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Maintenance Fabricator 1st Shift Waverly NE

Tyson Foods

Waverly, NEFull-time$22.35–31.95/hrPosted 4w agoVerified open 5 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$22.35–31.95/hr
Location
Waverly, NE
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Job overview

Tyson Foods is hiring a Maintenance Fabricator 1st Shift Waverly NE. The Maintenance Fabricator is responsible for fabricating new parts and repairing existing systems using various welding processes. This role supports the maintenance team to ensure the facility operates at peak efficiency before, during, and after production. The fabricator will communicate equipment malfunctions, perform preventive maintenance, and complete welding projects.

Key focus areas include Communicate equipment malfunctions and corrective actions taken through appropriate departmental channels, Perform essential duties within guidelines of company GMP’s, HAACP, PSM Program, Company Policies and Safety Programs (LOTO), and Assist all Maintenance team members on rebuilds, installs and general projects throughout the facility.

Successful candidates bring Maintenance Management Assessment, Maintenance Management Referral, and Willingness To Work Overtime. Important skills include GTAW, SMAW, GMAW, Design Blueprints, Read Blueprints, and Interpret Blueprints. Preferred (not required): Computer Skills, Electrical Principals, and Troubleshooting.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

GTAWSMAWGMAWDesign BlueprintsRead BlueprintsInterpret BlueprintsHand ToolsTrade Type ToolsIdentify Industry-Standard PartsWork IndependentlyCollaborationEffective CommunicationComputer SkillsElectrical PrincipalsTroubleshooting

Qualifications

Maintenance Management AssessmentMaintenance Management ReferralWillingness to Work OvertimeTwo-Year Program in Fabrication or Welding2 Years Verifiable Fabricator ExperienceExperience Using GTAW Process With Stainless Steel

Benefits

Paid Time Off
401(k) Match
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance

Full job description

Job Details:

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

Pay Range:

  • $22.35 - $31.95 (pay based on experience) + $2 attendance bonus + $2 premium

Hours:

  • Rotating 12 hr shift Schedules 3-2-3

  • 1st Shift: 5:30 am – 5:30 pm or upon completion of assigned work

SUMMARY : The fabricator is in charge of fabricating new parts and repairing existing systems using various welding processes. This position assists maintenance in all areas to ensure that the facility runs at peak efficiency before, during, and/or after production.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Communicate through appropriate departmental channels, equipment malfunctions and corrective action taken as well as quality problems

  • Perform essential duties within guidelines of company GMP’s, HAACP, PSM Program, Company Policies and Safety Programs (LOTO)

  • Assist in working with all Maintenance team members on rebuilds, installs and general projects throughout the facility

  • Complete and maintain all required paperwork, reports, and departmental forms

  • Perform preventive maintenance check and inspection on assigned equipment, report findings to supervisor, and take appropriate action

  • Complete welding projects using various Ferrous materials.

  • Test and inspect welded structures for quality assurance.

  • Assist in covering the floor with maintenance associates when required.

  • Other duties as required

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Ability to weld using GTAW, SMAW, and GMAW Processes. Primarily stainless steel GTAW.

  • Must be able to design, read and interpret blue prints including rough drafts,

  • Ability to use hand tools and trade type tools

  • Able to identify industry-standard parts

  • Able to work independently or as a team in a safe and efficient manner

  • Willingness to work overtime

  • Maintenance Management assessment, and referral required

Education and/or Experience:

  • A two-year program in fabrication or welding or have 2 years verifiable experience as a fabricator, and experience using GTAW process with stainless steel is preferred

  • Some training in electrical principals and troubleshooting preferred.

Communication Skills:

  • Must be able to communicate effectively.

Other Skills:

  • Computer skills. General knowledge of Microsoft Office knowledge or training preferred.

Physical Requirements / Environment:

  • Stand/Walk: Continuously (at least 8 hours a day)

  • Lift/Carry: Frequently (1-10 lbs.), occasionally (up to 35-50 lbs.)

  • Grasp: Frequently (3-4 hours a day)

  • Occasionally (1-3 hours a day); bend/stoop, squat, crawl, climb, reach above shoulder, crouch, kneel, push/pull

  • Continuously working around moving machinery, both inside and out with changes in temperature and humidity, exposure to dust and fumes, occasionally working on a ladder at unprotected heights, around and amongst dead birds and a strong chicken odor

Relocation Assistance Eligible:

No

Work Shift:

1ST SHIFT (United States of America)

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