TN M&E Associate - 1st Shift

Smithfield Foods; United States; On-site; USD 54,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Education benefit for tuition

Job summary

Smithfield Foods is seeking a Maintenance Engineer to support the Maintenance and Engineering Department by diagnosing equipment breakdowns and designing preventive solutions. You will read drawings, plan procedures, and coordinate materials to keep machines in optimal condition.

Role requires diagnosing mechanical issues, implementing corrective actions, and testing complete units. You will install cogeneration and other energy-saving equipment, work with cross-functional teams, and ensure

Qualifications

• Bachelor-like knowledge of mechanical engineering principles is preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, schematics.

Responsibilities

• Use knowledge of mechanical engineering principles 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.
• 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.
• Set up and conduct tests of complete units and their components and record results.
• 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 ranging 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

Skills

Mechanical engineering

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 - $39.23-$44.10/hr
• Comprehensive Health Insurance, Retirement Benefits and More
• Education benefit available to full and part-time Smithfield team members upon meeting eligibility requirements
• In addition, we offer opportunities for career growth, professional development, and tuition assistance.

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 ranging 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

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