Refrigeration Technician - 2nd and 3rd Shift

Sfdbrands; Tar Heel (NC); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Tuition assistance

Professional development

LinkedIn Learning access

Guild education support

Job summary

Smithfield Foods, Inc. in Tar Heel, NC is hiring for hourly maintenance roles. You will help plan and conduct equipment repairs, perform routine inspections, and respond to urgent work orders while upholding safety and food safety standards.

The position offers competitive starting pay ($24.05–$32.30/hr), shift differentials, comprehensive health insurance, retirement benefits, and opportunities for tuition assistance and career growth.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; 1+ years in industrial maintenance or 4 years in similar field.
• RETA certification preferred; experience with ammonia refrigeration or industrial systems is a plus.
• Ability to work all shifts, including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct equipment repairs as part of a team.
• Perform routine audits and equipment inspections.
• Respond to unplanned work requests promptly and safely.
• Follow food safety and good manufacturing practices.

Skills

Safety leadership

Team collaboration

Troubleshooting

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

RETA Certification preferred

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

• Hourly Maintenance Competitive Starting Pay– $24.05 - $32.30/ hr $0.50/hr shift differential for 2nd and 3rd shift

• Comprehensive Health Insurance, Retirement Benefits and More

• In addition, we offer opportunities for career growth, professional development, and tuition assistance.

• 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.

• We also offer unique benefits like our Smithfield Scholarship Program for employees’ children.

Core Responsibilities

• Have or be able to attain RETA certification
• Demonstrate strong safety leadership skills and follow safe work practices
• Work as part of a team to plan and conduct equipment repairs
• Conduct routine audits and equipment inspections
• Demonstrate troubleshooting abilities
• Maintain open and professional line of communication with operations
• Respond to unplanned/emergency work requests in a timely & effective manner
• Follow food safety and good manufacturing practices
• Be highly motivated and able to work independently

Qualifications

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. Industrial maintenance experience should include comprehensive knowledge in three or more of the following areas: RETA Certification, Ammonia Refrigeration, Engine & Boiler systems, Electricity & motor controls, Controls & instrumentation, PLC/software & hardware, Pneumatics & Hydraulics, Mechanical systems, Predictive/Predictive maintenance, Maintenance Planning, Site utilities, System analysis & troubleshooting, Pipefitting & welding, Machining, Metal fabrication, Basic computer skills and the ability to work independently are also required for this position. Preference will be given to candidates with a certification or degree in mechanical, electrical or industrial maintenance and/or related college or technical level course work. This is a full time hourly position; all applicants should be willing to work all shifts (days/evenings/overnights), extended hours and weekends.

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.

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.