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Tyson Sales and Distribution, Inc. Maintenance Generalist R0360129 in Forest, Mississippi
This is a Maintenance Generalist position located in Forest, MS.
Job Summary: This position is responsible for troubleshooting, maintaining, and repairing all equipment and company assets while maintaining a safe work environment and adhering to Tyson policies and procedures.
Shift D days/hours: Wednesday night/Thursday morning 1 am to 7 am and Thursday, Friday, Saturday nights 7 pm to 7 am
MUST HAVE: 1 year or more experience in welding and industrial maintenance.
Functions: To maintain and promote the Tyson safety culture. Receive training as required. Perform various positions as required/assigned.
Responsibilities: This position is responsible for general maintenance throughout the plant while adhering to Tyson policies and procedures. Must be able to use basic hand tools. Requires: basic mechanical or maintenance skills, knowledge in areas of welding, hydraulics, basic electricity, power transmission, pneumatics & plumbing, 1 year or more experience in welding and industrial maintenance, able to read & understand assignments, able to communicate orally & in writing, able to hear/respond to two-way radio, able to lift 50 pounds, climb stairs and ladders up to 60 feet, able to stand for long periods of time, withstand extreme hot, cold, inclement weather & odors, basic knowledge of math, able to use various electrical & pneumatic power tools & equipment. May monitor boiler and perform chemical test on boiler. May be required to read drawings & schematics of hydraulic & basic electrical systems. Must be certified to operate various pieces of gas/hydraulic motors/lifts. Performs duties such as welding, cutting, minor electrical repair, removing, replacement of motor shafts, couplings, pumps, augers, water & ste am pipes, lines, & systems. Prefer individual be respirator qualified. Other duties as assigned by supervisor. Willing to further education by outside training, company testing program & vendor training. Any applicant meeting minimum requirements may be contacted for an interview.
Benefits Start Day 1! We offer a full range of benefits and perks including: 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. Rehire criteria is a minimum waiting period of 180 days. Rehire Rule of no more than 3 times worked at Tyson Foods. Must Reside within the United States to be eligible for employment.
Relocation Assistance Eligible: No
Work Shift: D Shift (United States of America). Hourly Applicants ONLY -You must complete the task after submitting your application to provide additional information to be considered for employment.
Tyson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, national origin, color, religion, age, genetics, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status.
We provide our team members and their families with paid time off; 401(k) plans; affordable health, life, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; and more.
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