Maintenance Technician II - 2nd Shift

Smithfield Distribution, LLC; United States; On-site; USD 36,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Relocation package

Tuition assistance

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Smithfield Foods, Inc. is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic to repair and maintain material handling equipment and electrical systems at an on-site facility in the United States. The role involves interpreting plans, performing preventive maintenance, and logging all activities in the CMMS.

You must be comfortable operating a forklift or similar equipment. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, plus 1+ years in an industrial maintenance setting or 4 years of related experience;

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; 1+ years in industrial mechanical maintenance or food manufacturing environment, or 4 years' direct experience.
• Vocational/Technical diploma or associate's degree preferred.
• Ability to work in a team and interact with all levels; forklift/scissor lift ability.
• Ability to read work orders, manuals and instructions.

Responsibilities

• Repair and maintain MHE, monitor and trend performance, troubleshoot and perform preventative maintenance.
• Install and repair electrical and lighting issues, dock doors and dock plates.
• Perform PMs per manufacturer guidelines and schedules (oil/filter changes, calibration, lubrication).
• Log time and materials into CMMS; interpret plans and specifications.

Skills

MHE repair

Electrical work

Preventive maintenance

Forklift operation

Reading manuals

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical diploma/Associate's degree

Tools

CMMS software

Job description

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.

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

• Competitive Starting Pay - $25.48 $1.00/hr
• Shift Differential for 2nd Shift
• Comprehensive Health Insurance, Retirement Benefits and More
• In addition, we offer opportunities for career growth, professional development, and tuition assistance.
• In addition, we offer opportunities for career growth, professional development, and tuition assistance.
• Relocation Package Available

Core Responsibilities

• Manage the repair of MHE, including monitoring and trending, troubleshooting and repairs and preventative maintenance
• Conduct installation and repairs on electrical and lighting issues, dock doors, and dock plates
• Conduct preventive maintenance (PM's) within manufacturer's guidelines/specifications and established timelines to include oil changes, filter changes, calibration of equipment, belts changes, inspections, adjustments, lubrication, etc.
• Responsible for logging time and materials into computerized maintenance management system
• Required to interpret and understand plans and specifications, schematics, operating and maintenance manuals
• 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's degree from a technical maintenance or vocational school, a plus.
• 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.
• Can understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to read, write the following: work orders, instructions, daily reports and machine manuals.
• Ability to receive and relate orders/information using various communication devices.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

You will be constantly standing, walking, riding, carrying, twisting, bending, balancing, seeing, hearing, and handling paperwork. You will regularly be lifting objects weighing from less than 20 lbs. to 60 lbs.

Relocation Package Available

Equal Employment Opportunity & Diversity

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.