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.

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
  • 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.

Nice To Haves

  • Applicants will be considered for General Maintenance level openings. Leveling (pay) is determined during the interview process based on skillset, knowledge, and experience.

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. 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).
  • 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 wear personal protective equipment (PPE), including hard hat, safety glasses, ear protection (plugs or muffs), hair net / beard guard, steel-toed boots, and gloves.
  • Performs other duties, as assigned.

Benefits

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