Plant Maintenance Technician - 1st Shift

Tyson Foods; Humboldt (IA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Telehealth services

Well-Being programs

401k

Stock purchase plan

Company paid life insurance

Disability insurance

Fully funded education

Discount program

On-site day care

Job summary

Tyson Foods in Humboldt, IA is seeking a General Maintenance Technician to troubleshoot, maintain and repair plant equipment. You will participate in set-up, adjustment and breakdown of production line machinery and support safe, compliant operations.

You will learn Tyson SAP to create work orders, document daily activities, and communicate clearly with team members, supervisors and USDA staff. The role requires physical stamina, the ability to lift 50 lbs, and extended 12-hour shifts on site.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months of mechanic work experience or graduate of an industrial maintenance program.
• Knowledge of industrial hydraulics, pneumatics, electrical, electronics, plumbing and welding.
• PLC knowledge is a plus; strong electronic skills required.
• Must be able to read and follow instructions and complete documentation.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, maintain, and repair equipment to keep production running.
• Set up, adjust, and break down production line machinery.
• Learn Tyson SAP to create work orders and record daily activities.
• Communicate effectively with team members, producers, USDA personnel and drivers.
• Perform calculations for machinery, fluid capacities, etc., and lift up to 50 lbs.

Skills

Attention to detail

Verbal and written communication

Math for computations

Education

Industrial maintenance training program

Tools

SAP

Job description

Tyson Foods in Humboldt, IA is seeking a General Maintenance Technician to troubleshoot, maintain and repair plant equipment. You will participate in set-up, adjustment and breakdown of production line machinery and support safe, compliant operations.

You will learn Tyson SAP to create work orders, document daily activities, and communicate clearly with team members, supervisors and USDA staff. The role requires physical stamina, the ability to lift 50 lbs, and extended 12-hour shifts on site.