About The Position
The Maintenance Generalist is responsible for performing preventive, corrective, and predictive maintenance on production equipment and facility systems to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient plant operations. This position supports production in a fresh food manufacturing environment while maintaining compliance with Tyson policies, food safety standards, and regulatory requirements. The role involves working in a fresh plant environment, performing maintenance in raw and fresh product processing areas, and ensuring all maintenance activities protect food safety and prevent contamination. Work is performed in temperature-controlled environments with exposure to moisture, cleaning chemicals, and production equipment. Maintenance work is coordinated around production schedules and sanitation windows.
Requirements
- 6 months of previous general maintenance experience with a single employer within the past 12 months or equivalent school training listed in the work history section of the application or uploaded resume
- Must have a valid State Driver's License
- Motor Vehicle Requirement (18 years of age, valid state driver's license, and no DUI/DWI’s within the last 12 months)
- Ability to understand labels, read recipes, follow instructions, and communicate effectively
- Willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation
- 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
- Ability to work rotating shifts, weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed
- Uphold Tyson Foods’ values of integrity, respect, and excellence by performing all maintenance activities safely and in compliance with OSHA regulations, USDA requirements, food safety standards, and company policies.
Nice To Haves
- Technical training in industrial maintenance, electrical, mechanical, or related field preferred
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
- Perform equipment adjustments, part replacements, and repairs to maintain optimal performance
- Follow work orders and document maintenance activities accurately in the CMMS
- Assist with equipment installations, upgrades, and modifications
- Conduct inspections to identify potential equipment failures, safety hazards, or maintenance needs
- Work closely with Production and Sanitation to coordinate maintenance activities
- Support sanitation and startup processes following maintenance work
- Maintain tools, equipment, and work areas in a clean and organized condition
- Comply with all OSHA, USDA, food safety, and Tyson policies and procedures
- Follow lockout/tagout (LOTO), PPE, and safe work practices at all times
- Participate in continuous improvement and reliability initiatives
- Perform other duties as assigned
- Perform maintenance in raw and fresh product processing areas
- Ensure all maintenance activities protect food safety and prevent contamination
- Work in temperature-controlled environments with exposure to moisture, cleaning chemicals, and production equipment
- Coordinate maintenance work around production schedules and sanitation windows
Benefits
- MEDICAL, DENTAL, and VISION INSURANCE
- Telehealth services
- Well-Being Support Programs
- FSA and HSA available
- 401k
- Stock Purchase Plan
- Company Paid Life Insurance
- Short-Term & Long- Term Disability
- Fully Funded Education
- Discount Program
- Paid time off
- 401(k) plans
- Affordable health, life, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
