Automation Technician A-Shift

Tyson Foods • Dallas, TX

4d • Onsite

About The Position

To feed a changing world, it takes an incredible team. From the cutting board to the board room, every Tyson Foods team member plays an important role in our success. That’s where you come in. We are hiring immediately for a Automation Technician. Setting the table for your success: At Tyson Foods, our team members’ health and wellness is very important to us. We believe in helping our team members thrive inside and outside of the workplace. That’s why we’re committed to providing a holistic benefits package that provides support for you and your family. 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; paid vacation, plus earned time off; 401(k) with employer match; stock purchase program; and product purchase program. We also offer CAREER GROWTH and much more! SUMMARY: This position requires proficiency in multiple skill clusters including electricity and electronics, fluid power, mechanical systems, and manufacturing processes. The position will perform high-level machine and systems troubleshooting and repair, assist engineering and plant staff with the specification, installation, and modification of integrated systems, and provide technical support for all phases of the operation.

Requirements

• Education: Training beyond high school including either an Associate (A.S.) degree in Electronics Technology (or closely related technical field), or a combination of education and experience which may include skilled trades programs or military training.
• Experience: 2+ years of automation experience and/or industrial maintenance experience required.
• Strong knowledge of PLC programming, HMI configuration, and control systems preferred.
• Computer Skills: Standard computer skills; must have strong skills in document organization, the use of technical materials, and research techniques. Must either be proficient or become proficient in SAP Maintenance.
• Communication Skills: Must be able to communicate verbally and in writing with all team members.
• Special Skills: Must possess the 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 reside in the United States to be considered.
• No sponsorship available with this position.

Nice To Haves

• Certifications in any technical field or techniques is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform high-level machine and systems troubleshooting and repair
• Assist engineering and plant staff with the specification, installation, and modification of integrated systems
• Provide technical support for all phases of the operation

Benefits

• medical/Rx, dental, and vision coverage
• 9 paid holidays
• paid vacation, plus earned time off
• 401(k) with employer match
• stock purchase program
• product purchase program
• CAREER GROWTH

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees