Industrial Maintenance Mechanic - A Shift - Dallas Plant

Job Details:

If you are looking to make an impact in a meaningful way, join us at Tyson Foods where we are raising the world’s expectations for how much good food can do!  We create quality products in a safe environment for our team members.  We offer great benefits and advancement opportunities. This facility operates six days a week and produces Pepperoni.   

 

ATTN Prior Tyson Workers:

Candidates who have previously worked for Tyson will have a minimum rehire waiting period of 180 days and are limited to 3 times of employment. 

 

Communication with applicants will be attempted through contact information provided on application: via email, phone calls, and SMS messages. Please ensure all contact information is correct and up to date.

 

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: (Experience must be documented on your application)

• Must have 6 months of Industrial Maintenance Experience

    

JOB DESCRIPTION

 

POSITION SUMMARY: Food Production - Maintenance Generalist - Full-Time

 

Starting pay: $24.80/HR to $35.45/HR (Pay commensurate with experience)  

 

The Maintenance Technician safely operates and performs a variety of maintenance activities including corrective maintenance (CM), preventative maintenance (PM), and predictive maintenance (PdM) for various computer/PLC controlled production equipment including but not limited to machineries in facility work with machinery that uses compressed air, water, steam, gas, electrical, pumping and controls systems. Must be able to safely apply knowledge and troubleshooting skills to all assigned production equipment and have the ability to effectively interact with all plant personnel to accomplish plant and individual goals.  

   

RESPONSIBILITIES: (Include, but are not limited to the following)

• Perform daily, weekly, monthly, semi-annual, and annual maintenance plans and activities in a safe, proper and timely manner while constantly maintaining a high level of craftsmanship. Assist in training of other plant personnel.  
• Utilize the CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) to assist in the development and the execution and follow-up on maintenance activities including but not limited to inspections, calibrations, repairs and rebuilds.  
• Complete all required documentation accurately and in a timely manner.  
• Use and maintain all tools properly.  
• With assistance develop ability to provide corrective actions to all levels of equipment/system failures utilizing root cause analysis and troubleshooting techniques.  
• With assistance demonstrate ability to utilize advanced maintenance techniques and tools such as thermo-graphic, ultrasonic and vibration analysis to assess the health of production equipment and predict failures before they occur. 
• Repair, modification and improvement of assigned production equipment with precision maintenance techniques as necessary.  
• Identify and/or corrects potentially hazardous conditions.  
• Must be willing and able to safely operate a forklift.  
• Safely perform work, including adherence to Tyson Brands policies such as lock-out-tag-out (LOTO), hot work permit and confined space entry.  
• Works closely with Maintenance Supervisors and Maintenance Planners to develop opportunities for continuous improvement.  
• Assist in the development of individual performance objectives.  
• Work cooperatively in a maintenance culture that is focused on continuous improvement (LEAN), positive morale and exceptional levels of customer service.  
• Understand and comply with all applicable Tyson Brands and governing agency policies by which we manage our business.  
• Previous experience, special training, and formal education in a mechanical capacity is preferred for this outlined position. 
• The position requires strong communication skills.  
• Must be willing and able to understand technical and training manuals. 
• Applicant must currently be forklift certified or able to get certified. 
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.  

   

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation. 

• Must be willing and able to push/pull/lift 75 pounds 
• Must be willing and able to stand, walk, bend, stretch, climb, push, and reach. 
• Must be willing and able to climb up and down stairs and ladders. 

Relocation Assistance Eligible:

No

Work Shift:

A Shift (United States of America)

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