Automation Technician - Maintenance - 1st Shift - Waterloo KPR

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Tyson Foods

Automation Technician - Maintenance - 1st Shift - Waterloo KPR

in

Waterloo

Iowa

Job Details:

FREE EDUCATION – 100% TUITION! Available upon hire and consistent with policy.

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 work environment. We offer advancement opportunities and steady work. Waterloo KPR produces taco meat and pizza toppings.

This is a 1st shift position with a dynamic schedule that can require work and or training on other shifts. Normal hours will be 5 days a week, 8.5 hours/day. Normal hours are 5:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. The base rate of pay is $32.60/hour and is eligible for step increases at 3 months ($34.52), 6 months ($36.43), and 12 months ($38.35). This position is also eligible for overtime pay. If a current TM is selected for the position, he/she will receive the next highest rate of pay from his/her current pay rate.

Job Responsibilities:

This position requires proficiency in multiple skill clusters including electricity and electronics, fluid power, mechanical systems, and manufacturing processes. The position will perform high-level machine and systems troubleshooting and repair, assist engineering and plant staff with the specification, installation, and modification of integrated systems, and provide technical support for all phases of the operation.

Job Requirements:

High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) required. Training beyond High School including either an Associate’s Degree (AS) in Electronics Technology (or closely related technical field), or a combination of education and experience that can include skilled trades programs or military training

Certifications in any technical field or techniques is a plus

At least four (4) years of automation experience and/or industrial maintenance experience

Basic computer skills to navigate systems and perform data entry

Must have strong skills in document organization, the use of technical materials, and research techniques

Must either be proficient or become proficient in SAP Maintenance

Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills

Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and thoroughness

Ability to work professionally and respectfully with others demonstrating strong interpersonal skills

Must possess the ability to function effectively in a team environment and interact productively with all levels of management and operations personnel

Good math ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide

Accountable to self and others

Ability to read, understand, and interpret product specifications

Must function well under stress

Must have flexibility to work where and when needed, including weekends and overtime as needed

Ability to report to work as scheduled and work scheduled hours to meet job expectations

Ability to climb up and down stairs to get to/from work areas, and work at elevated levels

Ability to work in an environment where extreme temperatures range seasonally from hot/warm ( 80-90°F) to cold (20-40°F), where conditions may be damp and/or wet, and concrete floors may be slippery in some areas

Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 lbs. below waist, at waist level, and above shoulder level

Ability to bend, stoop, twist, reach above, reach across, reach below, and perform repetitive motions

Ability to wear personal protective equipment (PPE), including hard hat, safety glasses, ear protection (plugs or muffs), hair net / beard guard, and boots

All team members are responsible for safety, including but not limited to, personal safety and food safety

Performs additional responsibilities as assigned

External applicants: To be considered for employment, you must provide your social security number at the end of the application under National ID# (after seeing “Congratulations”).

Benefits include medical/Rx, dental, and vision coverage; 9 paid holidays; 1 week of vacation after 6 months; earned time off; 401(k) with employer match; stock purchase program; attendance incentives; product purchase program; FREE EDUCATION, CAREER GROWTH; and much more!

Whether you are seeking a job for right now or a career for forever – Tyson has what you are looking for! Tyson has a committed track record of promoting from within because we believe our Team Members can grow into the best leaders.

Relocation Assistance Eligible:

No

Work Shift:

A 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.

CCPA Notice. If you are a California resident, and would like to learn more about what categories of personal information we collect when you apply for this job, and how we may use that information, please read our CCPA Job Applicant Notice at Collection, click here (https://www.tysonfoods.com/sites/default/files/2020-07/CCPA applicant notification.pdf) .

Company info

Tyson Foods, Inc.
Website : https://www.tysonfoods.com/