Industrial Maintenance Mechanic 3rd Shift - Amherst, OH

Tyson Foods•Amherst, OH

8d•$25 - $36•Onsite

About The Position

Tyson Foods is hiring Industrial Maintenance Mechanics at all experience levels for a full-time, third-shift position in Amherst, Ohio. Maintenance Mechanics perform skilled work involving operation, predictive and preventive maintenance, and repair of the facility’s real property, powered industrial trucks, and plant utility systems. Pay is $25.00 to $35.80 per hour, commensurate with experience, with a third-shift differential and potential overtime. Candidates must have at least six months of documented mechanic work experience or be a graduate of an industrial maintenance training program. HVAC/R program training, CIRO/CARO certification, or relevant field experience may qualify; candidates without training must have at least six months of experience working with an ammonia system. The work may take place in a cold, wet, humid environment with temperatures ranging from 35 to 50 degrees. A flexible schedule, overtime, and weekends may be required. Relocation assistance is not available.

Requirements

At least six months of mechanic work experience documented in the application’s work history, or graduation from an industrial maintenance training program.
For candidates without the specified training, at least six months of experience within an ammonia system.
Ability and willingness to work effectively under time constraints and use measurement devices.
Ability and willingness to perform assigned electrical and mechanical predictive and preventive maintenance.
Ability and willingness to work overtime and/or weekends as needed.
Ability and willingness to meet the stated physical requirements, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

HVAC/R program training.
CIRO/CARO certification or training in a related field.

Responsibilities

Follow company personnel safety, food safety, attendance, and GMP policies.
Support daily plant operations, including setup and breakdown activities.
Help maximize plant efficiencies, reduce costs, and maintain product quality.
Complete daily log sheets and communicate effectively; recognize and report unsafe conditions and mechanical concerns.
Assist in maintaining an accurate and relevant mechanical inventory.
Change out parts accurately and consistently.
Perform lubrication, conveyor belt repairs, power train and bearing maintenance, motor and gearbox replacement, and fork truck and pallet jack maintenance.
Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical and electrical equipment in a timely manner.
Perform electrical and mechanical predictive and preventive maintenance as assigned.
Work effectively within time constraints and use measurement devices.
Work overtime and/or weekends as needed.