Maintenance Technician - 2nd Shift

Smithfield Foods; Registry Park (IA); On-site; USD 40,088 - 52,830; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Education benefit

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Smithfield Foods, a global leader in sustainable, people‑centered meat production, is hiring a Maintenance Mechanic. The role requires basic knowledge of maintenance, hydraulics, electrical systems and welding, with teamwork and independence.

You will perform PMs, repair machinery, and uphold GMP and safety standards. The position offers competitive hourly wages ($29.10–$38.35/hr), a $1.00/hr second shift differential, strong benefits, education support, and relocation assistance for eligible

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with 1+ years in mechanical maintenance in food manufacturing or related field.
• Vocational/technical diploma or associate degree preferred.
• Ability to work in a team and with contractors.
• Forklift or PIT operation experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily PMs on equipment and ensure lines run smoothly.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and electronic systems.
• Dismantle, repair, and replace faulty components as needed.
• Follow GMPs and safety procedures, including Lockout/Tagout.
• Inspect and test machinery, document work performed, and report issues to supervisors.
• Assist other teams as needed to maintain production efficiency.

Skills

General maintenance

Hydraulic systems

Electrical systems

Welding (TIG, MIG)

Education

High school diploma or GED

Vocational/Technical diploma or associate degree (preferred)

Tools

Forklift operation

Genie lift

Scissor lift

PIT (Powered industrial trucks)

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

Our team members receive industry-leading wages and are eligible for great benefits packages:

• Hourly Maintenance Competitive Starting Pay - $29.10-$38.35/hr

• $1.00/hr shift differential for 2nd 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.

The Maintenance Mechanic must have basic knowledge of General Maintenance, Hydraulic Systems, Electrical and Electronic Systems, and Welding (TIG, MIG). Mechanic must be able to work as a team or individually. Must comply with all Company SAFETY rules (LOCKOUT/TAGOUT, ETC) and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP's).

Core Responsibilities

• Ensure all assigned daily PM's are completed.

• Ensure production lines are in good mechanical order.

• Aid other teams (Production, Quality- when needed).

• Always follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP's) and Safety Practices.

• Setup and visually inspect and tests machinery and equipment

• Listens for unusual sounds from machines or equipment to detect malfunction and discusses machine operation variations with supervisors or other personnel to diagnose problem or repair machine.

• Dismantles defective machines and equipment and installs new or repaired parts.

• Cleans and lubricates shafts, bearings gears, and other parts of machinery.

• Repairs and maintains physical structure of establishment.

• Follow all ISO 14001 procedures

• Other duties as needed.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. May perform other duties as assigned.

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) and 1+ years of related experience and/or training in an industrial mechanical maintenance or food manufacturing environment; or 4 years' direct experience in an industrial mechanical maintenance or food manufacturing maintenance environment.

• Vocational Diploma, Technical Diploma or associate degree from a technical maintenance or vocational school. (Preferred)

• Possess the ability to function effectively in a team environment and interact productively with all levels of team personnel and outside contractors.

• Ability to operate a forklift, genie lift or scissor lift or other powered industrial trucks (PIT).

• Understand and follow oral and written instructions.

• Ability to read and execute work order, write daily reports, and translate equipment manuals.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

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 plant environment 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 in the work environment is usually moderate but can be loud when in the production area.

• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds

• Regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds utilizing the buddy system or specifically designed lifting devices

• Specific vision includes close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus.

• Frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear.

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.