Electro-Mechanical Technician

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A great job-and a great future-awaits you at Smithfield Foods. We’re an $18 billion food company with nearly 60,000 employees worldwide.

We’re looking for motivated people who want to join our team and grow lasting and meaningful careers with us. Join our family today. Apply Now!

Your Opportunity

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

• Hourly Maintenance $ - $
• $ shift differential for 2nd and 3rd shift
• Comprehensive Health Insurance, Retirement Benefits and More
• Opportunity to participate in our MTP program for individual development

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

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

Individual should have knowledge of industrial controls, PLC’s, instrumentation, VFD’s, HMI’s and three phase motor circuits.

This position requires the ability to

operate, test, troubleshoot and repair process equipment. Basic knowledge of General Maintenance and Mechanical components of manufacturing equipment are also required.

The associate must be able to work in a team environment, or individually with little or no supervision. Must comply with all Company SAFETY rules (LOCKOUT / TAGOUT, ETC), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s).

Core Responsibilities

• Services equipment by, testing, troubleshooting, using volt meters to determine specific problems. Repairs the process equipment, its sub-systems, and all ancillary processes / or equipment related to the operation of the plant floor.
• Plans and performs work requiring thorough knowledge of electrical and electronic theory and principals of wiring, specifications, and national electrical codes.
• Reads, understands and uses drawings, blueprints, and technical manuals in the service of equipment.
• Perform mechanical and electrical PM’s as assigned.
• Documents and maintains technical data to include calibrations performed, programs backed up, prints in panel, and other required paper work associated with proper maintenance and record keeping.
• Uses the work order system to document repairs in detail, assigning parts used to specific machines and insuring equipment history is maintained.
• Maintains and installs communication cables, power distribution, and wiring required for equipment as well as computer systems.
• Adheres to all Company policies including but not limited to : safety, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s).
• Actively participates in all assigned team meetings, training opportunities and designated interaction-required forums.

Qualifications

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and 2+ years of related experience and / or training in an industrial mechanical maintenance or food manufacturing environment;

or 5 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)
• Two (2) to five (5) years electrical, instrumentation, equipment maintenance, required.
• Exhibits confidence in self and others. Inspires and motivates others to perform well.
• Works well independently or in teams. Earns respect through professional acts.
• Cost Consciousness -Conserves organizational resources.
• Treats people with respect, keeps commitments, and inspires the trust of others.
• Observes safety and security procedures; Reports potentially unsafe conditions.
• Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent.
• Follows instructions, responds to management direction; takes responsibility for own actions.
• Volunteers readily; undertakes self-development activities; seeks increased responsibilities.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

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.

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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.

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.

Salary Range

$ - $