About The Position
The Maintenance Generalist performs preventive, corrective, and predictive maintenance on production equipment and facility systems to support safe, reliable, and efficient plant operations. The role supports production in a fresh food manufacturing environment and follows Tyson policies, food safety standards, and regulatory requirements. The position involves maintaining equipment in raw and fresh product processing areas, protecting food safety and preventing contamination, and coordinating maintenance around production schedules and sanitation windows. Work takes place in temperature-controlled environments with exposure to moisture, cleaning chemicals, and production equipment. This is a second-shift role in Wilkesboro, North Carolina, with an additional $2.00 shift differential. Pay is commensurate with experience. Candidates must have at least six months of general maintenance experience with one employer within the past 12 months, or equivalent school training documented in the application or resume, and a valid state driver’s license. Motor vehicle requirements include being at least 18 and having no DUI/DWI within the past 12 months. An official motor vehicle record must be checked after the offer and received by Tyson before the applicant can be moved into the position. Candidates must be able to understand labels, read recipes, follow instructions, and communicate effectively. Candidates who have worked for Tyson Foods or Tyson affiliates three or more times are ineligible for rehire; rehires are subject to a 91-day waiting period. The role may require rotating shifts, weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed. The successful candidate must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job, with or without a reasonable accommodation.
Requirements
- At least six months of previous general maintenance experience with a single employer within the past 12 months, or equivalent school training listed in the application work history or uploaded resume.
- Valid state driver’s license.
- Meet the motor vehicle requirement: at least 18 years old and no DUI/DWI within the last 12 months.
- An official motor vehicle record must be checked after the offer and received by Tyson before the applicant can be moved into the position.
- Ability to understand labels, read recipes, follow instructions, and communicate effectively.
- Working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to read and interpret manuals, schematics, and work orders.
- Basic computer skills and ability to use CMMS systems.
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
- Strong attention to safety, quality, and detail.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Ability to stand, walk, climb, kneel, crouch, and work in confined spaces.
- Ability to lift up to 75 pounds with or without assistance.
- Ability to work around moving machinery, elevated platforms, and energized equipment.
- Willingness and ability to perform the physical requirements of the job, with or without a reasonable accommodation.
- Ability to work rotating shifts, weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed.
- Candidates who have worked for Tyson Foods or Tyson affiliates three or more times are not eligible for rehire; rehires are subject to a 91-day waiting period.
Responsibilities
- Perform routine preventive maintenance on production equipment and facility systems.
- Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
- Respond to equipment breakdowns to minimize downtime and restore operations quickly.
- Complete corrective and emergency maintenance work as assigned.
- Adjust equipment, replace parts, and make repairs to maintain optimal performance.
- Follow work orders and accurately document maintenance activities in the CMMS.
- Assist with equipment installations, upgrades, and modifications.
- Inspect equipment to identify potential failures, safety hazards, and maintenance needs.
- Coordinate maintenance activities with Production and Sanitation.
- Support sanitation and startup processes after maintenance work.
- Keep tools, equipment, and work areas clean and organized.
- Comply with OSHA, USDA, food safety, and Tyson policies and procedures.
- Follow lockout/tagout (LOTO), PPE, and safe work practices.
- Participate in continuous improvement and reliability initiatives.
- Perform other duties as assigned, including duties tasked by administration.
- Perform maintenance in raw and fresh product processing areas while protecting food safety and preventing contamination.
- Coordinate work around production schedules and sanitation windows.
Benefits
- Paid time off
- 401(k) plan
- Affordable health benefits
- Life insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Prescription drug benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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