Maintenance Mechanic - 1st Shift, Safe & High-Impact

Smithfield Foods, Inc.; Minnesota; Hybrid; USD 58,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Smithfield Foods, Inc. is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic for 1st shift at our St James, MN facility. You will perform preventive maintenance on production lines, troubleshoot electrical and hydraulic systems, and assist with basic welding to keep equipment running safely and efficiently.

A strong safety focus and ability to read work orders are essential. Relocation assistance is available. Competitive starting pay of $28.00–$38.60 per hour with comprehensive benefits is offered.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with 1+ years in industrial mechanical maintenance or food manufacturing environment.
• Or 4 years of direct experience in industrial mechanical/food manufacturing maintenance.
• Vocational/Technical diploma or associate degree from a technical/vocational school preferred.
• Ability to operate forklift, Genie lift or scissor lift.
• Ability to read and execute work orders and equipment manuals.

Responsibilities

• Ensure daily preventive maintenance tasks are completed on schedule to keep operations running smoothly.
• Maintain production lines in good mechanical condition to minimize downtime.
• Set up, inspect, and test machinery; diagnose and resolve issues.
• Dismantle faulty equipment, replace parts, and restore functionality.
• Clean, lubricate, and maintain bearings, gears, and shafts to reduce wear.
• Assist with plant maintenance and support teams to keep operations efficient.

Skills

General maintenance

Hydraulic systems

Electrical & electronics

Welding

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical diploma / Associate degree (preferred)

Tools

Forklift

Genie lift

Scissor lift

Job description

Smithfield Foods, Inc. is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic for 1st shift at our St James, MN facility. You will perform preventive maintenance on production lines, troubleshoot electrical and hydraulic systems, and assist with basic welding to keep equipment running safely and efficiently.

A strong safety focus and ability to read work orders are essential. Relocation assistance is available. Competitive starting pay of $28.00–$38.60 per hour with comprehensive benefits is offered.