Industrial Maintenance Mechanic – Food Processing

Smithfield Foods; Cudahy (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Health insurance

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Smithfield Foods is seeking aMaintenance Technician in California to repair and troubleshoot a variety of food processing equipment on a fast-paced production line. The role emphasizes safety, reliability, and continuous improvement within a team-focused environment.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, strong mechanical aptitude, and the ability to read and communicate in English. Relocation assistance and competitive benefits are available in addition to industry-leading wages.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Good mechanical aptitude is required.
• Ability to read, write and speak English.

Responsibilities

• Performs repair and troubleshooting on food processing equipment (sizers, stuffers, vacuum pumps, packaging machinery, conveyors, slicers, injectors, microwaves, hydraulic units).
• Replaces belts, sprockets, gears, chains and valves.
• Rebuilds valves, pumps and gearboxes; troubleshoots pneumatic and hydraulic problems.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Team oriented

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Test meters

Controls

Job description

Smithfield Foods is seeking aMaintenance Technician in California to repair and troubleshoot a variety of food processing equipment on a fast-paced production line. The role emphasizes safety, reliability, and continuous improvement within a team-focused environment.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, strong mechanical aptitude, and the ability to read and communicate in English. Relocation assistance and competitive benefits are available in addition to industry-leading wages.