Maintenance Generalist MG01-MG08, 2nd shift, Iva Lee Feed Mill, AL

Tyson Foods; Attalla (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) plans

Health benefits

Job summary

Tyson Foods is seeking a maintenance technician to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain equipment across the feed mill. You will perform preventive maintenance, assist with spare parts, and keep records in line with Tyson and regulatory policies.

Candidates should have mechanical aptitude, experience with electrical/mechanical systems, welding skills, and a valid Alabama driver license. Overtime, on-call work, and safe operation of equipment are essential.

Qualifications

• Six months of industrial maintenance experience or completion of a Maintenance Training Program.
• Ability to use small tools and welders and to troubleshoot problems.
• Alabama driver license with clean driving record and willingness to work overtime.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, maintain, and repair equipment and facilities.
• Perform preventive maintenance on feed mill equipment and manage spare parts records.
• Adhere to Tyson policies, safety rules, and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical

Troubleshooting

Welding

Forklift operation

Pneumatics

Preventive maintenance

Education

Maintenance Training Program

Tools

Welding equipment

Job description

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. This includes performing preventive maintenance and maintenance upkeep on all feed blend equipment. The mill receives raw ingredients and produces a variety of different poultry feeds. Perform preventive maintenance and repair maintenance on all feed mill equipment and facilities. Troubleshoot maintenance issues as needed. Assist in spare parts inventory control and procurement. Maintain all records as required by Tyson and/or other regulatory agencies. Maintain full knowledge of and comply with all Tyson and/or other agency safety, electrical, hot works, environmental, lock out/tag out, forklift operation, rail car mover operation, boiler operation, and all other policies and/or procedures.

Requirements

• Intermediate computer skills which include proficiency in Windows based programs such as WORD and EXCEL.
• Must pass Tyson Forklift Training Test within 30 days.
• Must possess a good mechanical aptitude.
• Must have some experience with mechanical, electrical, power transmissions (gear boxes), motor control, conveyors (drags), pneumatics, plumbing, welding and fabrication.
• Experience with PLCs and hydraulics is not required but would be a plus.
• Must be able to operate small tools and welders.
• Must be able to troubleshoot problems.
• Must have an Alabama Driver License with a good driving record.
• Must be able to work extra hours, overtime, weekends, and holidays.
• Must be able to accommodate shift start changes as necessary.
• Must be willing to be called in or be on call.
• Must be able to climb vertical ladders in excess of 100 ft.
• Must be capable of lifting from 50 lbs. up to 100 lbs. (equipment, bags of ingredients, etc.).
• Must be able to stoop, bend, squat, climb, push, and pull various loads.
• Must be able to work in high, elevated areas.
• Must be able to withstand long periods of standing.
• Must be able to perform jobs with repetitive motions which utilize hand and wrist motions.
• Must be willing to wear appropriate personal protection (ear plugs, reflective vests, safety harnesses, safety goggles, dust masks, etc.) and required safety items.
• Must be able to work in inclement working conditions which includes working indoors in a hot, non-toxic airborne dusty environment where temperatures can range from 10 degrees in the winter to over 100 degrees in the summer.
• Must be willing to perform all other duties assigned.
• The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.
• Must have a minimum of six (6) months of industrial maintenance experience or be a graduate of a Maintenance Training Program. Experience/training must be documented on the application or resume. Experience may be a combination of employers as long as the total experience equals at least six (6) months.
• Must have six (6) months of continuous work history with one (1) employer within the last twenty-four (24) months, regardless of whether the position held was a Maintenance position or not.

Rehire Criteria

• Former Tyson Team Members must be separated from the company for a minimum of 180 calendar days.
• 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.

Relocation Assistance Eligible

No

Background Checks

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.

Benefits

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. Join us on the journey. At Tyson, we feed the world like family.

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