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A great job-and a great future-awaits you at Smithfield Foods. We’re an $18 billion food company with nearly 60,000 employees worldwide.

We’re looking for motivated people who want to join our team and grow lasting and meaningful careers with us. Join our family today. Apply Now!

Your Opportunity

Our team members receive industry-competitive salaries and are eligible for great benefits packages :

• Competitive Pay : $
• Comprehensive Health Insurance, Retirement Benefits and More
• Education benefits available to full and part-time Smithfield team members on their first day of employment.

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

Core Responsibilities

• Have or be able to attain RETA certification
• Demonstrate strong safety leadership skills and follow safe work practices
• Work as part of a team to plan and conduct equipment repairs
• Conduct routine audits and equipment inspections
• Demonstrate troubleshooting abilities
• Maintain open and professional line of communication with operations
• Respond to unplanned / emergency work requests in a timely & effective manner
• Follow food safety and good manufacturing practices
• Be highly motivated and able to work independently

Qualifications

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.

Industrial maintenance experience should include comprehensive knowledge in three or more of the following areas : RETA CertificationAmmonia RefrigerationEngine & Boiler systemsElectricity & motor controlsControls & instrumentationPLC / software & hardwarePneumatics & HydraulicsMechanical systemsPredictive / Predictive maintenanceMaintenance PlanningSite utilitiesSystem analysis & troubleshootingPipefitting & weldingMachiningMetal fabricationBasic computer skills and the ability to work independently are also required for this position.

Preference will be given to candidates with a certification or degree in mechanical, electrical or industrial maintenance and / or related college or technical level course work.

Work Environments & Physical Demands

• 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.

EEO / AA 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.

Salary Range

$ - $

Last updated : 2024-06-20