Maintenance Generalist 3rd Shift Waverly NE

Tyson Foods•Waverly, NE

1d•$23 - $33•Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Generalist is responsible for troubleshooting and repairing equipment and providing technical support across all phases of operations, including preventive maintenance. The role sets up and adjusts production equipment for optimal performance, inspects machinery for potential malfunctions, replaces or installs parts, lubricates machine components, and completes preventive maintenance and work orders in a timely manner. Employees must follow safety guidelines and perform other assigned duties. The position works a rotating 12-hour 2-2-3 schedule. The posting lists first-shift hours as 5:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m. and B-shift hours as 5:30 p.m.–5:30 a.m., or until assigned work is completed. The role involves working around moving machinery indoors and outdoors, with changing temperature and humidity, dust and fumes, occasional ladder work at unprotected heights, and exposure to dead birds and strong chicken odor. Physical demands include continuous standing and walking, frequent grasping and light lifting, occasional lifting up to 35–50 pounds, and occasional bending, stooping, squatting, crawling, climbing, reaching above the shoulder, crouching, kneeling, and pushing or pulling.

Requirements

Through knowledge of troubleshooting techniques.
Ability to work independently.
Attention to detail and ability to solve practical problems.
Good safety and attendance record and strong interpersonal skills.
Demonstrated skills with AC/DC circuits and industrial electrical systems.
Experience with electrical safety and lockout/tagout processes and procedures.
Knowledge of the theory and application of electronic devices, including industrial semiconductors, solid-state drives, and industrial control systems.
Experience operating PLC systems and control and data-collection instrumentation and transducers.
Working knowledge and skills with tools and components used to maintain and repair mechanical systems, including bearings, gears, clutches, belts, and seals.
Ability to troubleshoot and maintain hydraulic and pneumatic components and systems.
Ability to repair pumps and fluid-control systems.
Ability to communicate effectively.
Computer skills.

Nice To Haves

Certifications in any technical field or techniques.
Basic microcomputer skills for understanding microprocessor operation and interfacing characteristics.
PLC experience including basic system configuration, hardware relay-equivalent instructions, timers, counters, data manipulation, data communications, advanced programming commands, interfacing, troubleshooting, application, and program development.
Demonstrated skills or training in electronic motor-drive technologies, including servo motors, encoders, tachometers, electronic and mechanical brakes and clutches, closed-loop systems, DC servo, AC variable frequency, AC servo, and stepper systems.
Ability to use test equipment such as multimeters, meggers, vibration analysis equipment, infrared scanners, and sonic testers.
Associate degree in Mechanics/Automotive or Electrical Technology.
1–2 years of experience in facility maintenance and/or as an automotive mechanic.
Training in electrical principles and troubleshooting.
Knowledge of or training in Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

Set up equipment and machines for optimal performance throughout the production day.
Adjust production machines and related equipment according to maintenance schedules, manufacturers’ service manuals, and production tolerances.
Inspect machines and troubleshoot to detect potential malfunctions.
Replace repaired parts or install new parts to restore machines to operating condition.
Lubricate grease fittings and moving machine parts and perform other preventive maintenance as directed by supervisors.
Complete preventive maintenance and work orders in a timely manner.
Work within safety guidelines at all times.
Perform other duties as assigned.