Feed Mill Equipment Maintenance Technician

Smithfield Foods; Rose Hill (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Smithfield Foods is seeking a Feed Mill Maintenance Tech to oversee maintenance and repairs of feed mill machinery, including conveyors, boilers, pellet mills, and VFD drives. The role emphasizes accurate record-keeping and safety, with a focus on preventive maintenance and reducing downtime.

The ideal candidate will have a High school diploma and at least 1 year in industrial maintenance, with strong troubleshooting and electrical skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; 1 year of industrial maintenance experience preferred.
• Able to troubleshoot, repair and assemble feed mill equipment.
• Experience with electrical schematics and solid-state circuitry helpful.
• English reading and speaking ability required.

Responsibilities

• Conducts daily maintenance activities on feed mill equipment.
• Follows maintenance procedures and replaces or installs equipment as needed.
• Develops and maintains a preventative maintenance program to reduce downtime.
• Maintains maintenance records and parts inventory using company systems.
• Ensures safety and environmental compliance at all times.
• Performs housekeeping and supports maintenance supervisor as needed.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance planning

Reading electrical schematics

English literacy

Education

High school diploma

Tools

VFD drives

Boilers

Pneumatic systems

Job description

Smithfield Foods is seeking a Feed Mill Maintenance Tech to oversee maintenance and repairs of feed mill machinery, including conveyors, boilers, pellet mills, and VFD drives. The role emphasizes accurate record-keeping and safety, with a focus on preventive maintenance and reducing downtime.

The ideal candidate will have a High school diploma and at least 1 year in industrial maintenance, with strong troubleshooting and electrical skills.