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About this Welder Fabricators Maintenance Generalist - MG06-1st shift-Danville, VA role at Tyson Foods

Tyson Foods · Onsite · Danville Plant - Danville, Virginia

Job Details:


This Tyson facility is not accepting rehires at this time



Job Posting:

  • 1st Shift
  • Full Time
  • Ringgold, VA

Pay Level - $33.05



Essential Duties

  • 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.
  • Must be proficient in AutoCAD or other design software.
  • 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.



Welder/Fabricator Maintenance applicants must possess:  Industrial Technology degree or a degree in a related field, or a minimum of 3 years of experience. Ability to weld pipe, read schematics / blueprints, communicate effectively both written and verbally, sound judgement in project implementation.


Computer Skills: Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, Basic computer skills.



We offer a full range of benefits and perks including:

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Telehealth services
  • Well-Being Support Programs
  • FSA and HSA available
  • 401k
  • Stock Purchase Plan
  • Company Paid Life Insurance
  • Short-Term & Long- Term Disability
  • Fully Funded Education
  • Discount Program


Relocation Assistance Eligible:

No

Work Shift:

1ST SHIFT (United States of America)

Pay Range/Rate:

$33.05

Incentives:

Annual Incentive Plan:

No

Long-Term Incentive Plan:

No

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.

Any listed amounts represent the base pay range. Additional compensation may be available for this position based on various factors such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonuses. Pay is just one part of Tyson’s total compensation package.


Tyson will develop an offer based on a candidate's or team member’s relevant skills and capabilities, the market data for the role described in this requisition, internal equity, and other information relevant to the candidate and role.


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


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.


CCPA Notice. If you are a California resident, and would like to learn more about what categories of personal information we collect when you apply for this job, and how we may use that information, please read our CCPA Job Applicant Notice at Collection, click here.

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How this Welder salary compares

This role pays $68,744/yr — above the typical range for Welder roles.

$45,261 median $54,964 $74,940

Typical range $50,029–$62,166/yr, from 311 comparable Welder listings on JobsRadar (pay annualized to USD). See Welder salary insights →

About Tyson Foods

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