About The Position

If you are looking to make an impact in a meaningful way, join us at Tyson Foods where we feed the world like family! We create quality products in a safe work environment. Waterloo KPR produces fully cooked, ready-to-eat products. Benefits Effective Day 1! 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. This job posting is for 2nd shift with a rotational work schedule of 3 - 12 hours days 1 week and 4 - 12 hours days the next week. The work hours are generally 12 hours a day and the shift generally starts at 6:00 p.m. The starting base rate of pay is $26.05/hour, plus a shift premium of $2.00/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 and weekends, as needed.

Requirements

  • At least one year of mechanic work experience with one or a combination of employers or be a graduate of an industrial maintenance training program
  • At least six months of continuous employment with one employer in the past two years
  • 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.
  • Willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.
  • Willing and able to lift, carry, push, and pull 70+ lbs. below waist, at waist level, and above shoulder level
  • Willing and able to climb up and down stairs to get to/from work areas, work at elevated levels, various heights, and in confined spaces, as applicable
  • Willing and able to stand, walk, and perform job up to 10-12 hours/day, with appropriate breaks
  • Willing and able to bend, stoop, twist, stretch, climb, push, pull, and reach above, below, and across at shoulder level
  • Willing and able 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
  • Willing and able to flex/grip with wrists/hands and use maintenance tools
  • Willing and able 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.

Nice To Haves

  • Candidates who have previously worked for Tyson will have a minimum rehire waiting period of 180 days and are limited to 3 times of employment.

Responsibilities

  • Troubleshooting, maintaining, and repairing all equipment and company assets while maintaining a safe work environment and adhering to Tyson policies and procedures.
  • Keeping machinery running to maintain continuous production.
  • 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.
  • Performing work involving hydraulics, pneumatic, electrical, and mechanics in general, as well as some welding.
  • Setting up, adjusting, and breaking down production line machinery and completing daily documentation, as required.
  • Ensuring safety, including personal safety and food safety.
  • Complying with all company and USDA policies/guidelines and reporting known or suspected violations.
  • Attending monthly and annual required training (e.g., Safety, HACCP, HR topics, LOTO, PIT).
  • Using basic computer skills to navigate systems, perform data entry, and complete training.
  • Reading manuals to repair equipment safely and following all safety protocols.
  • Recording information using company-provided forms and procedures.
  • Reporting to work as scheduled and working scheduled hours to meet job expectations, having flexibility to work other jobs, as needed, and work weekends and overtime, as needed.
  • Working professionally and respectfully with others while demonstrating positive interpersonal skills, and communicating effectively with all team members and management.
  • Demonstrating strong attention to detail, accuracy, and thoroughness.
  • Wearing personal protective equipment (PPE), including hard hat, safety glasses, ear protection (plugs or muffs), hair net / beard guard, steel-toed boots, and gloves.
  • Performing other duties, as assigned.

Benefits

  • Paid time off
  • 401(k) plans
  • Affordable health, life, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits
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