TN M&E Associate

Smithfield Foods•Milan, MO

12h

About The Position

The Maintenance and Engineering Associate Technician supports the Maintenance Manager and Maintenance and Engineering Department crews with installation, repair, evaluation, testing, and preventive maintenance of equipment throughout the plant, facilities, utilities, and powerhouse. The role evaluates equipment performance, troubleshoots mechanical and electrical issues, conducts functionality checks, and repairs facility equipment, including electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical systems. The technician applies mechanical engineering principles to diagnose equipment breakdowns, select repair methods, and develop preventive engineering solutions. The position also supports efficient, high-performing manufacturing systems through preventive and predictive maintenance, TPM, standard operating procedures, safety practices, and related maintenance documentation. It requires collaboration with production, quality, and other departments, adherence to GMP and ISO 14001 procedures, and may include travel of 15–25%, periodic overnight travel, long hours, and weekends. A relocation package is available.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electromechanical Engineering, Industrial Maintenance Engineering, or a related field.
At least 1 year of related experience and/or training in industrial mechanical maintenance or a food manufacturing environment, or direct experience in industrial mechanical or food manufacturing maintenance.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, safety rules, operating and maintenance manuals, and procedure manuals.
High level of professionalism and discretion, and ability to self-manage time from remote locations.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Proficiency in Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
Currently authorized to work in the United States; sponsorship is available if needed.
Ability to work well with others in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Ability to operate a forklift, genie lift, scissor lift, and/or other powered industrial truck (PIT).
Ability to work long hours and weekends when required.
Ability to stand, walk, handle or feel objects, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, and talk or hear frequently.
Ability to be respectful, approachable, and team-oriented while building strong working relationships and a positive work environment.

Responsibilities

Diagnose equipment breakdowns and help select repair methods and preventive engineering solutions.
Schedule or coordinate maintenance and safety procedures, equipment service, and supplies needed to keep machinery in optimum condition.
Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, piping sketches, schematics, wiring diagrams, repair manuals, and parts catalogs.
Evaluate design drawings for new or changed tools by measuring drawing dimensions and comparing them with original specifications.
Identify and diagnose mechanical problems, determine corrective action, report findings to the Maintenance Manager, and propose equipment changes to improve efficiency, safety, and reliability.
Set up and conduct tests of complete units and components, record results, compare them with design specifications and test objectives, and recommend changes to products or test methods.
Install heat units, power units, cogeneration equipment, or trigeneration equipment intended to reduce energy use or pollution.
Plan, produce, and assemble new or modified mechanical parts for industrial machinery and equipment.
Use hand and power tools, precision measuring instruments, and electrical and electronic testing devices to resolve mechanical and electrical issues.
Communicate mechanical and electrical issues effectively to the Maintenance Manager and peers, and maintain professional interactions with other departments.
Complete assigned daily preventive maintenance tasks.
Develop and implement solutions using mechanical, electrical, and software designs, equipment, and processes for maintenance systems, processes, and documentation.
Visually inspect and test machinery and equipment, and ensure production lines are in good mechanical order.
Provide technical support to other teams, including Production and Quality, when needed.
Follow Good Manufacturing Practices, safety practices, and ISO 14001 procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned.