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Tyson Foods

Industrial Maintenance Mechanic - 2nd Shift- Amherst, OH

Amherst Plant - Amherst, Ohio

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Role family
Skilled trades
Seniority
Mid level
Country
US
Work mode
On-site / unstated
First seen by hirly
27 Sept 2026

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Job Details:

We are hiring immediately for Industrial Maintenance Mechanics at all experience levels! Pay will vary based on experience level. We currently have open positions for 2nd shift.

ATTN Prior Tyson Workers:

Candidates who have previously worked for Tyson will have a minimum rehire waiting period of 180 days.

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 a minimum of 6 months of industrial maintenance or general maintenance work experience documented in the work history section OR be graduate of a maintenance training program, HVAC training program (Vocational or Trade schools) (will need to provide documentation of completion) or have a degree within a relative field (if graduated, no experience needed at time of hire)

JOB DESCRIPTION

POSITION SUMMARY: Maintenance Generalist - 2nd Shift - Full Time - Amherst, OH 44001

Maintenance Pay range - $24.40 to $34.85/HR (Pay commensurate with experience)

Maintenance Mechanics perform skilled work in the operation, predictive and preventative maintenance and repair of the facility’s real property, power industrial trucks, and plant utility systems.

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

  • The frequency of the following activities may vary according to the requirements of the job task assigned.
  • Follows all company personnel safety, food safety, attendance, GMP policies.
  • Proactive in the daily plant operations as well as set up and/or breakdown.
  • Work to maximize plant efficiencies, reduce costs, and maintain product quality.
  • Completes daily log sheets, communicates effectively, and is proactive in recognizing and reporting unsafe conditions and/or other mechanical concerns.
  • Assist in maintaining a relevant and accurate mechanical inventory.
  • Accurately and consistently change out parts.
  • Lubrication, conveyor belt repairs, power train & bearing maintenance, motor and gearbox replacement, fork truck & pallet jack maintenance.
  • Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical and electrical equipment in a timely manner.
  • Must be willing and able to work effectively under time constraints.
  • Must be willing and able to use measurement devices.
  • Must be willing and able to perform electrical and mechanical predictive and preventative maintenance as tasked.
  • Must be willing and able to work overtime and/or weekends as needed.

FOR ALL 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 work a flexible schedule if needed in a cold, wet, humid environment with temperatures ranging from 35 to 50 degrees.
  • Must be willing and able to stand, sit and use hands and fingers to handle or feel 67-100% of the time.
  • Must be willing and able to walk, talk and hear 67-100% of the time.
  • Must be willing and able to bend, squat and kneel 33-67% of the time.
  • Must be willing and able to taste or smell 0-33% of the time.
  • Must be willing and able to ascend and descend stairs 67-100% of the time.
  • Must be willing and able to lift and/or move up to 45 lbs. 67-100% of the time, 50 lbs. 33-67% of the time and 100 lbs. 0-33% of the time.
  • Must be willing and able to push/pull 300 lbs. 33-67% of the time.

Relocation Assistance Eligible:

No

Work Shift:

2ND SHIFT (United States of America)

Certain roles at Tyson require background checks. If you are offered a position that requires a background check you will be provided additional documentation to complete once an offer has been extended.

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.

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.

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.

If you would like to learn more about your data privacy rights and how you may use that information, please read our Job Applicant Privacy Notice here .

Unsolicited Assistance: Tyson Foods and its subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited support from external recruitment vendors for open positions within the United States. Any resumes or candidate profiles submitted by recruitment vendors or headhunters to any employee or applicant tracking system at Tyson Foods or its subsidiaries, without a valid written request and search agreement approved by HR, will be considered the property of Tyson Foods. No fees will be paid if the candidate is hired due to an unsolicited referral.

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