Maintenance Generalist MG02 - 1st Shift - Newton, MS Hatchery

Tyson Foods; Mississippi; On-site; USD 41,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Tyson Foods is seeking a maintenance-focused candidate for a 1st shift role in Mississippi. The position involves troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair of equipment across plant departments, with an emphasis on safety and policy adherence.

Expect physical demands, data entry via handheld devices, and basic math/computer skills. Qualified candidates should have 3–5 years industrial experience, a high school diploma, and be within a 30-mile radius of the facility.

Qualifications

• Six (6) months operator experience with one employer in the previous 12 months.
• Three to five years related experience with at least three years in an industrial setting/relevant work experience.
• High School Diploma or equivalent, including Technical or Vocational Diploma preferred, or combination of equivalent experience and education in lieu of a Diploma.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, maintain, and repair equipment and assets while ensuring safety and adherence to Tyson policies.
• Perform tasks in various plant departments as needed.
• Enter data into handheld computer system; demonstrate basic math and computer skills.

Skills

Operator experience

Industrial setting

Reading & writing

Basic math

PIT certification readiness

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Technical or Vocational Diploma preferred

Job description

Job Details

• Work Hours: Tuesday - Friday 8 am to 6 pm and Saturday 8 am to 12 pm;
• $20.05/hr.; Weekend and holiday work require;
• Working in a dusty, cold, damp or hot and humid environment with slippery walking surfaces;
• Resident within 30-mile radius of the facility;
• Days and hours may vary.

Responsibilities

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 position could work in any department of the feed mill.

Standing, walking, bending, stretching, twisting, climbing, pushing and pulling up to 300lb of buggies, and reaching are required in all areas.

Lifting is required in many areas (weight depends upon area). Working on elevated surfaces is required in some areas.

Must be able to communicate both orally and in writing.

Must possess basic math and computer skills.

Must enter data into handheld computer system.

Must be able to use basic hand tools, operate power tools and all automated equipment, saws, sheet metal shears, drills, grinders and ladders as needed.

Must be able to obtain powered industrial truck certification (PIT).

Must be able to keep machines maintained and clean.

Must be able to work alongside contractors in order to ensure that our equipment is being properly utilized.

Must go through training to properly set up, operate, and shut down equipment.

The person in this position will have their performance evaluated by Tyson and vendor to ensure that the machines are being operated properly.

The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Requirements

• Six (6) months operator experience with one employer in the previous 12 months.
• Three to five years related experience with at least three years in an industrial setting/relevant work experience.
• High School Diploma or equivalent, including Technical or Vocational Diploma preferred, or combination of equivalent experience and education in a related field in lieu of a Diploma.
• Must not own, possess, or otherwise maintain any domestic, wild or exotic fowl to be considered.
• Applicant must reside in a 30-mile radius of the facility.
• Must have the ability to fabricate by welding and cutting.
• Must be able to read and write in order to follow Tyson preventive maintenance program.
• The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Rehire Criteria

• Former Tyson Team Members must be separated from the company for a minimum of 180 calendar days.
• 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.
• ALL INTERNAL CANDIDATES WILL BE CONSIDERED FIRST.
• Relocation Assistance Eligible: No.
• Work Shift: 1ST SHIFT (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.

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

• Paid time off.
• 401(k) plans.
• Affordable health, life, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits.
• More.

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