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Automation Technician 7 (A Shift) – Waterloo Prepared Plant

Tyson Foods
United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 7 Jan 2026
💰 $86,100/yr

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Job Details:

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At Tyson Foods, we believe that our team members are the heart of our success. Are you ready to take on a dynamic role where you can make a significant impact? Join Our Team in the Prepared Foods Division as a Automation Technician 7.

We invest in our team members and their success by providing resources like BENEFITS ON DAY ONE OF EMPLOYMENT and FREE EDUCATION! 

SHIFT: A Shift

HOURS: Monday – Friday and every other weekend required to support Operations.

PAY RATE: $43.05/hour and is paid weekly. 

Job Responsibilities:

  • Performs high-level machine and systems troubleshooting and repair

  • Assists engineering and plant team members with the specification, installation, and modification of integrated systems

  • Provides technical support for all phases of the operation

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

  • Complies with all company and USDA policies/guidelines and reports known or suspected violations

  • Attends monthly and annual required training (e.g., Safety, HACCP, HR topics, LOTO, PIT)

  • Performs other duties, as assigned

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

  • Requires proficiency in multiple skill clusters including electricity and electronics, fluid power, mechanical systems, and manufacturing processes

  • 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

    • Ability to read, understand, and interpret product specifications

    • Must either be proficient or become proficient in SAP Maintenance

  • Ability to perform accurate calculations by performing addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division

  • Accountable to self and to others

  • Ability to work professionally and respectfully with others while demonstrating positive interpersonal skills, and communicates effectively with all team members and management

  • Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and thoroughness

  • Ability to identify, act with a sense of urgency, and resolve problems/inconsistencies, getting help from management or others, as needed

  • Ability to report to work as scheduled and work scheduled hours to meet job expectations, have flexibility to work other jobs, as needed, and work weekends and overtime, as needed

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

  • Ability to climb up and down stairs/ladders to get to/from work areas, and work at elevated levels of various heights and in confined spaces, if needed

  • Requires standing, walking, bending, stooping, twisting, stretching, climbing, pushing, pulling, and reaching above, across, and below, and at shoulder level

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

  • Ability to perform repetitive motions, flex/grip with wrists/hands, and use tools (e.g., box knife, metal scraper)

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

Position Specific Requirements:

  • Applicants should either upload a resume to their application on Workday OR make sure their Career Profile in Workday is up to date and complete.

  • Must reside in the United States to be considered.

  • Sponsorship is not available for this position.

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE IS NOT OFFERED. ONLY REGIONAL

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