Smithfield
food processing
GeneralMechanic
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optimal for Mid+ candidates.
“General Mechanic at Smithfield. Skills: maintain, troubleshoot, repair. Receive work order/request. Review to determine needs”
Industry & Context.
troubleshoot; problem solving
plant environment will include wet or humid conditions, extreme cold and heat, working near moving mechanical parts, exposure to fumes or airborne particles, and chemicals, Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but can be loud, Occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds, Regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, Specific vision includes close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus, Frequently required to walk, use hands to handle, or reach with hands, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
1+ years of related experience and/or training in an industrial mechanical maintenance or food manufacturing or 4 years’ direct experience in an industrial mechanical maintenance or food manufacturing maintenance environment, 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 Have
Vocational Diploma, Technical Diploma or associate degree from a technical maintenance or vocational school
What You'll Do.
Receive work order/request
Review to determine needs
Arrive at scene with basic tools
Maintain activity records and logs
Observe equipment to detect malfunctions
Disassemble mechanical equipment
Identify faulty/worn parts
Test major subsystems or components
Localize problem using specialized equipment
Fabricate replacement parts
Perform preventive maintenance
Install new equipment/appliances
Troubleshoot and maintain mechanical equipment
Troubleshoot and maintain piping systems
Troubleshoot and maintain electrical controls/components
Perform preventive and predictive maintenance schedules
Operate a variety of small hand tools
Operate devices used in general mechanical maintenance
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
function effectively in a team environment; interact productively with all levels of team personnel and outside contractors
Communication Scope
follow oral and written instructions; write daily reports; talk or hear
Full Job Description
**If you are currently employed at Smithfield, please log into Workday and submit your application through the Jobs Hub.If you are currently employed at Smithfield, please log into Workday and submit your application through the Jobs Hub.** Have a seat at our table. When you join Smithfield, you become part of something special – a company that's sustainably feeding people around the world, producing good food the right way with respect for our people, animals, communities and planet. With opportunities across locations and functions, a culture grounded in our Core Four values - gratitude, communication, respect and accountability - and a strong commitment to learning, collaboration, and innovation, Smithfield offers challenging and rewarding careers where you can grow, contribute and make a real impact. **Apply Now!** **MAINTENANCE** At Smithfield, our people are our greatest strength, and we are building a culture that places value on encouraging team members at all levels to find opportunities that allow them to build rewarding and long-lasting careers with our company. If you think this open position is right for you, you are encouraged to apply! The General Mechanic has responsibilities to maintain, troubleshoot and repair a variety of electrical and mechanical equipment in a food processing environment. This position requires proficiency in multiple skill clusters, such as electrical controls, fluid power, mechanical systems, welding, fabrication and manufacturing processes. This person will perform medium to high-level machine systems troubleshooting and repair and provide technical support for all phases of the operation. This work will be of average to considerable difficulty in the accomplishment of a variety of mechanical maintenance actions. Core Responsibilities * Receives work order/request, reviews to determine tools, equipment, time, manpower, parts, and supplies needed. * When responding to crisis calls will always arrive at the scene with basic too
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