Food Processing Maintenance Technician

Smithfield Foods; Spring Dale (WV); On-site; USD 36,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Retirement Benefits

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Smithfield Foods in Spring Dale, WV is seeking a Maintenance Technician to keep our plant running smoothly in a fast-paced food processing environment. You’ll diagnose, repair and maintain a wide range of electrical and mechanical equipment, applying your welding and fabrication skills as needed.

You’ll work with electrical controls, fluid power, and preventive maintenance, while following GMPs and LOCKOUT/TAGOUT procedures to ensure safety and reliability across the operation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and 1+ years of related experience in an industrial mechanical maintenance or food manufacturing environment.
• Vocational Diploma, Technical Diploma or associate degree in maintenance (Preferred).
• Ability to function in a team environment and interact with all levels of personnel.
• Forklift/PIT operation ability.
• Ability to read and follow work orders and manuals.

Responsibilities

• Efficient Work Order & Emergency Response - Review work orders, use SAP to create work orders, respond to emergencies promptly.
• Hands-On Maintenance & Equipment Repair - Monitor machinery, troubleshoot, replace faulty parts and test functionality.
• Installation & System Maintenance - Install and maintain equipment and electrical systems per specs.
• Technical Skills & Problem-Solving - Use hand tools, follow preventive maintenance schedules.
• Safety First - Follow LOCKOUT/TAGOUT and GMPs to maintain a safe environment.

Skills

Electrical & mechanical maintenance

Troubleshooting

Welding & fabrication

Reading blueprints & schematics

Safety compliance (LOCKOUT/TAGOUT, GMP

Education

GED/High School Diploma

Technical Diploma or Associate degree in Maintenance

Tools

SAP

Job description

Smithfield Foods in Spring Dale, WV is seeking a Maintenance Technician to keep our plant running smoothly in a fast-paced food processing environment. You’ll diagnose, repair and maintain a wide range of electrical and mechanical equipment, applying your welding and fabrication skills as needed.

You’ll work with electrical controls, fluid power, and preventive maintenance, while following GMPs and LOCKOUT/TAGOUT procedures to ensure safety and reliability across the operation.