Maintenance Fabricator B Night Shift Waverly NE

Tyson Foods•Waverly, NE

1d•$22 - $32•Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Fabricator fabricates new parts and repairs existing systems using various welding processes. The role also assists maintenance across the facility to help ensure it operates efficiently before, during, and/or after production. This is the B shift position in Waverly, Nebraska, with a rotating 12-hour 2-2-3 schedule. B shift hours are 5:30 p.m. to 5:30 a.m., or until assigned work is complete. Pay is $22.35–$31.95 per hour based on experience, with a $2 attendance bonus, a $2 premium, and a $3 B-shift differential. The fabricator communicates equipment malfunctions, corrective actions, and quality problems through appropriate departmental channels; follows company GMP, HACCP, PSM, policy, and safety requirements, including LOTO; supports maintenance team members with rebuilds, installations, and facility projects; completes required paperwork; performs preventive maintenance checks and inspections; completes welding projects; and tests and inspects welded structures for quality. The position may also cover the floor with maintenance associates when required and perform other duties as assigned. The work involves continuous standing and walking, frequent handling of light items, occasional lifting up to 35–50 pounds, and occasional bending, stooping, squatting, crawling, climbing, reaching, crouching, kneeling, and pushing or pulling. The work environment includes moving machinery indoors and outdoors, changing temperature and humidity, dust and fumes, occasional ladder work at unprotected heights, and exposure to dead birds and strong chicken odor. The successful candidate must be able to perform the physical requirements with or without reasonable accommodation.

Requirements

Ability to weld using GTAW, SMAW, and GMAW processes.
Ability to design, read, and interpret blueprints, including rough drafts.
Ability to use hand tools and trade-type tools.
Ability to identify industry-standard parts.
Ability to work independently or as part of a team safely and efficiently.
Willingness to work overtime.
Completion of a two-year fabrication or welding program, or two years of verifiable experience as a fabricator.
Ability to communicate effectively.
The successful candidate must be able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
Maintenance Management assessment and referral required.

Nice To Haves

Experience using the GTAW process with stainless steel is preferred.
Some training in electrical principles and troubleshooting is preferred.
General knowledge of Microsoft Office or related training is preferred.

Responsibilities

Fabricate new parts and repair existing systems using various welding processes.
Communicate equipment malfunctions, corrective actions, and quality problems through appropriate departmental channels.
Perform duties in accordance with company GMP, HACCP, PSM, company policies, and safety programs, including LOTO.
Assist maintenance team members with rebuilds, installations, and general facility projects.
Complete and maintain required paperwork, reports, and departmental forms.
Perform preventive maintenance checks and inspections on assigned equipment, report findings to a supervisor, and take appropriate action.
Complete welding projects using various ferrous materials.
Test and inspect welded structures for quality assurance.
Assist in covering the floor with maintenance associates when required.
Perform other duties as required.