Maintenance generalist Louisa County 2nd and 3rd shift

Tyson Foods; Columbus Junction (IA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Tyson Foods is seeking a maintenance technician to troubleshoot, maintain and repair equipment across a pork processing facility. You will work on conveyors, trolley systems, rendering machinery and hydraulic/pneumatic systems, with occasional welding and basic electrical tasks.

Strong reading and documentation skills are required. Candidates should be willing to work 3rd shift and overtime, with the ability to lift 60+ lbs and operate in a cold, damp or hot environment.

Qualifications

• Must have 1 year on-the-job training.
• Experience in at least two of the following general maintenance areas: mechanical, electrical/electronic, hydraulic, PLC, welding/fabrication, AC/DC control wiring, motor control, 3-phase wiring, plumbing, conveyors, hydraulics or pneumatics.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, maintain and repair equipment and company assets to ensure a safe work environment and compliance with Tyson policies.
• Work across multiple departments in a pork processing facility; handle conveyors, trolley systems, rendering machinery, and hydraulic/pneumatic systems.
• Perform basic welding, electrical tasks, and read/interpret manuals; document work on scheduling sheets and participate in computer-based training.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Electrical troubleshooting

Hydraulic troubleshooting

Welding/Fabrication

PLC troubleshooting

Reading manuals

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Details: Job Description 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. These positions work in all departments of this pork processing facility, performing preventative maintenance repairing equipment used in production such as conveyor lines, trolley systems, Rendering machinery, and hydraulic systems. Other duties may include welding, basic electrical work, and working with pneumatic and hydraulic systems. Standing, walking, bending, stretching, climbing, pushing, pulling, and reaching are required in all areas. These positions work in a cold, damp or hot and humid environment.

REQUIRMENTS:

• MUST BE AVAILABLE TO WORK 3rd shift.
• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• 1 Year On-The-Job Training.
• Application and /or resume must show related work experience and/or training in these areas :
• Must have 1 years’ experience and or education in at least two of the following General Maintenance related areas; Mechanical troubleshooting, Electrical/Electronic troubleshooting, Hydraulic troubleshooting, PLC troubleshooting and Navigation, Welding/Fabrication, AC/DC Control Wiring, Motor Control, 3 Phase Wiring, Plumbing, Conveyor Maintenance, Hydraulics, Pneumatic systems.
• Must be available to work any department, weekends, holidays and overtime.
• Must be capable of communicating well both verbally and in writing with all levels of team members from hourly to upper management, as well as government officials.
• Must be able to read and understand manuals, execute and document work completed on scheduling sheet.
• Must be able to successfully complete computer-based training modules and understand training manuals.
• Must be willing and able to lift up to 60 plus pounds as necessary.
• Must be willing and able to work in confined space and working at heights above normal work area; use of ladders, lifts, and scaffolds; as well as any other duties as assigned by supervisor.
• Candidates hired into this position will be expected to stay on track with their training until he/she reaches level 7.
• The successful candidate must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.
• Location is accepting Rehires, rehire waiting period is 180 days from last termination date with a maximum number of employments of 3.
• 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.
• Relocation Assistance Eligible: No
• Work Shift: ALL SHIFTS (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.
• The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.
• 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.

Company Culture

Our 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.

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