Maintenance Mechanic: Growth, Relocation Help, Top Pay

Smithfield Packaged Meats Corp; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Education benefit

Health insurance

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Smithfield Packaged Meats Corp is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic to keep our plant running smoothly. You’ll apply expertise in general maintenance, hydraulic and electrical systems, and basic welding to reduce downtime and improve safety and efficiency.

Work with supervisors and teams to diagnose problems, perform preventive maintenance, and set up and test machinery. The role emphasizes safety, GMPs, and adherence to LOCKOUT/TAGOUT procedures, with opportunities for growth and tuition support.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED plus 1+ years in industrial maintenance or 4 years in food manufacturing maintenance.
• Technical diploma or associate degree (preferred).
• Ability to work in a team and interact with all levels of personnel and contractors.
• Ability to operate forklift, genie lift, scissor lift or other powered industrial trucks.
• Ability to read and follow work orders, write daily reports, and translate equipment manuals.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily preventive maintenance tasks to keep operations running smoothly.
• Maintain production lines in top mechanical condition to minimize downtime.
• Set up, inspect, and test machinery to ensure proper operation.
• Listen for unusual noises or malfunctions and coordinate with supervisors to resolve issues.
• Dismantle and replace faulty parts; restore machinery to full functionality.
• Clean, lubricate, and maintain bearings, gears, and shafts to prevent wear.
• Assist production and quality teams with troubleshooting and repairs.
• Take on additional duties to ensure plant efficiency and timeliness.
• Help repair and maintain the plant facilities and keep a clean, safe environment.

Skills

General Maintenance

Hydraulic Systems

Electrical Systems

Welding

Teamwork

Safety Compliance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Technical/Trade School Diploma or Associate Degree

Job description

Smithfield Packaged Meats Corp is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic to keep our plant running smoothly. You’ll apply expertise in general maintenance, hydraulic and electrical systems, and basic welding to reduce downtime and improve safety and efficiency.

Work with supervisors and teams to diagnose problems, perform preventive maintenance, and set up and test machinery. The role emphasizes safety, GMPs, and adherence to LOCKOUT/TAGOUT procedures, with opportunities for growth and tuition support.