Maintenance Mechanic - 3rd Shift

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About the Role

Join our dynamic maintenance team and play a key role in keeping our plant running smoothly and efficiently! Our team members receive industry-leading wages and are eligible for great benefits packages.

Responsibilities

• Keep the Plant Running Smoothly: Maintain key machinery and systems like pumps, motors, conveyors, and compressors. Perform regular checks to prevent problems and keep everything running efficiently. Fix breakdowns quickly to minimize downtime and keep production moving.
• Maintain a Clean & Safe Facility: Keep the plant in top shape, including HVAC, plumbing, lighting, and general upkeep. Tasks include painting, cleaning, and grounds maintenance, including mowing and snow removal. Ensure the plant’s exterior looks as good as the inside.
• Ensure Safety & Compliance: Follow safety protocols and regulations, especially when handling hazardous materials. Conduct safety checks and ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, and health standards. Respond quickly in emergencies to keep everyone safe and the plant running smoothly.
• Collaborate and Learn: Work with maintenance and production teams to solve problems and improve performance. Participate in training to enhance your skills and stay current. Communicate with other departments to ensure smooth operations and maintenance.
• Tackle Projects & New Installations: Help install new equipment and ensure everything is set up correctly. Take on special projects to improve efficiency, safety, and plant operations.
• Support the Team: Organize tools, parts, and supplies to ensure everything is ready when needed. Assist with product transport across the plant and to external locations as needed.

Requirements

• 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.
• Vocational Diploma, Technical Diploma or associate degree from a technical maintenance or vocational school. (Preferred).
• Possess the ability to function effectively in a team environment and interact productively with all levels of team personnel and outside contractors.
• Able to operate a forklift, genie lift or scissor lift or other powered industrial trucks (PIT).
• Ability to read and execute work order, write daily reports, and translate equipment manuals.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• 1+ years of related experience and/or training in an industrial mechanical maintenance or food manufacturing environment
• 4 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)
• Ability to function effectively in a team environment and interact productively with all levels of team personnel and outside contractors
• Able to operate a forklift, genie lift or scissor lift or other powered industrial trucks (PIT)
• Ability to read and execute work order, write daily reports, and translate equipment manuals

Skills

• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Good problem-solving skills
• Attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Benefits

• Hourly Maintenance Competitive Starting Pay - $23.05/hr
• $1.00/hr Shift Differential for 3rd Shift
• Comprehensive Health Insurance
• Retail Benefits
• Educational Benefit available to full and part-time Smithfield team members upon meeting eligibility requirements
• Tuition Assistance

Pay

• Hourly Maintenance Competitive Starting Pay - $23.05/hr
• $1.00/hr Shift Differential for 3rd Shift

Schedule

• Various shifts available