Farm Maintenance Lead

About the role

Have a seat at our table. When you join Smithfield, you become part of something special – a company that's sustainably feeding people around the world, producing good food the right way with respect for our people, animals, communities and planet. With opportunities across locations and functions, a culture grounded in our Core Four values - gratitude, communication, respect and accountability - and a strong commitment to learning, collaboration, and innovation, Smithfield offers challenging and rewarding careers where you can grow, contribute and make a real impact.

Your Opportunity Working under the direction of the Maintenance Manager is responsible for building, repairs and maintenance work.

Responsibilities

• Scheduling work with the applicable farm manager including arranging for help from a farm employee if needed.
• Minimizing driving time by assuring appropriate supplies for each job are stocked on the service truck.
• Completing work in a timely manner and submitting a final report on the work order to the maintenance manager.
• Assist supervisor in coordinating prioritization and scheduling of maintenance orders and projects.
• Responsible for preventative maintenance as scheduled by the maintenance manager.
• Responsible for being in compliance with all environmental laws and procedures to which Smithfield Hog Production subscribes.
• Report all environmental issues immediately to their supervisor.
• Read and understand the company’s emergency notification process and will be responsible for reviewing that policy at their worksite.
• Responsible for understanding all safety requirements of the job and for performing the job in compliance with the safety requirements including OSHA’s trenching standards.
• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a maintenance, construction, or related field.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in electrical troubleshooting and repair, welding experience and plumbing experience.
• Must have a minimum of 2 years’ experience with Smithfield Maintenance.
• Must be able to operate a 4WD truck and trailer.
• Ability to operate a backhoe, forklift and other heavy equipment, preferred.
• Must have good organizational skills.
• Must have good communications skills.
• Must be willing to follow biosecurity rules.
• Must maintain PQA Plus Certification.
• Rotating days off requires weekend and holiday work.
• Must be able to work an average 45 hour week with average 9 hour workday, which can vary frequently.
• Be on call, if needed.
• Be willing to respond to emergencies after hours, if needed.
• Must be able to work evenings and weekends when necessary.
• Must be able to do basic math and record accurate records.
• Ability to work well with others in fast paced, dynamic environment.
• Ability to be respectful, approachable and team oriented while building strong working relationships and a positive work environment.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• Must be able to walk and stand on concrete for 9 – 12 hours per day.
• Must be able to frequently climb over, under, and around penning.