Electrical Automation Technician - 1st & 2nd Shift

Smithfield Foods, Inc.; Nashville (TN); Hybrid; USD 82,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Shift differential

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Smithfield Foods, Inc. in Nashville is seeking an Electrical Automation Technician to maintain and improve electrical and automation systems in our production facility.

The role requires troubleshooting PLCs (Allen-Bradley/Rockwell), interpreting schematics, and collaborating with IT and maintenance teams. Weekend/holiday overtime and comprehensive benefits are available.

Qualifications

• Two-year certificate from college or technical school.
• Experience reading electrical schematics and maintenance instructions.
• Experience with Allen-Bradley/Rockwell automation.

Responsibilities

• Safely maintain and troubleshoot electrical/automation systems in the production facility.
• Interpret electrical schematics and user manuals.
• Troubleshoot PLCs and touchscreens, and diagnose control networking issues.
• Create user manuals and training documentation; train technicians.
• Support management on projects and improve automation processes.

Skills

Reading schematics

Team collaboration

Communication

Leadership

English proficiency

Education

Technical certificate / associate degree

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLCs

Rockwell Automation

Multimeter

Network diagnostics

Job description

## Electrical Automation Technician - 1st & 2nd ShiftApply: Nashville, TN: Full time: Posted Today: R-2026-13236**If you are currently employed at Smithfield, please log into Workday and submit your application through the Jobs Hub.If you are currently employed at Smithfield, please log into Workday and submit your application through the Jobs Hub.**Have a seat at our table. When you join Smithfield, you become part of something special – a company that's sustainably feeding people around the world, producing good food the right way with respect for our people, animals, communities and planet. With opportunities across locations and functions, a culture grounded in our Core Four values - gratitude, communication, respect and accountability - and a strong commitment to learning, collaboration, and innovation, Smithfield offers challenging and rewarding careers where you can grow, contribute and make a real impact. **Apply Now!**## Your Opportunity Our team members receive industry-leading wages and are eligible for great benefits packages:* Competitive Starting Pay **- $39.23-$44.10/hr*** **$1/hr Shift Differential for 2nd Shift*** Comprehensive Health Insurance, Retirement Benefits and More* Education benefit available to full and part-time Smithfield team members upon meeting eligibility requirementsIn addition, we offer opportunities for career growth, professional development, and tuition assistance. *The position summary states the general nature and purpose of the job. Overall accountabilities are defined in this section.*The Electrical Automation Technician will safely and efficiently maintain, troubleshoot, and work to improve the electrical and automation systems within the production facility. This position has the responsibility to comply with Safety work rules as well as an obligation to reinforce Safety as a Core Value. Ensures that all policies, procedures, and activities related to Food Safety & Quality are followed and complied with uniformly in an effort to reduce product and process variability.## Core Responsibilities* Adhere to safe work practices, complete monthly safety audits/observations, follow GMP’s, maintain sanitary conditions and ensure that product quality is maintained. Report to management any conditions or practices that may adversely affect food safety, food quality and personnel safety.* Always ensure regulatory compliance* Interpret electrical schematics and user manuals* Troubleshoot process issues with automation software.* Troubleshoot hardware issues with PLCs (programmable logic controllers) and touchscreens.* Use advanced network troubleshooting to diagnose control networking issues.* Work with IT to troubleshoot and maintain servers.* Create user manuals and training documentation. Train technicians as appropriate.* Identify and facilitate process and automation improvements.* Assist and consult with management/engineering on projects as needed.* Provide support and leadership to the maintenance technicians.* Manage, backup and organize all electrical/automation related documentation for the facility (programs, schematics, network information, manuals, etc.)## Qualifications*To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions*.* Two-year certificate from college or technical school or equivalent combination of education, and experience.* Experience in mechanical systems, hydraulic and pneumatics helpful* Ability to read, analyze and interpret documents such as electrical schematics, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, technical procedures, governmental regulations, and procedure manuals in English.* Ability to write routine reports, procedural manuals, and correspondence in English.* Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and in group situations. Ability to respond to questions from internal/external customers/vendors at all levels including management.* Experience with Allen Bradley/Rockwell automation required.* Ability to work well with others in fast paced, dynamic environment.* Ability to be respectful, approachable and team oriented while building strong working relationships and a positive work environment.* Must be self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision* Effectively communicate the status of issues and projects with management, vendors, peers and production personnel.* Provide technical leadership and support to the maintenance technicians at the facility.* Use the appropriate tools (e.g., multimeter, software) to troubleshoot and diagnose the root cause of electrical issues in the facility.* Work with internal and external resources to resolve issues as quickly and effectively as possible.* Assumes personal responsibility to insure safe and healthy workplace for everyone. Adhere to all safety policies and procedures and incorporate safety and health in all jobs and tasks.* Perform other duties as assigned* Able to work weekends, holidays and overtime as needed.