Mechanical Technician

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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 :

Hourly Maintenance Competitive Starting Pay - $27.25-$36.50 / hr

• $1.00 / hr shift differential for 2nd Shift

Comprehensive Health Insurance, Retirement Benefits and More

Looking to move? We will help! Ask about our Relocation Assistance package for Skilled Trades roles! Benefits include, but are not limited to :

Lump Sum payments

Agents to help you sell / buy

Lease Termination Assistance

Moving of goods and vehicles

In addition, we offer opportunities for career growth, professional development, and tuition assistance.

The Maintenance Mechanic m ust have basic knowledge of General Maintenance, Hydraulic Systems, Electrical and Electronic Systems, and Welding (TIG, MIG).Mechanic must be able to work as a team or individually. Must comply with all Company SAFETY rules (LOCKOUT / TAGOUT, ETC) and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP's).

Core Responsibilities

Ensure all assigned daily PM's are completed.

Ensure production lines are in good mechanical order.

Aid other teams (Production, Quality- when needed).

Always follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP's) and Safety Practices.

Setup and visually inspect and tests machinery and equipment

Listens for unusual sounds from machines or equipment to detect malfunction and discusses machine operation variations with supervisors or other personnel to diagnose problem or repair machine.

Dismantles defective machines and equipment and installs new or repaired parts.

Cleans and lubricates shafts, bearings gears, and other parts of machinery.

Repairs and maintains physical structure of establishment.

Follow all ISO 14001 procedures

Other duties as needed.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. May perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.

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.

Vocational Diploma, Technical Diploma or associate degree from a technical maintenance or vocational school. (Preferred)

Possess the ability to 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.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those an employee should possess to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The 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 stand; walk; use hands to handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear.

Relocation Package Available

Yes

EEO Information

Smithfield is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender identity, protected veterans status, status as a disabled individual or any other protected group status or non-job characteristic as directed by law.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment selection process, please call us at 757-357-1595.

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