3rd Shift Maintenance Technician - Competitive Pay

Smithfield Foods, Inc; Crete (NE); On-site; USD 37,195 - 49,593; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Education benefit available to full &/

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Smithfield Foods, Inc. in Crete, NE is hiring a Maintenance Mechanic for the 3rd shift. You will perform preventative maintenance, inspect and service production lines, set up and test machinery, and respond quickly to equipment issues to minimize downtime.

You’ll follow safety protocols, including lockout/tagout, and work with teams to keep the plant safe and efficient. A high school diploma or GED and 1+ years in industrial maintenance (or 4 years’ direct experience) are required; vocational

Qualifications

• General maintenance experience in industrial mechanical environments.
• Ability to read and follow work orders and equipment manuals.
• Team collaboration and safety-focused mindset.

Responsibilities

• Equipment Maintenance & Repairs: perform PM tasks, maintain lines, set up and test machinery.
• Teamwork & Support: assist production and quality teams in troubleshooting and repairs.
• Facility Care & Maintenance: repair and maintain plant structure for safe operations.

Skills

General maintenance

Hydraulic systems

Electrical & electronic systems

Welding basics

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical/Vocational diploma or associate degree (preferred)

Tools

Forklift operation

Genie lift

Scissor lift

Job description

Smithfield Foods, Inc. in Crete, NE is hiring a Maintenance Mechanic for the 3rd shift. You will perform preventative maintenance, inspect and service production lines, set up and test machinery, and respond quickly to equipment issues to minimize downtime.

You’ll follow safety protocols, including lockout/tagout, and work with teams to keep the plant safe and efficient. A high school diploma or GED and 1+ years in industrial maintenance (or 4 years’ direct experience) are required; vocational