Forklift​/Scales​/Banders Mechanic - 2nd Shift

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Have a seat at our table. 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. Apply Now!

Your Opportunity

Our team members receive industry-leading wages and are eligible for great
 benefits packages:  

  

* Competitive Starting Pay - $25.75/hr 

  * $0.50/hr Shift Differential for 2nd Shift

* Comprehensive Health Insurance, Retirement Benefits and More 

* Education benefit available to full and part-time Smithfield team members
    upon meeting eligibility requirements

  

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

 The General Mechanic has responsibilities to maintain, troubleshoot and repair a
 variety of electrical and mechanical equipment in a food processing environment.
 This position requires proficiency in multiple skill clusters, such as
 electrical controls, fluid power, mechanical systems, welding, fabrication and
 manufacturing processes. This person will perform medium to high-level machine
 systems troubleshooting and repair and provide technical support for all phases
 of the operation. This work will be of average to considerable difficulty in the
 accomplishment of a variety of mechanical maintenance actions.

 Core Responsibilities

* Receives work order/request, reviews to determine tools, equipment, time,
    manpower, parts, and supplies needed.

* When responding to crisis calls will always arrive at the scene with basic
    tools and equipment necessary to perform work.

* Read blueprints, schematics (including electrical), wiring diagrams,
    technical manuals, etc.

* Maintains various activity records and logs.

* Observe equipment or machinery while in operation to detect malfunctions.

* Disassemble mechanical equipment, identify faulty/worn parts, replace,
    reassemble, and test.

* Test major subsystems or components to localize problem using specialized
    equipment.

* Fabricate replacement parts which may require welding, cutting, or sheet
    metal work.

* Perform preventive maintenance on various mechanical systems and equipment.
    Install new equipment/appliances including utilities (i.e., electrical,
    water, gas, or drain lines).

* Responsibilities include installing, trouble shooting, and maintaining,
    mechanical equipment, piping systems, electrical controls/components in
    accordance with manufacturer’s specification, local regulations and
    Smithfield safety policies.

* Performs preventive and predictive maintenance schedules on mechanical
    equipment such as pumps, packaging and slicing equipment, harvest and cutting
    equipment used in manufacturing environment.

* Working knowledge and skills in operating a variety of small hand tools and
    devices used in general mechanical maintenance operations

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…