Food-Plant Maintenance Technician | Electrical & Mechanical

Smithfield Foods; Wilson (NC); On-site; USD 35,197 - 48,284; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation Package Available

Education benefit available

Job summary

Smithfield Foods in Wilson, NC seeks a Maintenance Technician to keep our plant equipment running smoothly in a fast-paced food processing environment.

You will troubleshoot, repair, and maintain electrical and mechanical systems, use welding and fabrication skills, and support preventive maintenance programs while following strict safety procedures. Competitive pay and benefits are provided, with relocation options available for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with 1+ years in industrial mechanical maintenance or 4 years in similar role.
• Vocational or technical diploma/associate degree in maintenance preferred.
• Ability to operate in a team environment and coordinate with contractors.
• Ability to operate powered industrial trucks.

Responsibilities

• Efficient work order management and emergency response; use SAP to create work orders and read blueprints to diagnose issues.
• Hands-on maintenance and repair; monitor machinery, replace faulty parts, fabricate when needed, and perform preventive maintenance.
• Install and maintain mechanical and electrical systems, pipes, and utilities per specs and safety regs.
• Apply preventive and predictive maintenance schedules to minimize downtime and maintain performance.
• Follow safety protocols including LOCKOUT/TAGOUT and GMPs to sustain a safe workplace.

Skills

Electrical controls

Fluid power

Mechanical systems

Welding

Fabrication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical/vocational diploma or associate degree (preferred)

Tools

SAP

Job description

Smithfield Foods in Wilson, NC seeks a Maintenance Technician to keep our plant equipment running smoothly in a fast-paced food processing environment.

You will troubleshoot, repair, and maintain electrical and mechanical systems, use welding and fabrication skills, and support preventive maintenance programs while following strict safety procedures. Competitive pay and benefits are provided, with relocation options available for the right candidate.