Red Crew Maintenance Welder/Fabricator (1st Shift)-Broken Bow, OK

Tyson Foods

Broken Bow (NE)

On-site

USD 24,797,000 - 35,818,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Health, dental, vision benefits

Job summary

Tyson Foods, a leading protein producer, seeks a skilled welder/fabricator for its U.S. facility. The role involves fabricating and erecting metal structures, welding in TIG, ARC and MIG processes, and reading blueprints and schematics. You will operate shop tools and ensure parts meet precise tolerances, while maintaining a safe, clean workspace.

The position emphasizes reading plans, setting up equipment, and working in a team environment to support Tyson's safety-first culture.

Qualifications

Industrial Technology degree or 1 year of experience.
Ability to weld pipe; read schematics/blueprints.
Communicate effectively both written and verbally; sound judgement.
Computer skills: Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

Capable of fabricating/erecting assigned tasks using metals.
Weld with TIG, ARC, and MIG in multiple positions.
Read blueprints, specifications, sketches, and work orders.
Set up and operate welding/fabricating equipment.
Inspect parts for defects and ensure conformance.
Perform machining with lathe, drilling, tapping, etc.
Maintain tools and equipment in safe, clean condition.
Follow safety policies and procedures.

Skills

TIG welding

ARC welding

MIG welding

Blueprint reading

Calipers

Micrometers

Safe operation

Education

Industrial Technology degree

1 year experience

Tools

Metal shear

Metal brake

Drill press

Plasma cutter

Oxy-acetylene torch

Lathe

Job description

Sep 22, 2026

The base pay will be commensurate with experience.

Job Description:

Capable of fabricating/erecting assigned tasks using various types of metals, stainless steel galvanized black iron. Ranging from angle iron channel iron round flat stock etc.

Capable of performing the 3 major types of welding TIG welding ARC welding MIG welding.

Must be able to safely operate hand power tools shop equipment to include metal shear, metal brake, drill press, metal lathe, plasma cutter, oxy acetylene torch sanders, etc.

Able to weld in multiple positions – flat, vertical, horizontal, or overhead.

Must be capable of reading blueprints specifications sketches, work orders, plan layout assembly and welding operations.

Perform close tolerance to meet layout print specifications using calipers micrometers etc. as needed.

Set up and operate welding fabricating equipment to perform jobs, blueprints, sketches or verbal orders.

Examine parts for defects and measure parts to ensure conformance with specifications.

Perform machining with lathe broaching tools, drilling, tapping and other machining functions.

Maintain tools equipment in a safe clean and orderly manner including shop tools welding cutting gauges and welding equipment.

Follow company policies and procedures giving special attention to safety regulations.

Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Requirements:

Industrial Technology degree or a degree in a related field, or a minimum of 1 year of experience. (Please List experience)

Ability to weld pipe, read schematics / blueprints,

communicate effectively both written and verbally, sound judgement in project implementation.

Computer Skills: Microsoft Office, Basic computer skills.

Applicants must be able to work with others to adhere to Tyson's safety culture. If an applicant meets the minimum requirements for consideration, they may be contacted for a visit to the facility.

Prior Employee Waiting Period: If you were previously employed at Tyson, there’s a 180-day waiting period before you can reapply.
Applicants who have worked for Tyson Foods 3 or more times are not eligible for rehire.
Team members interested in transferring into this position from another Tyson facility should express interest through their local HR Partner.

Relocation Assistance Eligible:

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.

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.

Tyson Foods is a global leader in protein production, committed to delivering high-quality, sustainable, and affordable food for every table.

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Company size 10,001+ employees

Company type Public company

Total funding $1.5B Post IPO Debt

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