Food Plant Maintenance & Engineering Technician

Smithfield Foods, Inc.; Sioux Center (IA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Smithfield Foods, Inc. in Sioux Center, IA is seeking a Maintenance and Engineering Associate Technician to support the M&E department by diagnosing equipment issues, performing preventive maintenance, and implementing reliable mechanical and electrical solutions.

Responsibilities include reading blueprints, coordinating PMs, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring safe, efficient operation of plant equipment. Travel up to 15-25% and eligibility to work in the U.S. are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Mechanical/Elec./Industrial Maintenance Engineering or related field.
• 1+ years of experience in industrial mechanical maintenance or food manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, safety rules, manuals, and procedures.
• Professional, self-motivated, and able to manage time from remote locations.
• Proficient in Word, PowerPoint, and Excel; travel up to 15–25%.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose equipment breakdowns and design preventive maintenance solutions.
• Coordinate maintenance and safety procedures, and source materials.
• Read engineering drawings and evaluate changes to improve production efficiency.
• Install and service mechanical and electrical components and test equipment.

Skills

Blueprint interpretation

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Time management

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electromechanical Engineering, Industrial Maintenance Engineering, or related field

Tools

Forklift operation

PIT operation

Job description

Smithfield Foods, Inc. in Sioux Center, IA is seeking a Maintenance and Engineering Associate Technician to support the M&E department by diagnosing equipment issues, performing preventive maintenance, and implementing reliable mechanical and electrical solutions.

Responsibilities include reading blueprints, coordinating PMs, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring safe, efficient operation of plant equipment. Travel up to 15-25% and eligibility to work in the U.S. are required.