Maintenance Generalist (1st Shift)-Gadsden, AL

Tyson Foods•Gadsden, AL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

General Maintenance positions are responsible for keeping machinery running to maintain continuous production. This role involves setting up, adjusting, and breaking down production line machinery. The position requires learning Tyson SAP software for work orders and daily documentation, basic math skills for machinery computations, and the ability to read and write. The role also involves clear communication with management and team members regarding equipment repair status. Successful candidates must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

Requirements

At least 6 months of industrial maintenance experience within the last 12 months or verifiable schooling in a relevant industrial maintenance trade in lieu of experience documented in the work history of the application.
Ability to work with others to adhere to Tyson's safety culture.
Ability to read and write.
Ability to use math as needed to make work-related computations for machinery, fluid capacities, etc.
Willing and able to lift 70 lbs. with assistance on a daily basis.
Able to work on your feet for 12 hours.
Willing to complete all required training for the job.
Able to communicate clearly with Upper Management and team members via phone, in person, and in writing regarding the status of equipment repairs.
Able to use Forklifts, Pallet Jacks, Ladders, Fall Protection, and Lock Out Tag Out.

Nice To Haves

Prior Employee Waiting Period: If you were previously employed at Tyson, there’s a 90-day waiting period before you can reapply. Applicants who have worked for Tyson Foods 3 or more times are not eligible for rehire.
Team members interested in transferring into this position from another Tyson facility should express interest through their local HR Partner.
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Any Prior Workers that need to update their phone number please call 1-479-290-8915
Certain roles at Tyson require background checks. If you are offered a position that requires a background check you will be provided additional documentation to complete once an offer has been extended.
Hourly Applicants ONLY -You must complete the task after submitting your application to provide additional information to be considered for employment.

Responsibilities

Keep machinery running to maintain continuous production.
Set up, adjust, and break down production line machinery.
Learn and use Tyson SAP software to make work orders and fill out daily documentation.
Use math as needed for machinery computations, fluid capacities, etc.
Lift 70 lbs. with assistance on a daily basis.
Work on your feet for 12 hours.
Complete all required training for the job.
Communicate clearly with Upper Management and team members via phone, in person, and in writing regarding the status of equipment repairs.
Use Forklifts, Pallet Jacks, Ladders, Fall Protection, and Lock Out Tag Out.