Utilities Mechanic - 3rd Shift

Smithfield Foods•Kinston, NC

32d•$28 - $37

About The Position

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! Our team members receive industry-leading wages and are eligible for great benefits packages: Competitive Starting Pay - $27.95-$36.95/hr $1.00/hr Shift Differential for 3rd Shift Comprehensive Health Insurance, Retirement Benefits and More In addition, we offer opportunities for career growth and professional development. Are you ready to make an impact in a fast-paced and dynamic environment? As a Utilities Mechanic, you will be an essential part of the team, ensuring the reliability and efficiency of our critical utility systems. From heating and cooling systems to air and water supply, you’ll be the go-to expert in keeping everything running smoothly, ensuring optimal production and safety 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

Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair vital utilities like water, air, steam, refrigeration, and heating systems to ensure maximum uptime and efficiency across the plant.
Execute regular preventive maintenance (PM) tasks, including inspections, calibrations, and part replacements to prevent disruptions and keep systems in optimal working order.
Respond to emergency breakdowns and repairs with speed and accuracy, minimizing downtime and keeping production on track when things go wrong.
Continuously monitor the performance of utility systems, ensuring everything—from pumps to valves to motors—runs at peak efficiency.
Work closely with maintenance and production teams to ensure utility systems meet the plant’s needs, addressing any issues promptly and effectively.
Bring forward your ideas to improve efficiency, streamline processes, and contribute to energy-saving projects that reduce operational costs.
Maintain accurate records of all maintenance activities, including repair logs and regulatory compliance checks, ensuring the plant stays ahead of inspections and audits.
Follow strict safety protocols and procedures to ensure the safety of yourself, your team, and the entire facility when working with heavy equipment and high-pressure systems.

Benefits

Competitive Starting Pay - $27.95-$36.95/hr
$1.00/hr Shift Differential for 3rd Shift
Comprehensive Health Insurance, Retirement Benefits and More
opportunities for career growth and professional development
robust, flexible and affordable benefit plans and programs to support our team members and their loved ones
medical plans
Be Well programs offer tools and resources to enhance your quality of life, at no additional cost.
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
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.