Maintenance Technician
Company: Smithfield
Location: Kinston
Posted on: May 27, 2023
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Job Description:
Job Locations
US-NC-Kinston
Your Opportunity
Address:
1780 Smithfield Way
Kinston , North Carolina 28504
A great job and a great future await you at Smithfield Foods. As
the world's largest pork processor and largest hog producer in the
United States, we're a $16 billion global food company with more
than 55,000 employees. We're looking for motivated people who want
to join our team and grow lasting and meaningful careers with
us.
Our team members receive industry-leading wages and are eligible
for great benefits packages:
Hourly MaintenancePAY UP TO $36.00/hr!!!
$1.00/hr shift differential for 2ndand 3rdshift
Comprehensive Health Insurance, Retirement Benefits and More
Looking to move? We will help! Ask about our Relocation Assistance
package for Skilled Trades roles! Benefits include, but are not
limited to:
Lump Sum payments
Agents to help you sell/ buy
Lease Termination Assistance
Moving of goods and vehicles
In addition, we offer opportunities for career growth, professional
development, and tuition assistance.
The Maintenance Technician 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 (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.
Vocational Diploma, Technical Diploma or associate degree from a
technical maintenance or vocational school. (Preferred).
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 or other
powered industrial trucks (PIT).
Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to read and execute work order, write daily reports, and
translate equipment manuals.
Work Environment & Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those an
employee should possess to successfully perform the essential
functions of this job. The work environment characteristics
described here are representative of those an employee may
encounter while performing the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with
disabilities to perform the essential functions.
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.
Careers and Benefits
To learn more about Smithfield's benefits, visit
smithfieldfoods.com/careerbenefits.
PEOPLE MATTER
More than 63,000 employees globally drive our success. We strive to
create a fair, ethical and rewarding work environment.
GROWTH & DEVELOPMENT
Working at Smithfield isn't just a job - it's the foundation for a
lifelong career with training designed to help you advance
professionally.
BENEFITS
Our people matter. That's why we offer excellent, comprehensive
benefits packages to our full-time employees. Also, education
benefits available to full and part-time Smithfield team members on
their first day of employment.
SUSTAINABILITY PLEDGE
Sustainability is ingrained in our culture and guides how we
operate. We believe in innovating for the future.
About Smithfield Foods
Headquartered in Smithfield, Va. since 1936,Smithfield Foods, Inc.
(https://www.smithfieldfoods.com/) is an American food company with
agricultural roots and a global reach. With more than 60,000 jobs
globally, we are dedicated to producing "Good food. Responsibly -"
and serve as one of the world's leading vertically integrated
protein companies. We have pioneered sustainability standards for
more than two decades, including our industry-leading commitments
to become carbon negative in our U.S. company-owned operations and
reduce GHG emissions 30 percent across our entire U.S. value chain
by 2030. We believe in the power of protein to end food insecurity
and have donated hundreds of millions of food servings to our
communities. Smithfield boasts a portfolio of high-quality iconic
brands, such as Smithfield -, Eckrich - and Nathan's Famous -,
among many others. For more information, visit
www.smithfieldfoods.com
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, and connect with us onFacebook,Twitter,LinkedInandInstagram.
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.
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ID2023-27563
Job LocationsUS-NC-Kinston
CategoryMaintenance/Engineering
TypeFull-Time
FLSA StatusHourly
Shift2nd and 3rd shift
Adv.IndSPR- Engineering Maintenance
Keywords: Smithfield, Greenville , Maintenance Technician, Engineering , Kinston, North Carolina
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