Electrical Technician – 2nd Shift, Plant Maintenance

Smithfield Fresh Meats Corp; Clinton (NC); On-site; USD 78,523,000 - 95,054,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health Insurance

Retirement Benefits

Education benefits

Relocation package

Be Well programs

LinkedIn Learning

Guild tuition assistance

Smithfield Scholarship

Job summary

Smithfield Foods is seeking an Electrician Specialist to join the maintenance team at our pork processing plant in the United States. You will ensure safe, efficient operation of electrical systems, perform troubleshooting, repairs, and preventative maintenance to keep production running smoothly.

The role requires reading blueprints, following GMPs, and adhering to OSHA/NEC standards, with strong teamwork and independent work habits. Competitive wages and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree (A.A.) or equivalent from two‑year college or technical school and 2+ years related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• PLC experience highly desired.
• Must be able to read and write fluently in English to communicate and understand technical training manuals written in English.
• Possess the 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 preferred.
• Displays sound judgment, organizational skills, and the ability to work independently with little supervision.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Responsibilities

• Electrical System Maintenance: Install, repair, and maintain electrical systems like motors, control panels, lighting, wiring, and power distribution.
• Routine inspections and preventative maintenance on electrical systems.
• Troubleshoot electrical issues using schematics and blueprints to get things back online quickly.
• Diagnose and repair electrical issues throughout the plant to minimize downtime.
• Respond quickly to urgent electrical problems to keep production running smoothly.
• Work on complex systems like refrigeration, lighting, power supplies, and backup generators.
• Follow safety protocols and comply with electrical codes and regulations (OSHA, NEC).
• Lead safety checks to ensure plant safety standards.
• Collaborate with maintenance and plant teams to improve performance.
• Coordinate with Maintenance Supervisor to prioritize repairs.
• Keep records of all electrical maintenance and repairs.

Skills

Electrical systems

Troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Electrical safety

Education

AA degree

Tools

PLC programming

Job description

Smithfield Foods is seeking an Electrician Specialist to join the maintenance team at our pork processing plant in the United States. You will ensure safe, efficient operation of electrical systems, perform troubleshooting, repairs, and preventative maintenance to keep production running smoothly.

The role requires reading blueprints, following GMPs, and adhering to OSHA/NEC standards, with strong teamwork and independent work habits. Competitive wages and comprehensive benefits are offered.