Maintenance Technician - 2nd Shift

Smithfield Foods•Peru, IN

11d•$28•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! YOUR OPPORTUNITY Our team members receive industry-leading wages and are eligible for great benefits packages: Competitive Starting Pay - $28.10/hr. to start Comprehensive Health Insurance, Retirement Benefits and More In addition, we offer opportunities for career growth, professional development, and tuition assistance. THE VALUE YOU’LL BRING The position summary states the general nature and purpose of the job. Overall accountabilities are defined in this section. Are you a talented mechanic searching for a career that offers excitement, growth, and recognition for your expertise? At Smithfield, you’ll be the heartbeat of our operations, keeping state-of-the-art food processing equipment running at peak performance. From troubleshooting and repairing advanced machinery to working on cutting-edge systems like conveyors, vacuum pumps, and hydraulic units, no two days are the same. Join a team that values your skills, empowers your success, and rewards your dedication with opportunities to grow and thrive. If you’re ready to take your career to the next level, we can’t wait to welcome you aboard!

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.
Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to work independently and troubleshoot effectively.
Effective communication skills, including proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English.

Nice To Haves

Vocational or technical diploma, or associate degree in maintenance (preferred)
Excel in a fast-paced, collaborative environment while maintaining a respectful and team-oriented approach.
Ability to operate a forklift, genie lift or scissor lift or other powered industrial trucks (PIT).
Demonstrated ability to build positive working relationships and contribute to a supportive and productive work environment with all levels of team personnel including outside contractors.

Responsibilities

Repair and Troubleshooting: You’ll diagnose and repair a wide range of food processing equipment, including sizers, stuffers, vacuum pumps, conveyors, slicers, injectors, microwaves, and hydraulic units, keeping operations running smoothly.
Component Replacement and Rebuilds: Take charge of replacing belts, sprockets, gears, chains, and valves while rebuilding essential components like pumps, gearboxes, and valves to ensure equipment stays in top condition.
Hydraulic, Pneumatic, and Mechanical Maintenance: Your expertise will be critical in troubleshooting and repairing hydraulic and pneumatic systems, addressing mechanical wear issues, welding machine components, and maintaining proper machine safety features.
Preventative Maintenance and Installation: You’ll perform regular preventative maintenance, such as lubricating parts, drives, and chains, and handle equipment installations by connecting air, water, and gas lines, as well as aligning and leveling machinery, utilizing hand tools, test meters, controls, etc.
Team Collaboration and Support: Work closely with your Crew Leader and Supervisor, taking on additional tasks and contributing to the success of the team by ensuring equipment reliability and operational excellence.

Benefits

Competitive Starting Pay - $28.10/hr. to start
Comprehensive Health Insurance, Retirement Benefits and More
opportunities for career growth
professional development
tuition assistance
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.
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.
comprehensive training and professional development programs designed to help you reach your full potential.
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.
apprenticeship programs that combine hands-on experience with focused learning.
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.