Electrician - 3rd Shift

Smithfield Foods•Crete, NE

4d•$35 - $41•Onsite

About The Position

A great job-and a great future-awaits you at Smithfield Foods. We are an American food company with a leading position in packaged meats and fresh pork products. We’re looking for motivated people who want to join our team and grow lasting and meaningful careers with us. Apply Now! Your Opportunity Our team members receive industry-leading wages and are eligible for great benefits packages: Competitive Starting Pay - $35.45-$40.90/hr $1.00/hr Shift Differential for 3rd Shift Comprehensive Health Insurance, Retirement Benefits and More 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 Electrical Technician is responsible for troubleshooting, repairing electronic and electrical systems and providing technical support to other team members when needed. 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.

Requirements

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, required.
Strong knowledge of AC/DC motors, controls, sensors, pneumatics, hydraulics, mechanical systems, and troubleshooting.
Computer/device communications using standard protocols including TCP/IP, Ethernet/IP, Device net, Modbus, Hart, Serial
Basic computer skills and the ability to work independently are also required for this position.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of programmable logic/automation controllers, human-machine interfaces, hardware, and associated programming languages (Ladder Logic, FBD, SFC, Structured Text). Platforms include Rockwell Automation, Siemens, GE, Ignition.
Knowledgeable in processes such as food processing/packaging, water treatment, refrigeration, and boiler control.

Responsibilities

Maintains and installs communication cables, power distribution and wiring required for equipment as well as computer systems.
Installs, modifies and repairs all electrical/electronic devices.
Assists maintenance technicians when troubleshooting electronic and electrical issues.
Maintains involvement with operations of the plant processing equipment and scale systems.
Demonstrates strong safety leadership skills and follows safe work practices.
Follows food safety and good manufacturing practices.
Works as part of a team to plan and conduct equipment repairs.
Receives work order/request, reviews to determine tools, equipment, time, manpower, parts, and supplies needed.
When responding to crisis calls will always arrive at the scene with basic tools and equipment necessary to perform work.
Read blueprints, schematics (including electrical), wiring diagrams, technical manuals, etc.
Maintains various activity records and logs.
Observe equipment or machinery while in operation to detect malfunctions.
Test major subsystems or components to localize problem using specialized equipment.
Perform preventive maintenance on various electrical/electronic systems and components.
Install new equipment/appliances including utilities (i.e., communication data lines, electrical components).
Responsibilities include installing, trouble shooting, and maintaining, electrical controls/components in accordance with manufacturer’s specification, local regulations, and Smithfield safety policies.
Performs preventive and predictive maintenance schedules on mechanical equipment such as pumps, packaging and slicing equipment, harvest and cutting equipment used in manufacturing environment as it relates to electrical/electronic components.
Working knowledge and skills in operating a variety of small hand tools and devices used in electrical/electronic troubleshooting and repairs

Benefits

Competitive Starting Pay - $35.45-$40.90/hr
$1.00/hr Shift Differential for 3rd Shift
Comprehensive Health Insurance, Retirement Benefits and More
Open to moving? We will help! Ask about our Relocation Assistance packages!
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.
Our partnership with GUILD supports your continuing education with tuition assistance covering English language learning and various certificate programs, while our leadership development initiatives nurture high-potential talent.
For those looking to build specialized skills, we offer apprenticeship programs that combine hands-on experience with focused learning.
We also offer unique benefits like our Smithfield Scholarship Program for employees’ children.
Smithfield’s Education Reimbursement Program provides financial reimbursement to team members who want to further their formal education by obtaining a GED/High School Equivalency (HSE) Diploma or by pursuing an academic degree at an accredited college or university that is not a Guild learning partner.