Maintenance Generalist - 1st Shift - Waterloo KPR
Tyson Foods, Inc.

Job Details:

Tyson Foods was named as One of America's Most JUST Companies for a 5th year! This is a reflection of the work we do to support our team members and the customers, consumers, and the communities we serve.

• We invest in our team members and their success by providing resources like BENEFITS ON DAY ONE OF EMPLOYMENT and FREE EDUCATION!
  

Benefits include: medical/Rx, dental, and vision coverage; 9 paid holidays; 1 week of paid vacation after 6 months, plus earned time off; 401(k) with employer match; stock purchase program; and product purchase program. We also offer CAREER GROWTH and much more!

Whether you are seeking a job for right now or a career for forever - Tyson has what you are looking for! Tyson has a committed track record of promoting from within because we believe our Team Members can grow into the best leaders.

If you are looking to make an impact in a meaningful way, join us at Tyson Foods where we are raising the world's expectations for how much good food can do! We create quality products in a safe work environment.Waterloo KPR produces fully cooked, ready-to-eat products.

This location is accepting rehires must wait a minimum of 180 days after last employment. If you have worked for Tyson more than three times you are no longer eligible to be employed at this facility.

This job posting is for 1st shift with a rotational work schedule of 4 days on, 3 days off, and then 3 days on, 4 days off the next week. The work hours are generally 10 hours a day and the shift starts at 5:00 a.m. The starting base rate of pay is $24.80/hour. Starting pay can be higher based on experience. This position is also eligible for overtime pay. Team members must be willing to work overtime, weekends, and some holidays, as needed.

To be considered for employment, you must provide your social security number at the end of the application under National ID# (after seeing "Congratulations").

Job Responsibilities:

• This position is responsible for troubleshooting, maintaining, and repairing all equipment and company assets while maintaining a safe work environment and adhering to Tyson policies and procedures.
  

• Responsible for keeping machinery running to maintain continuous production. This includes repairing and maintaining the operating conditions of the machinery and equipment, and troubleshooting problems that occur in the day-to-day operation of the facility.
  

• Performs work involving hydraulics, pneumatic electrical, and mechanics in general, as well as some welding.
  

• Sets up, adjusts, and breaks down production line machinery and completes daily documentation, as required.
  

• All team members are responsible for safety, including but not limited to, personal safety and food safety
  

• Complies with all company and USDA policies/guidelines and reports known or suspected violations
  

• Attends monthly and annual required training (e.g., Safety, HACCP, HR topics, LOTO, PIT)
  

• Performs other duties, as assigned.
  

Job Requirements:

• At least six (6) months of mechanic work experience with one or a combination of employers, or be a graduate of an industrial maintenance training program
  

• At least six (6) months of continuous employment with one employer in the past two (2) years
  

• Requires basic computer skills to navigate systems, perform data entry, and complete training
  

• Ability to read manuals to repair equipment safely and to follow all safety protocols
  

• Ability to record information using company-provided forms and procedures
  

• Ability to report to work as scheduled and work scheduled hours to meet job expectations, have flexibility to work other jobs, as needed, and work weekends and overtime, as needed
  

• Ability to work professionally and respectfully with others while demonstrating positive interpersonal skills, and communicates effectively with all team members and management
  

• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and thoroughness
  

• Ability to climb up and down stairs to get to/from work areas, work at elevated levels, various heights, and in confined spaces, as applicable
  

• Ability to stand, walk, and perform job up to 10-12 hours/day, with appropriate breaks
  

• Requires bending, stooping, twisting, stretching, climbing, pushing, pulling, and reaching above, below, and across at shoulder level
  

• Ability to work in an environment where extreme temperatures range seasonally from hot/warm to cold, where conditions may be damp and/or wet, and concrete floors may be slippery in some areas
  

• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull 70+ lbs. below waist, at waist level, and above shoulder level
  

• Ability to flex/grip with wrists/hands and use maintenance tools
  

• Ability to wear personal protective equipment (PPE), including hard hat, safety glasses, ear protection (plugs or muffs), hair net / beard guard, steel-toed boots, and gloves
  

Relocation Assistance Eligible:
No

Work Shift:

A Shift (United States of America)

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

Tyson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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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