Master Electrician - 1st Shift

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When you join Smithfield, you become part of something special – a company that's sustainably feeding people around the world, producing good food the right way with respect for our people, animals, communities and planet. With opportunities across locations and functions, a culture grounded in our core four values - gratitude, communication, respect and accountability - and a strong commitment to learning, collaboration, and innovation, Smithfield offers challenging and rewarding careers where you can grow, contribute and make a real impact.

Your opportunity includes industry-leading wages and great benefits packages:

• Competitive starting pay - $45.10
• Comprehensive health insurance, retirement benefits and more
• Education benefits available to full and part-time Smithfield team members upon meeting eligibility requirements
• Relocation assistance packages available

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

We are looking for a skilled Master Electrician to join our maintenance team at our meat packaging facility. You will be responsible for ensuring the safe and efficient operation of the plant's electrical systems, equipment, and machinery.

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!

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.

• Installs, services and repair lightning fixtures, electrical panels, outlets and wiring.
• Operates power and hand tools and other specialized electrical equipment
• Installs, services and repair specialized electrical equipment.
• Constructs and maintains service equipment.
• Read electrical circuits diagrams.
• Requisition s materials and supplies from stockroom and recommend purchases and supplies.
• Transfer primary power from one power source to another.
• Installs conductors, splices cables, builds terminations and does necessary hook up for primary power lines.
• May do other trades work incidental to electrical work.
• Performs work required for the repair, maintenance, installation, and modernization of electrical systems for buildings, equipment and grounds.
• Performs work of a skilled variety demanding a high degree of manual and technical competency.
• Locates and determines electrical malfunctions using test equipment.
• Repairs malfunctions by such methods as replacing burned out elements, fuses, and replacing defective wiring, cleaning and repairing motors.
• Tests electrical equipment, such as motors, heaters, and controls for safety and efficiency, using standard test equipment and by observing functions.
• Inspect circuits for specified shielding and grounding.
• Performs other duties as required by manager and/or supervisor.

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.

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must have a Master Electrician Certification with the State of Minnesota.
• Prefer BS degree with 3+ years of relevant experience and experience working in the food industry.
• Must be able to read and write fluently in English to communicate and understand technical/training manuals written in English.
• 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 preferred
• Ability to be obtain Lockout/Tagout and Hazmat certification and be trained in Confined Space procedures.
• Employee is required to stand, sit, walk, push, pull, climb, reach overhead and bend to the floor. Must be able to lift up to 100 pounds occasionally.
• The employee is subject to production environment. High noise level from operating machines. Physical hazards from moving equipment and machine parts.
• Skin exposure to animal fat, grease, and chemicals. Heat, cold and occasionally wet conditions.
• Displays sound judgment, organizational skills, and the ability to work independently with little supervision.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

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…