Maintenance Fabricator 1st Shift Waverly NE

Tyson FoodsWaverly, NE
Onsite

About The Position

The fabricator is in charge of fabricating new parts and repairing existing systems using various welding processes. This position assists maintenance in all areas to ensure that the facility runs at peak efficiency before, during, and/or after production.

Requirements

  • Ability to weld using GTAW, SMAW, and GMAW Processes. Primarily stainless steel GTAW.
  • Must be able to design, read and interpret blue prints including rough drafts
  • Ability to use hand tools and trade type tools
  • Able to identify industry-standard parts
  • Able to work independently or as a team in a safe and efficient manner
  • Willingness to work overtime
  • Maintenance Management assessment, and referral required
  • A two-year program in fabrication or welding or have 2 years verifiable experience as a fabricator, and experience using GTAW process with stainless steel is preferred
  • Some training in electrical principals and troubleshooting preferred.
  • Must be able to communicate effectively.
  • Computer skills.
  • General knowledge of Microsoft Office knowledge or training preferred.
  • Stand/Walk: Continuously (at least 8 hours a day)
  • Lift/Carry: Frequently (1-10 lbs.), occasionally (up to 35-50 lbs.)
  • Grasp: Frequently (3-4 hours a day)
  • Occasionally (1-3 hours a day); bend/stoop, squat, crawl, climb, reach above shoulder, crouch, kneel, push/pull
  • Continuously working around moving machinery, both inside and out with changes in temperature and humidity, exposure to dust and fumes, occasionally working on a ladder at unprotected heights, around and amongst dead birds and a strong chicken odor

Responsibilities

  • Communicate through appropriate departmental channels, equipment malfunctions and corrective action taken as well as quality problems
  • Perform essential duties within guidelines of company GMP’s, HAACP, PSM Program, Company Policies and Safety Programs (LOTO)
  • Assist in working with all Maintenance team members on rebuilds, installs and general projects throughout the facility
  • Complete and maintain all required paperwork, reports, and departmental forms
  • Perform preventive maintenance check and inspection on assigned equipment, report findings to 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.
  • Other duties as required

Benefits

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