Maintenance Mechanic - 3rd shift

Smithfield Packaged Meats Corp; Cudahy (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Retirement Benefits

Relocation Assistance

Tuition Assistance

Career Growth Opportunities

Job summary

Smithfield Packaged Meats Corp is seeking skilled Maintenance Technicians to perform repair and troubleshooting on a variety of food processing equipment in a fast-paced plant environment. The role includes preventative maintenance, belt/gear replacements, and alignments, with opportunities for growth and relocation support.

All applicants should have a high school diploma or GED and the ability to read, write, and communicate in English.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Ability to work well with others in fast paced environment.
• Must read, write and speak English.

Responsibilities

• Repair and troubleshoot food processing equipment including sizers, stuffers, vacuum pumps, packaging machinery, conveyors, slicers, injectors, microwaves and hydraulic units.
• Replace belts, sprockets, gears, chains and valves.
• Rebuild valves, pumps and gearboxes.
• Troubleshoot pneumatic and hydraulic machine problems and repair as needed.
• Repair machine guarding, bolt replacements and other wear-related breakdowns.
• Weld machine components as required.
• Perform Preventative Maintenance like lubrication of parts, drives, chains.
• Installations including hooking up air, water, gas and alignment.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Crew Leader and Supervisor.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Teamwork

English literacy

Independent worker

Read/write English

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Test meters

Controls

Job description

Your Opportunity

• Competitive Starting Pay - $30.16-$41.87/hr
• $1.00/hr Shift Differential for 3rd 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

• 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

• 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 shoes

Mandatory 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 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.

About Smithfield

At Smithfield, good food starts with good people. "Good food. Responsibly." is more than just our tagline; it's what we do. We provide good jobs. We take good care of our animals. We are good stewards of the environment. We do good in our local communities. Smithfield is proud to offer robust, flexible and affordable benefit plans and programs to support our team members and their loved ones, and with out-of-pocket costs, on average, 20 percent less than plans offered by other employers. Beyond our medical plans, our Be Well programs offer tools and resources to enhance your quality of life, at no additional cost. These programs are uniquely tailored to our Smithfield team and provide support for elective surgeries, weight loss, mental health, cancer, kidney disease, diabetes, smoking cessation, asthma, maternity management and more. Our company invests in your future. We offer comprehensive training and professional development programs designed to help you reach your full potential. Through LinkedIn Learning, employees can access on‑demand courses, professional certificates, and skill‑based training to build capabilities aligned with career and business needs. Our partnership with Guild supports your continuing education with tuition assistance covering English language learning, high school completion, and degree programs, while our leadership development initiatives nurture high‑potential talent. We also offer unique benefits like our Smithfield Scholarship Program for employees’ children. Headquartered inSmithfield, Virginia,since 1936,Smithfield Foods, Inc. is an American food company with a leading position in packaged meats and fresh pork products. With a diverse brand portfolio and strong relationships with U.S. farmers and customers, we responsibly meet demand for quality protein around the world. For more information, visit www.smithfieldfoods.com. We believe in the power of protein to end food insecurity and have donated hundreds of millions of food servings to our communities. Smithfield boasts a portfolio of high-quality iconic brands, such as Smithfield®, Eckrich® and Nathan's Famous®, among many others. For more information, visit www.smithfieldfoods.com and connect with us on Facebook, X, formerly known as Twitter, LinkedIn, and Instagram.