Maintenance Mechanic - 3rd shift

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Shift differential for 3rd shift

Job summary

Smithfield Foods, Inc. in Cudahy, WI is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic for the 3rd shift to repair and troubleshoot food processing equipment, including sizers, conveyors, pumps and packaging machinery.

You will perform preventive maintenance, replace belts and gears, and assist with installations while adhering to safety standards. The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED, strong mechanical aptitude, and the ability to read, write, and speak English.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Ability to work well with others in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Must be able to read, write and speak English.
• Must have good mechanical aptitude.

Responsibilities

• Performs repair and troubleshooting on food processing equipment including sizers, stuffers, vacuum pumps, vacuum packaging machinery, conveyors, slicers, injectors, microwaves and hydraulic units.
• Replaces belts, sprockets, gears, chains and valves.
• Rebuilds valves, pumps and gearboxes.
• Troubleshoots pneumatic and hydraulic problems and makes repairs.
• Performs repairs to machines including guarding, bolt replacement and wear-related breakages.
• Welds machine components.
• Conducts preventative maintenance (lubrication, drive systems, etc.).
• Installations including air, water, gas hookups and alignment.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Teamwork

English literacy

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Test meters

Controls

Job description

## Maintenance Mechanic - 3rd shiftApply: Onsite: Cudahy, WI: Full time: Posted Today: R-2026-9309**If you are currently employed at Smithfield, please log into Workday and submit your application through the Jobs Hub.If you are currently employed at Smithfield, please log into Workday and submit your application through the Jobs Hub.**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. **Apply Now!****Your Opportunity** Our team members receive industry-leading wages and are eligible for great benefits packages: * Competitive Starting Pay **- $30.16-$41.87/hr*** **$1.00/hr** Shift Differential for **3****rd** **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. CORE RESPONSIBILITIES: *Responsibilities and tasks are written as follows:** Performs repair and troubleshooting on food processing equipment to include, but not be limited to: Sizers, stuffers,vacuum pumps, vacuum packaging machinery, conveyors, slicers, injectors, microwaves and hydraulic units.* Replacement of belts, sprockets, gears, chains and valves.* Rebuild of valves, pumps and gearboxes.* Troubleshoot pneumatic and hydraulic machine problems and make necessary repairs.* Performs repairs to machines involving machine guarding, bolt replacement and breakdowns due to mechanical wear.* Welding of machine components.* Preventative Maintenance tasks, such as lubricating of parts, drives, chains, etc.* Installations to include hooking up air, water, gas and alignment and leveling of equipment.* Performs other duties as assigned by the Crew Leader and Supervisor.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) preferred* Ability to work well with others in fast paced, dynamic environment.* Ability to be respectful, approachable and team oriented while building strong working relationships and a positive work environment.* Ability to work independently.* Must have good mechanical aptitude.* Must be able to read, write and speak English.TOOLS & EQUIPMENT:* Hand tools, test meters, controls, etc.PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT:*The physical demands described here are representative of those an employee should possess to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.** The majority of the time is spent in the plant environment and 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 is loud in the production area and hearing protection is always required.* Must be able to lift up to 60lbs.SAFETY EQUIPMENT/TRAINING REQUIREMENT:* Bump cap, hair/beardnet, eye protection/goggles, hand protection, hearing protection, LED helmet light, full-face respirators, single-multiple gas meters, Arc-flash clothing, Arc-flash face shields, fire-resistant hood, electrical gloves and safety shoesMANDATORY TRAINING/COMPETENCY TO BE EARNED:* Proper Lifting, First Aid/CPR/AED, Asbestos, Blood borne pathogens, Aerial/Scissors Lift, Air Receiver Tank, Chromium VI, Compressed Gas Cylinder, Confined Space Entry, Lock/Tag/Try authorized, HAZMAT and Spill Response, Cut/Weld/Hot Work, Crane and Sling, Electrical Work Practices, Elevators, Fall Protection, Ladder, PSM, HAZWOPER, Emergency Response, PIT, Respirator, PPE IndSPR-M/E