Refrigeration 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. Apply Now!

Your Opportunity

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

Competitive Starting Pay - $27.10 / hr-$37.10 / hr

1.00 / hr Shift Differential for 2nd shift

Comprehensive Health Insurance, Retirement Benefits and More

Open to moving? We will help! Ask about our Relocation Assistance packages!

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

Core Responsibilities

Have or be able to attain RETA certification

Demonstrate strong safety leadership skills and follow safe work practices

Work as part of a team to plan and conduct equipment repairs

Conduct routine audits and equipment inspections

Demonstrate troubleshooting abilities

Maintain open and professional line of communication with operations

Respond to unplanned / emergency work requests in a timely & effective manner

Follow food safety and good manufacturing practices

Be highly motivated and able to work independently

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.

Industrial maintenance experience should include comprehensive knowledge in three or more of the following areas :

RETA Certification

Ammonia Refrigeration

Engine & Boiler systems

Electricity & motor controls

Controls & instrumentation

PLC / software & hardware

Pneumatics & Hydraulics

Mechanical systems

Predictive / Predictive maintenance

Maintenance Planning

Site utilities

System analysis & troubleshooting

Pipefitting & welding

Machining

Metal fabrication

Basic computer skills and the ability to work independently are also required for this position.

Preference will be given to candidates with a certification or degree in mechanical, electrical or industrial maintenance and / or related college or technical level course work.

This is a full-time hourly position; all applicants should be willing to work all shifts (days / evenings / overnights), extended hours and weekends.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters 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.

IndSPR-M / E

Relocation Package Available Yes

EEO 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.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment selection process, please call us at 757-357-1595.

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