Maintenance Lead - 2nd Shift

Maintenance Lead

Smithfield offers challenging and rewarding careers where you can grow, contribute and make a real impact.

• Competitive Starting Pay: $25.80/hr – $31.05/hr
• $0.50/hr Shift Differential for 2nd Shift
• Comprehensive Health Insurance, Retirement Benefits and More
• Education benefit available to full and part‑time team members upon meeting eligibility requirements
• Relocation Assistance packages available
• Opportunities for career growth, professional development, and tuition assistance

• Lead the Team: supervise and guide a team of maintenance technicians, ensuring tasks are completed on time and to standard.
• Oversee Maintenance Operations: manage preventive maintenance and equipment repairs, ensuring minimal downtime and maximum efficiency.
• Troubleshoot and Resolve Issues: act as the go‑to person for diagnosing and solving complex mechanical and electrical issues.
• Coordinate with Departments: collaborate with production and other teams to prioritize maintenance needs and reduce disruption.
• Ensure Safety & Compliance: ensure all safety protocols, policies, and regulatory standards are followed on the job.
• Manage Inventory: oversee inventory levels and ensure the team has the tools and parts needed for successful repairs and maintenance.
• Safety First: 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.

• High school diploma or GED and 1+ years of related experience and/or training in industrial mechanical maintenance or food manufacturing, OR 4 years of direct experience in a similar environment.
• Vocational Diploma, Technical Diploma, or associate degree from a technical maintenance or vocational school (preferred).
• Ability to function effectively in a team environment and interact productively with all levels of personnel and outside contractors.
• Ability to operate a forklift, Genie lift, scissor lift, or other powered industrial truck (PIT); attendance at “Train the Trainer” required.
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to read and execute work orders, write daily reports, and translate equipment manuals.
• Relocation Package Available.

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.