Maintenance Lead - 2nd Shift (Relocation)

Smithfield Foods; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 36,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Education benefits

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Job summary

Smithfield Foods in Kansas is seeking a Maintenance Lead for 2nd shift with relocation support. You will supervise a maintenance team, oversee preventive maintenance and repairs, and ensure equipment runs at full speed to keep production moving.

Ideal candidates have 1+ years in industrial maintenance or 4 years in food manufacturing, and can read work orders, operate forklifts, and follow safety protocols like LOCKOUT/TAGOUT and GMPs.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of related industrial mechanical maintenance experience or 4 years in a food manufacturing maintenance environment.
• Technical aptitude in industrial mechanical maintenance.
• Ability to read and follow work orders and translate equipment manuals.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a maintenance team, ensuring tasks are completed on time and to standard.
• Oversee preventive maintenance and equipment repairs to minimize downtime.
• Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical and electrical issues.
• Coordinate with production and other departments to prioritize maintenance needs.
• Ensure safety protocols and GMPs are followed on the job.
• Manage inventory levels and ensure tools and parts are available for repairs.
• Follow LOCKOUT/TAGOUT procedures and maintain a safe, compliant work environment.

Skills

Team leadership

Reading work orders

Safety compliance

Documentation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Vocational/Technical diploma or associate degree

Tools

Forklift operation

Genie lift

Scissor lift

Job description

Maintenance Lead - 2nd Shift (Relocation)

Jul 07, 2026

Have a seat at our table. When you join Smithfield, you become part of something special - a company that's sustainably feeding people around the world, producing good food the right way with respect for our people, animals, communities and planet. With opportunities across locations and functions, a culture grounded in our Core Four values - gratitude, communication, respect and accountability - and a strong commitment to learning, collaboration, and innovation, Smithfield offers challenging and rewarding careers where you can grow, contribute and make a real impact.

OUR TEAM MEMBERS RECEIVE INDUSTRY-LEADING WAGES AND ARE ELIGIBLE FOR GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGES:

• Competitive Starting Pay - $25.80/hr-$31.05/hr
• $ .50/hr Shift Differential for 2nd Shift
• 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.

THE VALUE YOU'LL BRING:

We’re looking for a Maintenance Lead to take charge of our plant's maintenance team and ensure all equipment and systems run smoothly! You’ll lead and mentor a skilled team, oversee repairs, manage preventive maintenance, and tackle challenges head-on to keep production moving at full speed. If you have a passion for leadership and hands-on problem-solving, this is your chance to make a real impact!

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Lead the Team: Supervise and guide a team of maintenance technicians, ensuring tasks are completed on time and to standard.
• Oversee Maintenance Operations: Manage preventive maintenance and equipment repairs, ensuring minimal downtime and maximum efficiency.
• Troubleshoot & Resolve Issues: Act as the go-to person for diagnosing and solving complex mechanical and electrical issues.
• Coordinate with Departments: Collaborate with production and other teams to prioritize maintenance needs and reduce disruption.
• Ensure Safety & Compliance: Ensure all safety protocols, policies, and regulatory standards are followed on the job.
• Manage Inventory: Oversee inventory levels and ensure the team has the tools and parts needed for successful repairs and maintenance.
• Safety First! - You’ll follow all company safety protocols, including LOCKOUT/TAGOUT procedures, and adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) to maintain a safe, compliant, and high-performance environment. Your skills and attention to detail will directly contribute to the success of the team and the plant as a whole!

WHAT WE'RE SEEKING:

• 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.
• Vocational Diploma, Technical Diploma or associate degree from a technical maintenance or vocational school. (Preferred).
• Possess the ability to function effectively in a team environment and interact productively with all levels of team personnel and outside contractors.
• Ability to operate a forklift, genie lift or scissor lift or other powered industrial trucks (PIT). Attend "Train the Trainer"
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to read and execute work order, write daily reports, and translate equipment manuals.

IndSPR-M/E

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.