Industrial Maintenance Mechanic - all shifts - South Hutchinson, KS

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This position is slated for team members who are currently working at this facility or complex only.   

Team members interested in transferring into this position from another Tyson facility should express interest through their local HR Partner.  

If you are looking to make an impact in a meaningful way, join us at Tyson Foods where we feed the world like family!  We create quality products in a safe environment for our team members.  We offer competitive pay and great benefits. This facility operates six days a week and produces sausage crumbles and dry sausage.  

 Leveling (pay) is determined during the interview process based on skillset, knowledge, and experience.   

We are offering a $5000 sign on bonus for new hires. The bonus is paid out in $2500 following completion of 90 days and $2500 at completion of 180 days. *   

*Rehires are not eligible for sign on bonus.   

This position is a 6:00pm to 6:00am rotating schedule. – Update accordingly   

Role Overview:   

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.  

In this position you will:   

• Perform duties such as welding, cutting, electrical repair and troubleshooting, removing, replacement of motor shafts, couplings, pumps, augers, water pipes, valves, lines, and systems.   
• Read & understand assignments.   
• Communicate orally & in writing.   
• Use basic knowledge of math, use various electrical & pneumatic power tools & equipment.    
• Be required to read drawings & schematics of hydraulic & basic electrical systems.   
• Complete all required training for the job.   

Must have applied mechanical ability documented in the work history section of the application or be a graduate of an industrial maintenance training program.   

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 lift and carry 50 pounds or more.    
• The Team Member will walk or stand on hard floors for 8-12 hour days.   
• The Team Member will regularly be required to stand, stoop, climb ladders, change work levels, twist, squat, climb stairs, reach, push, pull, and move about the facility   
• The Team Member will work in a cold, damp to hot environment.    

Opportunities for advancement commensurate with performance and willingness to learn both inside and outside of Plant Operations.   

Please apply if you have:   

• Have 1 - year industrial maintenance experience and/or industrial maintenance education combined.   

Candidates who have previously worked for Tyson will have a minimum rehire waiting period of 90 days and are limited to 3 times of employment.   

*Rehires are not eligible for sign on bonus.   

INTERNAL QUALIFICATIONS:   

• Meet all specific job requirements.   
• Have a good work record (Disciplines: no written in the last 6 months, no written w/suspension in the last 12 months).   
• Have good attendance (4 points or below).   
• Must have completed the 90-day probationary period.   
• Applicants will be considered for maintenance level openings, and an offer will be determined during the interview process based on skillset, knowledge, and experience.   

Relocation Assistance Eligible:

Referral Payout Eligible:

Hourly Applicants ONLY -You must complete the task after submitting your application to provide additional information to be considered for employment.

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

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.

Tyson is an Equal Opportunity 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.

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