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Automation Technician 7 (2nd Shift) – Prepared Foods – Vernon Plant

Tyson Foods
United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 5 May 2025
💰 $84,000/yr

About the role

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Job Details:

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To feed a changing world, it takes an incredible team. From the cutting board to the board room, every Tyson Foods team member plays an important role in our success. That’s where you come in. We are hiring immediately for an Automation Technician 7 role.

Setting the table for your success:

At Tyson Foods, our team members’ health and wellness is very important to us. We believe in helping our team members thrive inside and outside of the workplace. That’s why we’re committed to providing a holistic benefits package that provides support for you and your family.

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

Benefits include: medical/Rx, dental, and vision coverage; paid vacation, 9 paid holidays; 401(k) with employer match; stock purchase program; and product purchase program.  We also offer CAREER GROWTH and much more!

SHIFT: 2nd Shift

HOURS: Monday – Friday, 1:45 pm to 10:30 pm/end of shift (Flex as needed). Every other weekend required to support Operations.

PAY RATE: $42.15/hr, plus a shift premium. This position is eligible for overtime pay and is paid weekly

SUMMARY: 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. 

REQUIREMENTS:

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. 

Position Specific Requirements:

  • Applicants should either upload a resume to their application in Workday OR complete their application fully showing current and past work experience 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.

THIS IS AN ENTRY LEVEL POSITION. RELOCATION ASSISTANCE IS NOT OFFERED. ONLY REGIONAL CANDIDATES WILL BE CONSIDERED

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Relocation Assistance Eligible:

No

Work Shift:

2ND 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

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