Automation Technician 7 (3rd Shift) – New London Prepared Foods Plant

Tyson•New London, WI

19d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining automated systems and equipment. It provides technical support for electrical, electronic, mechanical, fluid power, and manufacturing systems. The role assists with installing and modifying integrated systems, supports plant operations, and provides guidance to team members in the supervisor’s absence. Other duties may be assigned. The position is based at Tyson Foods’ New London Prepared Foods Plant. The listed schedule is Monday through Friday, with work every other weekend, from 10:00 PM to 6:30 AM, with flexibility as needed. The posting also lists “2ND SHIFT” in its shift designation. Pay is $41.92 per hour plus a shift differential; the position is eligible for overtime and is paid weekly. Candidates must reside in the United States, and sponsorship and relocation assistance are not available. Local candidates will be given priority.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 4 years of automation experience and/or industrial maintenance experience.
Experience repairing and troubleshooting electrical systems, electrical controls, PLCs, and mechanical systems.
Standard computer skills, with strong skills in document organization, use of technical materials, and research techniques.
Must be proficient in SAP Maintenance or become proficient.
Ability to communicate verbally and in writing with all team members.
Ability to function effectively in a team environment and interact productively with all levels of management and operations personnel.
Critical-thinking and problem-solving skills, with strong interpersonal skills.
Must be able and willing to work every other weekend.
Must reside in the United States; sponsorship is not available.
Must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Travel of 1–5 trips per year outside the assigned location.

Nice To Haves

Training beyond high school, such as an Associate of Science degree in Electronics Technology or a closely related technical field, skilled trades program experience, or military training.
Submitting a resume in Word or PDF format is highly recommended.

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain automated systems and equipment.
Provide technical support for electrical, electronic, mechanical, fluid power, and manufacturing systems.
Assist with the installation and modification of integrated systems.
Support plant operations.
Provide guidance to team members in the supervisor’s absence.
Perform other duties as assigned.