Maintenance Technician - 2nd Shift

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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.
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**** THE VALUE YOU’LL BRING:
** Our team members receive industry-leading wages and are eligible for great benefits packages:
* Hourly Maintenance Competitive Starting Pay $27.05
* Comprehensive Health Insurance, Retirement Benefits and More In addition, we offer opportunities for career growth, professional development, and tuition assistance.
* The position summary states the general nature and purpose of the job. Overall accountabilities are defined in this section.
* The
** Maintenance Technician
** is the go-to for keeping our plant running smoothly, responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing a wide range of
** electrical and mechanical equipment
** in our fast-paced food processing environment. You’ll be a jack-of-all-trades, bringing your expertise in
** electrical controls**,
** fluid power**,
** mechanical systems**,
** welding**, and
** fabrication
* * to solve complex issues and keep production on track.
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* WHAT YOU’LL DO:

*** The below 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.*
* ** Efficient Work Order & Emergency Response
- ** Review work orders to assess the tools, equipment, time, manpower, parts, and supplies needed for each task—ensuring you're always prepared. Use SAP to create work orders. Respond quickly to emergency calls, showing up with the right tools and equipment to get the job done fast and efficiently. Read and interpret technical documents such as blueprints, schematics, wiring diagrams, and manuals to diagnose and repair complex issues.
* ** Hands-On Maintenance & Equipment Repair
- ** Monitor machinery while in operation to spot malfunctions early, ensuring production stays on track. Disassemble and troubleshoot mechanical equipment, pinpoint faulty parts, replace and reassemble with precision, and test to ensure proper functionality. Fabricate replacement parts when necessary, using skills like welding, cutting, and sheet metal work to ensure repairs are done right. Perform regular preventive maintenance on a wide range of mechanical systems, including pumps, packaging, slicing equipment, and more, keeping everything running smoothly.
* ** Installation & System Maintenance
- ** Take charge of installing and maintaining essential systems, from mechanical equipment and piping to electrical controls—ensuring everything meets manufacturer specs and local safety regulations. Install new equipment and utilities, including electrical, water, gas, and drain lines, to keep operations running at full capacity.
* ** Technical Skills & Problem-Solving
- ** Stay sharp with a working knowledge of small hand tools and devices used in general mechanical maintenance—ready to tackle a variety of tasks with ease. Adhere to preventive and predictive maintenance schedules to ensure optimal performance and minimal downtime of all plant systems.
* ** Safety First!
** You'll 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. Your skills and attention to detail will directly contribute to the success of the team and the plant as a whole!
** WHAT WE’RE SEEKING:
*** 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…