Industrial Electrician - 1st Shift (Sign-On & Relocation!)

Smithfield Foods, Inc.

United States

On-site

USD 38,000 - 48,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Relocation Assistance

Comprehensive Health Insurance

Retirement Benefits

Tuition Assistance

Job summary

Smithfield Foods, Inc. is seeking an experienced Maintenance Electrician to support our production facilities in the United States. The role offers industry-leading wages, a sign-on bonus, comprehensive health insurance, retirement benefits, and tuition assistance where eligible.

On-site relocation support is available for qualified candidates. Responsibilities include repairing and maintaining electrical and electronic equipment, wiring, and control systems, with emphasis on safety and

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED with 1+ years in industrial maintenance; or 4 years' related experience.
Strong knowledge of AC/DC motors, controls, sensors, pneumatics, hydraulics, and troubleshooting.
Familiar with TCP/IP, Ethernet/IP, Modbus, Hart, and PLC concepts (Ladder Logic, FBD, SFC).

Responsibilities

Troubleshoots and repairs electronic and electrical equipment.
Maintains and installs wiring and power distribution for equipment and computer systems.
Performs preventive maintenance on electrical/electronic systems.
Reads blueprints and wiring diagrams to locate faults.
Responds to crisis calls with basic tools and on-time arrival.

Skills

AC/DC motors

Troubleshooting

Electrical systems

Preventive maintenance

Mechanical maintenance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Rockwell Automation

Siemens

Ignition

Job description

Your Opportunity

Our team members receive industry-leading wages and are eligible for great benefits packages: Hourly Maintenance $27.80/hr - $34.80/hr Sign-On Bonus - $2,500 Comprehensive Health Insurance, Retirement Benefits and More Education benefit available to full and part-time Smithfield team members upon meeting eligibility requirements Open to moving? We will help! Ask about our Relocation Assistance packages! In addition, we offer opportunities for career growth, professional development, and tuition assistance.

Duties include but are not limited to the following:

Troubleshoots and repairs Electronic and Electrical equipment.
Repairs Scale’s and like systems.
Aids Production Mechanics When Technical support is needed.
When required weekend and overtime work.
Other duties as assigned.

Core Responsibilities

Maintains and installs communication cables, power distribution and wiring required for equipment as well as computer systems.
Installs, modifies and repairs all electrical/electronic devices.
Assists maintenance technicians when troubleshooting electronic and electrical issues.
Maintains involvement with operations of the plant processing equipment and scale systems.
Demonstrates strong safety leadership skills and follows safe work practices.
Follows food safety and good manufacturing practices.
Works as part of a team to plan and conduct equipment repairs.
Receives work order/request, reviews to determine tools, equipment, time, manpower, parts, and supplies needed.
When responding to crisis calls will always arrive at the scene with basic tools and equipment necessary to perform work.
Read blueprints, schematics (including electrical), wiring diagrams, technical manuals, etc.
Maintains various activity records and logs.
Observe equipment or machinery while in operation to detect malfunctions.
Test major subsystems or components to localize problem using specialized equipment.
Perform preventive maintenance on various electrical/electronic systems and components.
Install new equipment/appliances including utilities (i.e., communication data lines, electrical components).
Responsibilities include installing, trouble shooting, and maintaining, electrical controls/components in accordance with manufacturer’s specification, local regulations, and Smithfield safety policies.
Performs preventive and predictive maintenance schedules on mechanical equipment such as pumps, packaging and slicing equipment, harvest and cutting equipment used in manufacturing environment as it relates to electrical/electronic components.
Working knowledge and skills in operating a variety of small hand tools and devices used in electrical/electronic troubleshooting and repairs

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. May perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and 1+ years of related experience and/or training in an industrial mechanical maintenance or food manufacturing environment; or 4 years’ direct experience in an industrial mechanical maintenance or food manufacturing maintenance environment, required.
Strong knowledge of AC/DC motors, controls, sensors, pneumatics, hydraulics, mechanical systems, and troubleshooting.
Computer/device communications using standard protocols including TCP/IP, Ethernet/IP, Device net, Modbus, Hart, Serial Knowledge of programmable logic/automation controllers, human-machine interfaces, hardware, and associated programming languages (Ladder Logic, FBD, SFC, Structured Text). Platforms include Rockwell Automation, Siemens, GE, Ignition. (Preferred)
Knowledgeable in processes such as food processing/packaging, water treatment, refrigeration, and boiler control. (Preferred)
Basic computer skills and the ability to work independently are also required for this position.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those an employee should possess to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The plant environment will include wet or humid conditions (non-weather related), extreme cold and heat (non-weather related), working near moving mechanical parts, exposure to fumes or airborne particles, and chemicals. Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but can be loud when in the production area. Occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds Regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds utilizing the buddy system or specifically designed lifting devices Specific vision includes close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus. Frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear.

Relocation Package Available

Yes

EEO Information

Smithfield is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender identity, protected veterans status, status as a disabled individual or any other protected group status or non-job characteristic as directed by law. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment selection process, please call us at 757-357-1595.