Job Details:

Pay: Pay is dependent upon MG level experience.

Hours: All Shifts

Maintenance Mechanics Generalist must possess: Minimum of 6 months mechanic work experience and or education documented in the work/education history section of the application in order to be considered. This can be a combination of employers/education, if equal to at least 6 months

This position is slated for team members who are currently working at this facility or complex only.

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

Rehires are subject to a 3-month waiting period.

Candidates who have worked for Tyson Foods or its subsidiaries 3 or more times will be disqualified.

This position is responsible for assisting the Supervisor in coordinating the daily responsibilities of the department by ensuring the Supervisor’s instructions are communicated to the team members and carried out timely and correct manner. This position is also responsible for troubleshooting, maintaining, and repairing all equipment and company assets while maintaining a safe work environment and adhering to Tyson's policies and procedures.

Demonstrate ability to work well with team members at all levels. Must also set an example for others in all policy areas from hygiene to safety.

Must safely participate in maintenance testing/hands-on in all these areas:  Maintenance Fundamentals/Troubleshooting, Inspection, Welding, Print Reading/Schematics, Pneumatics, Hydraulics, Machine Shop Tool Practices/Technology, Electrical Systems, Electronics, PLCs/Logic/VFDs, Robotics, Plumbing/Pipefitting, Power Transmissions, and Mechanical Skills.

Responsible for safely performing repairs and preventative maintenance of all plant equipment.

Capable of directing Maintenance team members in the absence of a supervisor. Delegates and assigns tasks/projects to the Maintenance crew as directed by the supervisor.

Must be organized and detail oriented.

Must be able to perform essential job functions to standard within 20 days.

Occasional lifting may be required. good math skills (high school level), must always observe & comply with hygiene and safety procedures. Must be able to work in a cold and wet environment, work flexible hours, and some weekends.

Must be able to read, write, and use a computer competently.

Must keep less than 7 points.

Prior Lead experience is a plus.

Must become a member of the Hazmat Team.

Must stay compliant with all Safety, GMP, and Environmental training. We strongly encourage TM to be at M Level 8 within 2 Years. Must be able to help and teach New Hires within their department.

Must be at M Level 5 or test up to M Level 5 within a year of accepting this job. Must stay compliant with all Safety, GMP, and Environmental training. We strongly encourage TM to be at M Level 8 within 2 Years. Must be able to help and teach New Hires within their department. 

Relocation Assistance Eligible:

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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.

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