Maintenance Generalist MG04U

Tyson Foods; Albertville (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 coverage

Prescription drug benefits

Job summary

Tyson Foods is seeking a Maintenance Generalist in Alabama to perform preventive, corrective, and predictive maintenance on production equipment and facility systems in a fresh food manufacturing environment. You will ensure safety, reliability, and regulatory compliance while supporting production, sanitation, and startup processes.

The role requires handling maintenance duties across mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems, with a focus on minimizing downtime and maintaining

Qualifications

• 6 months of industrial maintenance experience in the last 12 months or verifiable schooling in a related industrial maintenance trade.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine preventive maintenance on production equipment and facility systems
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems
• Respond to equipment breakdowns to minimize downtime and restore operations quickly
• Complete corrective and emergency maintenance work as assigned
• Perform equipment adjustments, part replacements, and repairs to maintain optimal performance
• Follow work orders and document maintenance activities accurately in the CMMS
• Assist with equipment installations, upgrades, and modifications
• Conduct inspections to identify potential equipment failures, safety hazards, or maintenance needs
• Work closely with Production and Sanitation to coordinate maintenance activities
• Support sanitation and startup processes following maintenance work
• Maintain tools, equipment, and work areas in a clean and organized condition
• Comply with all OSHA, USDA, food safety, and Tyson policies and procedures
• Follow lockout/tagout (LOTO), PPE, and safe work practices at all times
• Participate in continuous improvement and reliability initiatives
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Mechanical systems

Electrical systems

Pneumatic systems

Hydraulic systems

Troubleshooting

Read schematics

CMMS

Safety awareness

Independent work

Team collaboration

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Qualification

QUALIFICATION MUST HAVE 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 within your applications work history and/or resume. Can be a combination of employers as long as it is within the past 12 months or your application will not be reviewed.

Job Description Summary

The Maintenance Generalist is responsible for performing preventive, corrective, and predictive maintenance on production equipment and facility systems to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient plant operations. This position supports production in a fresh food manufacturing environment while maintaining compliance with Tyson policies, food safety standards, and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform routine preventive maintenance on production equipment and facility systems
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems
• Respond to equipment breakdowns to minimize downtime and restore operations quickly
• Complete corrective and emergency maintenance work as assigned
• Perform equipment adjustments, part replacements, and repairs to maintain optimal performance
• Follow work orders and document maintenance activities accurately in the CMMS
• Assist with equipment installations, upgrades, and modifications
• Conduct inspections to identify potential equipment failures, safety hazards, or maintenance needs
• Work closely with Production and Sanitation to coordinate maintenance activities
• Support sanitation and startup processes following maintenance work
• Maintain tools, equipment, and work areas in a clean and organized condition
• Comply with all OSHA, USDA, food safety, and Tyson policies and procedures
• Follow lockout/tagout (LOTO), PPE, and safe work practices at all times
• Participate in continuous improvement and reliability initiatives
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills and Competencies

• Working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Ability to read and interpret manuals, schematics, and work orders
• Basic computer skills and ability to use CMMS systems
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Strong attention to safety, quality, and detail
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Physical Demands and Work Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, climb, kneel, crouch, and work in confined spaces
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds with or without assistance
• Ability to work around moving machinery, elevated platforms, and energized equipment
• Ability to work rotating shifts, weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed

Safety and Compliance Commitment

The Maintenance Generalist is expected to uphold Tyson Foods' values of integrity, respect, and excellence by performing all maintenance activities safely and in compliance with OSHA regulations, USDA requirements, food safety standards, and company policies. This role is essential to maintaining reliable operations and a safe working environment at the Plant.

Relocation Assistance

Eligible: No

Work Shift

3RD SHIFT (United States of America)

Background Check

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.

Hourly Applicants

Hourly Applicants ONLY -You must complete the task after submitting your application to provide additional information to be considered for employment.

Physical Requirement Statement

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

Equal Opportunity Employment

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.

Data Privacy Notice

If you would like to learn more about your data privacy rights and how you may use that information, please read our Job Applicant Privacy Notice here.

Recruitment Policy

Unsolicited Assistance: Tyson Foods and its subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited support from external recruitment vendors for open positions within the United States. Any resumes or candidate profiles submitted by recruitment vendors or headhunters to any employee or applicant tracking system at Tyson Foods or its subsidiaries, without a valid written request and search agreement approved by HR, will be considered the property of Tyson Foods. No fees will be paid if the candidate is hired due to an unsolicited referral.

Company Culture & Growth

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.

Accessibility

If you are unable to apply for career opportunities through use of this site due to an impairment or disability, please contact [phone] for further assistance.

Physical Requirements Statement (duplicate)

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