Maintenance Technician - 2nd shift

Smithfield Packaged Meats Corp; Grayson (KY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Relocation package

Job summary

Smithfield Foods, Inc. is seeking a skilled PM Equipment Maintenance Technician to troubleshoot and repair production equipment across electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, mechanical, plumbing, welding, and refrigeration systems. You will maintain plant equipment and support uptime.

Candidates should have strong mechanical skills, the ability to read instructions, and experience in industrial maintenance. Relocation package available; comprehensive benefits include health insurance and retirement

Qualifications

• Good mechanical skills including but not limited to repair of gearboxes, bearings, etc.
• Ability to read and write and comprehend written instructions.
• Experience in industrial equipment maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair production equipment and systems (electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, mechanical, plumbing, welding, refrigeration).
• Maintain all plant equipment and perform other assigned duties as needed.

Skills

Mechanical skills

AC/DC controls

Industrial equipment maintenance

Job description

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.

YOUR OPPORTUNITY

• Competitive Starting Pay - $21.80-$35.35/hr $1.00/hr Shift Differential for 2nd Shift Comprehensive Health Insurance, Retirement Benefits and More

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

PM Equipment Troubleshoot and repair of production equipment & systems (electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, mechanical, plumbing, welding, refrigeration) Maintain all plant equipment Mechanical ability to perform other assigned duties. The above responsibilities are not all-inclusive and are subject to further addition or modification.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Good mechanical skills including but not limited to repair of gearboxes, bearings, etc.
• Ability to read and write and comprehend written instructions.
• Excellent attendance
• Knowledge of AC/DC controls.
• Ability to continue to gain skills.
• Ability to maintain plant drains and pipes
• Satisfactory work record
• Experience in industrial equipment maintenance
• Ability to perform all tasks as assigned.
• Candidates must be willing and able to complete maintenance level 4 training in accordance with the MTP program.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, grip, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; stoop; kneel; crouch; crawl; sit; climb; or balance. The employee will regularly work at elevated heights. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to seventy-five pounds or more and regularly lift and/or move up to fifty pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

An individual in this position will be exposed to both indoor and outdoor environmental conditions when performing duties. Indoors, an individual will be exposed to cold environments ranging from -10 to 45 deg F or hot environments exceeding 100 deg F.

Relocation Package Available

No 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.

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 in Smithfield, 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.