Electrical 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.

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Your Opportunity

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 Maintenance Competitive Starting Pay $

shift differential for 2nd and 3rd shift.

Comprehensive Health Insurance, Retirement Benefits and More

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

The Electrical Technician is responsible for troubleshooting, repairing electronic and electrical systems and providing technical support to other team members when needed.

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.

Core Responsibilities

Maintains and installs communication cables, power distribution and wiring required for equipment as well as computer systems.

Installs, modifies and repairs all electrical / electronic devices.

Assists maintenance technicians when troubleshooting electronic and electrical issues.

Maintains involvement with operations of the plant processing equipment and scale systems.

Demonstrates strong safety leadership skills and follows safe work practices.

Follows food safety and good manufacturing practices.

Works as part of a team to plan and conduct equipment repairs.

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.

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

Perform preventive maintenance on various electrical / electronic systems and components. Install new equipment / appliances including utilities (, communication data lines, electrical components).

Responsibilities include installing, trouble shooting, and maintaining, 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 as it relates to electrical / electronic components.

Working knowledge and skills in operating a variety of small hand tools and devices used in electrical / electronic troubleshooting and repairs

Qualifications

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, required.

Strong knowledge of AC / DC motors, controls, sensors, pneumatics, hydraulics, mechanical systems, and troubleshooting.

Computer / device communications using standard protocols including TCP / IP, Ethernet / IP, Device net, Modbus, Hart, Serial

Knowledge of programmable logic / automation controllers, human-machine interfaces, hardware, and associated programming languages (Ladder Logic, FBD, SFC, Structured Text).

Platforms include Rockwell Automation, Siemens, GE, Ignition. (Preferred)

Knowledgeable in processes such as food processing / packaging, water treatment, refrigeration, and boiler control. (Preferred)

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

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.

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