TN M&E Associate

Smithfield Packaged Meats Corp; Sioux Center (IA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

LinkedIn Learning

Scholarship program

Job summary

Smithfield Packaged Meats Corp is seeking a Maintenance and Engineering Associate Technician in the United States to develop engineering projects, troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues, and perform functionality checks on facility equipment including electrical, hydraulics, and mechanical systems.

You will read and interpret drawings, design modifications, install energy-related equipment, and coordinate preventive maintenance with other departments, while traveling up to 25% and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Mechanical or related field is required.
• 1+ years of related experience in industrial mechanical maintenance or food manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, safety rules, manuals, and procedures.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills; proficient in Word, PowerPoint, and Excel; travel up to 25%.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose equipment breakdowns and determine corrective actions.
• Schedule maintenance or safety procedures and coordinate materials.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, schematics, and piping sketches.
• Identify improvements to equipment to enhance production efficiency and safety.
• Communicate complex mechanical and electrical issues to Maintenance Manager and teams.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Communication

Microsoft Office

Electrical knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Forklift operation

Genie lift

PIT equipment

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

As a Maintenance and Engineering Associate Technician, you will develop a diverse variety of engineering projects, evaluating equipment performance, troubleshooting mechanical and electrical issues, and performing functionality checks and repairs on facility equipment including areas such as electrical, hydraulics, and mechanical.

Core Responsibility

Use knowledge of mechanical engineering principals to support the Maintenance and Engineering Department diagnosing equipment breakdowns and assist in selecting appropriate methods for repairs and designing preventive engineering solutions in those areas as needed.

Schedule and/or coordinate the maintenance or safety procedures, equipment service, or supply of materials required to maintain machines or equipment in the optimum condition.

Read and interpret, engineering design drawings, blueprints, piping sketches, schematics and wiring diagrams.

Evaluate deign drawings for new or change tools by measuring dimensions on the drawings and comparing them with original specifications.

Identify, evaluate, diagnose mechanical problems to determine corrective action needed, reporting conclusions to Maintenance Manager; propose changes to equipment to improve production efficiency, ensure machines run safely, and prevent future interruptions.

Analyze engineering drawings, repair manuals, or parts catalogs, as necessary.

Set up and conduct tests of complete units and their components and record results.

Compare results with design specifications and with test objectives and make recommendations for changes in products or test methods.

Install heat units, power units, cogeneration equipment, or trigeneration equipment that reduces energy use or pollution.

Plan, produce, and assemble new or changed mechanical parts for products, such as industrial machinery, equipment, and units.

In resolving mechanical and electrical issues, use tools raging from common hand and power tools to precision measuring and electrical and electronic testing devices.

Effectively communicate complex mechanical and electrical issues to Maintenance Manager and peers.

Establish and maintain effective and professional interaction with other departments as well.

Ensure all assign daily PM’s are completed.

Analyze problems and develop and implement solutions using mechanical, electrical, and software designs, equipment, and processes for maintenance systems, processes and documentation associated with efficient and High Performing Manufacturing Organizations (Prevention and Predictive Maintenance, TPM, SOP’s, Safety, etc.).

Visually inspects and tests machinery and equipment Ensure production lines are in good mechanical order.

Provides aid and technical support to other teams (Production, Quality- when needed).

Always follows Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s) and Safety Practices.

Follow all ISO 14001 procedures

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

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college/university, in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electromechanical Engineering, Industrial Maintenance Engineering, or related field, required.
• 1+ years of related experience and/or training in an industrial mechanical maintenance or food manufacturing environment; or direct experience in an industrial mechanical maintenance or food manufacturing maintenance
• Must have the ability to read and interpret documents, such as blueprints, safety rules, operating and maintenance manuals, and procedure manuals.
• Must possess a high level of professionalism, discretion, and ability to self-manage his/her time from remote locations.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Proficient in Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Travel up to 15-25% of time.
• Periodic overnight travel required.
• Currently authorized to work in the U.S. (Sponsorship available if needed)
• Ability to work well with others in fast paced, dynamic environment.
• Ability to operate a forklift, genie lift, scissor lift and/or other power industrial truck (PIT)
• May be required to work long hours and weekends.
• 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.
• Ability to be respectful, approachable and team oriented while building strong working relationships and a positive work environment.

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.

Check out this video to learn more about this role! 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.

Benefits

• 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 inSmithfield, 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.