Maintenance Mechanic: Relocation, Training & Growth

Smithfield Foods, Inc.; Tar Heel (NC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Tuition Assistance

Relocation Package

Job summary

Smithfield Foods, Inc. is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic to keep our plant running smoothly with expertise in mechanical maintenance, hydraulic and electrical systems, and basic welding.

You will follow LOCKOUT/TAGOUT and GMPs, perform preventive maintenance on production lines, and work with teams to minimize downtime while ensuring a safe, compliant, high-performance environment. Opportunities for relocation support available.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED plus 1+ year in industrial mechanical maintenance or 4 years in a similar environment.
• Technical or vocational diploma/associate degree preferred.
• Ability to operate forklifts and powered industrial trucks (PIT).
• Ability to read and follow work orders and equipment manuals.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily preventive maintenance to keep operations running smoothly.
• Inspect, set up, test and troubleshoot machinery with attention to safety.
• Dismantle faulty parts, replace and restore full function.
• Clean, lubricate and maintain bearings, gears, shafts and related components.
• Assist production and quality teams; support troubleshooting and repairs as needed.
• Follow LOCKOUT/TAGOUT safety procedures and GMPs to maintain a safe site.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

General Maintenance

Hydraulic Systems

Electrical Systems

Welding Basics

Industrial Safety

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Technical/Vocational Diploma

Associate Degree (Preferred)

Tools

Forklift

Genie Lift

Scissor Lift

Job description

Smithfield Foods, Inc. is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic to keep our plant running smoothly with expertise in mechanical maintenance, hydraulic and electrical systems, and basic welding.

You will follow LOCKOUT/TAGOUT and GMPs, perform preventive maintenance on production lines, and work with teams to minimize downtime while ensuring a safe, compliant, high-performance environment. Opportunities for relocation support available.