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Maintenance Technician - 1st and 3rd Shift

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Hourly
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $28.45 - $39.88
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Work Schedule

Night Shifts
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Benefits

Competitive starting pay
Shift Differential
Comprehensive health insurance
Retirement benefits
Relocation assistance
Career growth opportunities
Professional Development

Job Description

Smithfield Foods is a renowned American food company, highly regarded for its leading position in the production of packaged meats and fresh pork products. With a firm commitment to quality and innovation, Smithfield Foods has become a cornerstone in the food manufacturing industry, known for its dedication to providing exceptional products to consumers nationwide. The company values its workforce, offering competitive wages, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for growth and development, making it a preferred employer in the manufacturing and food processing sectors. The environment at Smithfield is fast-paced and dynamic, emphasizing teamwork, safety, and technical proficiency to maintain its industry... Show More

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
  • 1+ years of related experience and/or training in industrial mechanical maintenance or food manufacturing environment or 4 years’ direct experience in industrial mechanical or food manufacturing maintenance environment
  • Vocational diploma, technical diploma or associate degree from a technical maintenance or vocational school (preferred)
  • Ability to function effectively in a team environment and interact productively with all levels of team personnel and outside contractors
  • Ability to operate a forklift, genie lift or scissor lift or other powered industrial trucks (PIT)
  • Understand and follow oral and written instructions
  • Ability to read and execute work order, write daily reports, and translate equipment manuals

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED
  • 1+ years of related experience and/or training in industrial mechanical maintenance or food manufacturing
  • Vocational diploma, technical diploma, or associate degree from technical or vocational school (preferred)
  • Ability to function effectively in a team environment
  • Ability to interact productively with all levels of personnel and contractors
  • Ability to operate powered industrial trucks such as forklifts, genie lifts, or scissor lifts
  • Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions
  • Ability to read and execute work orders, write daily reports, and interpret equipment manuals

Job Duties

  • Review work orders to assess tools, equipment, time, manpower, parts, and supplies needed
  • Use SAP to create work orders
  • Respond quickly to emergency calls with the right tools and equipment
  • Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, wiring diagrams, and manuals
  • Monitor machinery during operation to spot malfunctions
  • Disassemble, troubleshoot, replace faulty parts, and test mechanical equipment
  • Fabricate replacement parts using welding, cutting, and sheet metal work
  • Perform regular preventive maintenance on mechanical systems
  • Install and maintain mechanical equipment, piping, and electrical controls
  • Install new equipment and utilities including electrical, water, gas, and drain lines
  • Use small hand tools and devices for general mechanical maintenance
  • Adhere to preventive and predictive maintenance schedules
  • Follow all safety protocols including lockout/tagout and GMPs
  • Maintain a safe and compliant working environment

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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