Mechanic Lead - 3rd Shift

Smithfield FoodsMilan, MO
Onsite

About The Position

This position will act in concert with the Maintenance Supervisor to ensure that PM’s are completed, downtime events are responded to appropriately and providing “on the job” training (OJT). Ensure the downtime escalation protocol is executed appropriately. Conduct rounds multiple times per shift to ensure all work is being logged in SAP appropriately. Provide specific hands-on training per the Supervisor’s training plan. Be the maintenance point of contact on the floor with personnel from other departments. Assist supervisor with conducting root cause problem solving and equipment risk assessments. Act in a professional and courteous manner at all times. Work flexible hours as needed. Comply with all personnel, safety, food safety and company policies and procedures, including production standards. This individual will relieve on both sides of the facility to insure techs receive a day off each week.

Requirements

  • Associates degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or six months to one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Ability to take and pass MCCU designated courses.
  • Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
  • Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
  • Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees.
  • Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.
  • Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
  • Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
  • Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
  • Knowledge of manufacturing software; spreadsheet software and word processing software.
  • Ability to work RTE and Raw side.
  • Ability to communicate with others by speaking, reading, and writing English.

Responsibilities

  • Ensure PMs are completed.
  • Respond to downtime events appropriately.
  • Provide "on the job" training (OJT).
  • Ensure downtime escalation protocol is executed appropriately.
  • Conduct rounds multiple times per shift to ensure all work is logged in SAP.
  • Provide specific hands-on training per the Supervisor’s training plan.
  • Act as the maintenance point of contact on the floor with personnel from other departments.
  • Assist supervisor with conducting root cause problem solving and equipment risk assessments.
  • Act in a professional and courteous manner at all times.
  • Work flexible hours as needed.
  • Comply with all personnel, safety, food safety and company policies and procedures, including production standards.
  • Relieve on both sides of the facility to ensure techs receive a day off each week.

Benefits

  • Industry-leading wages
  • Competitive Starting Pay: $25.70-$33.50/hr
  • $1.00/hr Shift Differential
  • Comprehensive Health Insurance
  • Retirement Benefits
  • Education benefit available to full and part-time Smithfield team members upon meeting eligibility requirements
  • Opportunities for career growth
  • Professional development
  • Tuition assistance
  • Relocation Package Available
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