Maintenance Mechanic - 2nd Shift

About the position

As a Maintenance Mechanic at Smithfield Foods, you'll bring your expertise in General Maintenance, Hydraulic Systems, Electrical & Electronic Systems, and basic welding to keep our operations running smoothly. Whether you're working as part of a team or tackling challenges independently, you'll play a key role in ensuring our plant operates efficiently and safely. 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!

Responsibilities

• Ensure all daily preventive maintenance (PM) tasks are completed on schedule to keep operations running smoothly.
• Maintain production lines in top mechanical condition to minimize downtime.
• Set up, inspect visually, and test machinery to ensure they are operating as expected.
• Listen for unusual sounds or malfunctions in machinery, work with supervisors to diagnose and resolve problems quickly.
• Dismantle malfunctioning machinery, replace or repair faulty parts, and restore them to full functionality.
• Clean, lubricate, and maintain key machinery components like bearings, gears, and shafts to prevent wear and tear.
• Assist the production and quality teams as needed, offering support and expertise in troubleshooting or repairs.
• Help repair and maintain the physical structure of the plant to keep it in good working order.
• Assist with overall plant maintenance tasks, ensuring a clean, safe, and organized environment for all operations.

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

Benefits

• Competitive Starting Pay - $26.50-$35.90/hr
• $1.00/hr Shift Differential for 2nd Shift
• Comprehensive Health Insurance, Retirement Benefits and More
• Relocation Assistance packages
• Opportunities for career growth, professional development, and tuition assistance.