1st Shift- Maintenance Generalist- Eufaula Fresh Plant

Tyson Foods, Inc.•Baker Hill, AL

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Generalist troubleshoots, maintains, and repairs equipment and company assets while maintaining a safe work environment and following Tyson policies and procedures. The role responds to mechanical or electrical breakdowns and emergencies, performs preventive maintenance, lubricates equipment, documents repairs, and completes related paperwork and reports. The Maintenance Generalist must be able to diagnose and repair problems without supervision and start equipment before production startup and shutdown without supervision. The position may also involve assisting other mechanics, performing janitorial services, and completing other assigned duties. The work environment may be dusty, warm, humid, and subject to temperatures that vary with outdoor conditions. It may require working in damp, cold, or hot environments. This position is slated only for team members currently working at this facility or complex. A 180-day rehire waiting period and a three-times maximum rehire rule apply.

Requirements

At least two years of maintenance experience, graduation from an Industrial Maintenance Training program, or a combination of experience and education meeting the two-year requirement.
List relevant job experience, skills, and education information on the application.
Good interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to understand technical mechanical concepts.
Strong organizational skills.
Ability to diagnose and repair equipment without supervision.
Ability to perform all duties of the position and meet its physical requirements, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Ability to stand for 8–10 hours a day and to stand, walk, bend, stretch, climb, push, pull, stoop, and climb ladders.
Ability to lift 50–70 pounds or more.
Willingness to work in damp, cold, or hot environments and reach above shoulder level.
Must wear required PPE, including ear protection, a hair net, and a beard guard.
Must have or be able to obtain a Tyson operator’s license for a pallet jack or forklift, if necessary.
Must be willing to complete required job training.
Must be willing to shower and change clothing and footwear before entering the biosecure facility if required; company-provided clothing and footwear are available.
No jewelry may be worn at the jobsite except medical ID jewelry.
Must be willing to sign an agreement to avoid avian species and to sign and follow Company Biosecurity and Animal Welfare Guidelines.

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot, maintain, and repair equipment and company assets while following safety requirements and company policies and procedures.
Diagnose and repair mechanical malfunctions, including basic electrical troubleshooting and repairs.
Respond to mechanical or electrical breakdowns and handle emergency situations.
Prepare written documentation of actions taken to correct equipment problems.
Lubricate equipment with grease and oils.
Perform scheduled preventive maintenance.
Complete appropriate paperwork and reports.
Comply with lockout/tagout, confined-space, and other safety programs.
Start all equipment before production startup and shutdown without supervision.
Assist other mechanics as needed.
Perform janitorial services if needed and other duties as assigned.