Feed Mill Maintenance Associate

About the role

Join Smithfield, a company dedicated to sustainably feeding people worldwide, producing good food responsibly. Opportunities are available across various locations and functions, supported by core values of gratitude, communication, respect, and accountability.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, repair, and maintain equipment such as screw conveyors, bucket belt elevators, drag conveyors, boilers, pellet mills, hammer mills, VFD drives, and other mechanical equipment.
• Follow standard operating procedures, maintenance instructions, GMPs, and safety practices.
• Develop and execute a cost-effective Preventive and Predictive Maintenance (PM/PdM) program.
• Install, adjust, repair, and replace equipment components.
• Test equipment and record results, recommending corrective actions or design changes.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and reports using the CMMS/CAM system.
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and company procedures.
• Provide technical support and assist in production, quality, and other departments.
• Communicate and follow consistent parts replacement and repair standards.
• Manage and monitor critical spare parts inventory.
• Operate forklifts, scissor lifts, bobcats, and other powered industrial trucks (PIT).
• Work in a fast-paced, dynamic manufacturing environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electromechanical Engineering, Industrial Maintenance Engineering, or a related field.
• At least 1+ years of relevant experience in industrial mechanical maintenance, engineering, or food manufacturing environments.
• Strong working knowledge of mechanical systems, industrial equipment, and maintenance engineering principles.
• Welding and electrical skills, including experience with 3-phase power (480 volts).
• Knowledge of PLC automation systems.
• Proficiency in reading, interpreting, and applying information from engineering drawings, blueprints, schematics, safety rules, operating manuals, and maintenance procedures.
• Basic computer and CMMS usage skills.
• Ability to operate or obtain certification to operate forklifts, scissor lifts, genie lifts, bobcats, and other powered industrial trucks (PIT).
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic manufacturing environment.
• Willingness and ability to work extended hours, weekends, and holidays as business needs require.
• Ability to stand, walk, use hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, and communicate effectively in a manufacturing environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively and build strong working relationships across Maintenance, Engineering, Production, and Quality teams.
• Demonstrated ability to be respectful, approachable, and team-oriented, contributing to a positive work environment.
• Supportive of the mission of producing high-quality pellet feed and operating in compliance with safety, quality, and environmental standards.

Qualifications

• Forklift, Bobcat, LOTO, and Confined Space certifications preferred or required to obtain.
• Currently authorized to work in the U.S.; visa sponsorship available if needed.

Benefits

• $26.00/hr - $30.00/hr starting pay.
• Comprehensive Health Insurance.
• Retirement Benefits.
• Education benefit available to full- and part-time Smithfield team members upon meeting eligibility requirements.
• Tuition assistance.

Pay

$26.00/hr - $30.00/hr

Schedule

Fast-paced, dynamic manufacturing environment with potential for extended hours, weekends, and holidays.