Facilities Maintenance - 1st Shift

Smithfield Foods • Wilson, NC

1d • Onsite

About The Position

If you are currently employed at Smithfield, please log into Workday and submit your application through the Jobs Hub. 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! THE VALUE YOU’LL BRING: The position summary states the general nature and purpose of the job. Overall accountabilities are defined in this section. We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Facilities Maintenance Personnel to join our team at a state-of-the-art pork processing plant. This role is responsible for ensuring the safe, efficient, and continuous operation of the plant’s equipment, systems, and infrastructure. You will be instrumental in maintaining and repairing a wide range of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems while ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards. Safety First! You'll follow all company safety protocols, including LOCKOUT/TAGOUT procedures, and adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) to maintain a safe, compliant, and high-performance environment. Your skills and attention to detail will directly contribute to the success of the team and the plant as a whole!

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.
• 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 or other powered industrial trucks (PIT).
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to read and execute work order, write daily reports, and translate equipment manuals.

Nice To Haves

• Vocational Diploma, Technical Diploma or associate degree from a technical maintenance or vocational school. (Preferred).

Responsibilities

• Equipment & Facility Maintenance: Operate and maintain key plant machinery, including boilers, refrigeration systems, conveyors, fans, pumps, and motors. Perform regular checks and repairs to keep mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems running smoothly. Ensure all equipment runs efficiently to minimize downtime and keep production on track.
• System Troubleshooting & Repairs: Quickly diagnose and fix issues with electrical and mechanical systems using schematics and manuals. Handle urgent problems during production to minimize disruptions and keep the plant moving. Troubleshoot complex systems like ammonia refrigeration and steam boilers to maintain smooth operations.
• Safety & Compliance: Follow safety protocols and use proper PPE when handling hazardous materials. Ensure compliance with safety and environmental standards (OSHA, EPA, USDA) to maintain a safe work environment. Conduct regular safety checks to make sure all systems meet plant and regulatory requirements.
• Facility Operations & Maintenance Support: Keep maintenance areas clean and organized, ensuring tools and materials are easy to access. Support critical plant areas like dry rooms and smokehouses to keep them running smoothly. Participate in routine maintenance for HVAC, lighting, plumbing, and waste systems to keep the plant operating efficiently.
• Team Collaboration & Communication: Work closely with the Maintenance Supervisor and plant teams to prioritize tasks and manage repairs. Keep clear records of maintenance activities and repairs. Communicate effectively with plant staff to keep everyone informed about maintenance schedules and issues.

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.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees