Automation Technician ; 2nd Shift St Joseph Prepared Foods Plant

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Shift: 2nd

Schedule:

Monday - Friday, Saturday & Sundays as needed to support operations.

Hours:

2:00 PM – 10:30 PM/end of shift (flex as needed)

Pay Rate: $43.88/hour.

This position is eligible for overtime pay and is paid weekly.

The Automation Technician role requires proficiency in multiple skill clusters including electricity and electronics, fluid power, mechanical systems, and manufacturing processes. The Automation Technician 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.

• Education:
  
  High School or GED required.
• Experience:
  
  2+ years of automation experience and/or industrial maintenance experience.
• Experience in repair and troubleshooting of electrical, electrical controls, PLCs and mechanical systems required.
• Computer
  
  Skills:
  
  Standard computer skills; 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.
• Communication
  
  Skills:
  
  Must be able to communicate verbally and in writing with all team members.
• Special
  
  Skills:
  
  Must possess the ability to function effectively in a team environment and interact productively with all levels of management and operations personnel; critical thinking and problem-solving skills; with strong interpersonal skills.
• Travel: 1-5 trips per year outside of assigned location.
• Nice to have, but NOT required to be considered for this role:
  Training beyond high school including either an Associate (A.S.) degree in Electronics Technology (or closely related technical field), or experience which may include skilled trades programs or military training.

• Must be able and willing to work every other weekend.
• Must reside in the United States to be considered.
• Sponsorship is not available for this position.
• RELOCATION ASSISTANCE IS NOT OFFERED.
• LOCAL CANDIDATES WILL BE GIVEN PRIORITY #LI-Stacy Relocation Assistance Eligible:
  No
• Work Shift:
  
  ALL SHIFTS (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.

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.

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