
Maintenance Technician I - 2nd Shift
Smithfield Foods, Inc, Greenfield, IN, United States
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 position summary states the general nature and purpose of the job. Overall accountabilities are defined in this section.*Maintenance**Technician** I is the introductory-level maintenance position that assists with the upkeep of electrical and mechanical equipment in our fast-paced food-processing environment.*Responsibilities and tasks are written as follows:** Ensures the safe operation of equipment and machinery, safe use of tools, and safety of others working in the immediate area.* Assists with troubleshooting and repair of electrical systems, electrical controls, electric motors, pumps, gearboxes, blowers/fans.* Resolves equipment malfunctions by evaluating performance breakdowns, identifying root cause, safely repairing the equipment, and taking actions to prevent recurring failures.* Responsibilities include assisting with installing, troubleshooting, and maintaining mechanical equipment, piping systems, and electrical controls/components in accordance with the manufacturer’s specifications, local regulations, and Smithfield safety policies.* Performs visual and basic preventive and predictive maintenance schedules on mechanical equipment such as pumps, Wrap Machines, Dock Doors, Dock Locks, and Dock Levelers, used in a warehouse environment.* Coordinates with supervisor regarding all short-term repairs and long-term repairs to minimize production downtime.* 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 the basic tools and equipment necessary to perform work.* Ensure all assigned work and preventative maintenance tasks are completed in a timely manner.*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.**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.** Working knowledge of AC/DC electrical systems as they pertain to the preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair is preferred.* 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’s degree from a technical maintenance or vocational school, a plus.* 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.* Can understand and follow oral and written instructions.* Ability to read and write the following: work orders, instructions, daily reports, and machine manuals.* Ability to receive and relate orders/information using various communication devices.* Basic computer skills and the ability to work independently are also required for this position.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 environmental characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.** The Warehouse 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 the ability to adjust focus.Follow all work instructions and document all appropriate records to meet requirements set forth by OSHA, EPA, USDA, and Warehouse management.All other duties as assigned.### Team Member BenefitsSmithfield is proud to offer robust, flexible and affordable benefit plans and programs to support our team members and their loved ones, and with out-of-pocket costs, on average, 20 percent less than plans offered by other employers.Beyond our medical plans, our Be Well programs offer tools and resources to enhance your quality of life, at no additional cost. These programs are uniquely tailored to our Smithfield team and provide support for elective surgeries, weight loss, mental health, cancer, kidney disease, diabetes, smoking cessation, asthma, maternity management and more.Our company invests in your future. We offer comprehensive training and professional development programs designed to help you reach your full potential. Through LinkedIn Learning, employees can access on‐demand courses, professional certificates, and skill‐based training to build capabilities aligned with career and business needs. Our partnership with Guild supports your continuing education with tuition assistance covering English language learning, high school completion, and degree programs, while our leadership development initiatives nurture high‐potential talent. We also offer unique benefits like our Smithfield Scholarship Program for employees’ children.Smithfield’s Education Reimbursement Program provides financial reimbursement to team members who want to further their formal education by obtaining a GED/High School Equivalency (HSE) Diploma or by pursuing an academic degree at an accredited college or university that is not a Guild learning partner.
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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 position summary states the general nature and purpose of the job. Overall accountabilities are defined in this section.*Maintenance**Technician** I is the introductory-level maintenance position that assists with the upkeep of electrical and mechanical equipment in our fast-paced food-processing environment.*Responsibilities and tasks are written as follows:** Ensures the safe operation of equipment and machinery, safe use of tools, and safety of others working in the immediate area.* Assists with troubleshooting and repair of electrical systems, electrical controls, electric motors, pumps, gearboxes, blowers/fans.* Resolves equipment malfunctions by evaluating performance breakdowns, identifying root cause, safely repairing the equipment, and taking actions to prevent recurring failures.* Responsibilities include assisting with installing, troubleshooting, and maintaining mechanical equipment, piping systems, and electrical controls/components in accordance with the manufacturer’s specifications, local regulations, and Smithfield safety policies.* Performs visual and basic preventive and predictive maintenance schedules on mechanical equipment such as pumps, Wrap Machines, Dock Doors, Dock Locks, and Dock Levelers, used in a warehouse environment.* Coordinates with supervisor regarding all short-term repairs and long-term repairs to minimize production downtime.* 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 the basic tools and equipment necessary to perform work.* Ensure all assigned work and preventative maintenance tasks are completed in a timely manner.*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.**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.** Working knowledge of AC/DC electrical systems as they pertain to the preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair is preferred.* 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’s degree from a technical maintenance or vocational school, a plus.* 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.* Can understand and follow oral and written instructions.* Ability to read and write the following: work orders, instructions, daily reports, and machine manuals.* Ability to receive and relate orders/information using various communication devices.* Basic computer skills and the ability to work independently are also required for this position.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 environmental characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.** The Warehouse 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 the ability to adjust focus.Follow all work instructions and document all appropriate records to meet requirements set forth by OSHA, EPA, USDA, and Warehouse management.All other duties as assigned.### Team Member BenefitsSmithfield is proud to offer robust, flexible and affordable benefit plans and programs to support our team members and their loved ones, and with out-of-pocket costs, on average, 20 percent less than plans offered by other employers.Beyond our medical plans, our Be Well programs offer tools and resources to enhance your quality of life, at no additional cost. These programs are uniquely tailored to our Smithfield team and provide support for elective surgeries, weight loss, mental health, cancer, kidney disease, diabetes, smoking cessation, asthma, maternity management and more.Our company invests in your future. We offer comprehensive training and professional development programs designed to help you reach your full potential. Through LinkedIn Learning, employees can access on‐demand courses, professional certificates, and skill‐based training to build capabilities aligned with career and business needs. Our partnership with Guild supports your continuing education with tuition assistance covering English language learning, high school completion, and degree programs, while our leadership development initiatives nurture high‐potential talent. We also offer unique benefits like our Smithfield Scholarship Program for employees’ children.Smithfield’s Education Reimbursement Program provides financial reimbursement to team members who want to further their formal education by obtaining a GED/High School Equivalency (HSE) Diploma or by pursuing an academic degree at an accredited college or university that is not a Guild learning partner.
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