Smithfield Foods
food processing
MaintenanceTechnician
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“Maintenance Technician at Smithfield Foods. Skills: electrical controls, mechanical systems, troubleshooting, repair. Receives work order/request. reviews to determine tools, equipment, time, manpower, parts, and supplies needed”
Industry & Context.
troubleshoot and repair a variety of electrical and mechanical equipment; machine systems troubleshooting and repair; provide technical support for all phases of the operation
plant environment will include wet or humid conditions (non-weather related), extreme cold and heat (non-weather related), 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 when in the production area, Occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds, Regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds utilizing the buddy system or specifically designed lifting devices, Specific vision includes close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus, Frequently required to walk; use hands to handle, or reach with hands and 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, 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, Possess the ability to function effectively in a team environment and interact productively with all levels of team personnel and outside contractors
What You'll Do.
Receives work order/request
reviews to determine tools
responding to crisis calls
arrive at the scene with basic tools and equipment
schematics (including electrical)
Maintains various activity records and logs
Observe equipment or machinery while in operation to detect malfunctions
Disassemble mechanical equipment
identify faulty/worn parts
Test major subsystems or components to localize problem using specialized equipment
Fabricate replacement parts which may require welding
Perform preventive maintenance on various mechanical systems and equipment
Install new equipment/appliances including utilities (i. e.
electrical controls/components
accordance with manufacturer’s specification
local regulations and Smithfield safety policies
Performs preventive and predictive maintenance schedules on mechanical equipment
operating a variety of small hand tools and devices used in general mechanical maintenance operations
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
interact productively with all levels of team personnel and outside contractors
Communication Scope
Understand and follow oral and written instructions; Ability to read and execute work order, write daily reports, and translate equipment manuals; 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.**** 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 - $24.25-$37.55/hr * $1.00/hr Shift Differential for 2nd or 3rd shift * Comprehensive Health Insurance, Retirement Benefits and More * Open to moving? We will help! Ask about our Relocation Assistance packages! In addition, we offer opportunities for career growth, professional development, and tuition assistance. The Maintenance Technician 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 tools and equipment necessary to perform work. * Read blueprints, schematics (including electrical), wiring diagrams, technical manuals, etc. * Maintains various activity records and logs. * Observe equipment or machinery while in operation to detect malfunctions. * Disassemble mechanic
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