will be considered for shifts and hours posted.
• Must be available to work overtime and weekends if required.
• General Maintenance positions are responsible for keeping machinery running to maintain continuous production.
• You 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 be able to read and write where required.
• Must be able to use math as needed to make work-related computations for machinery, fluid capacities, etc.
• Must be willing and able to lift 70 lbs. with assistance on a daily basis and be able to work on your feet for 12 hours.
• Must be willing to complete all required training for the job.
• Must be able to communicate clearly with Upper Management and team members via phone, in person, and in writing regarding the status of equipment repairs.
• Must be able to use Forklifts, Pallet Jacks, Ladders, Fall Protection, and Lock Out Tag Out

Job description

• Applicants will be considered for shifts and hours posted.
• Must be available to work overtime and weekends if required.
• General Maintenance positions are responsible for keeping machinery running to maintain continuous production.
• You 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 be able to read and write where required.
• Must be able to use math as needed to make work-related computations for machinery, fluid capacities, etc.
• Must be willing and able to lift 70 lbs. with assistance on a daily basis and be able to work on your feet for 12 hours.
• Must be willing to complete all required training for the job.
• Must be able to communicate clearly with Upper Management and team members via phone, in person, and in writing regarding the status of equipment repairs.
• Must be able to use Forklifts, Pallet Jacks, Ladders, Fall Protection, and Lock Out Tag Out

Requirements

• Experience/history: Must have at least 6 months of industrial maintenance experience within the last 12 months or verifiable schooling in a relevant industrial maintenance trade in lieu of experience documented in the work history of the application. (can be a combination of employers)
• Applicants must be able to work with others to adhere to Tyson's safety culture. If an applicant meets the minimum requirements for consideration, they may be contacted for a visit to the facility.
• Prior Employee Waiting Period: If you were previously employed at Tyson, there’s a 90-day waiting period before you can reapply.
• Applicants who have worked for Tyson Foods 3 or more times are not eligible for rehire.
• Team members interested in transferring into this position from another Tyson facility should express interest through their local HR Partner.

Relocation Assistance Eligible

No

Work Shift

2ND SHIFT (United States of America)

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