Maintenance Mechanic - 3rd Shift

When you join Smithfield, you become part of 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.

About the role

As a Maintenance Mechanic, you’ll bring your expertise in General Maintenance, Hydraulic Systems, Electrical & Electronic Systems, and basic welding to keep our operations running smoothly. Whether you’re working as part of a team or tackling challenges independently, you’ll play a key role in ensuring our plant operates efficiently and safely. You'll follow all company safety protocols, including LOCKOUT/TAGOUT procedures, and adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) to maintain a safe, compliant, and high-performance environment.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all daily preventive maintenance (PM) tasks are completed on schedule to keep operations running smoothly.
• Maintain production lines in top mechanical condition to minimize downtime.
• Set up, inspect visually, and test machinery to ensure they are operating as expected.
• Listen for unusual sounds or malfunctions in machinery, work with supervisors to diagnose and resolve problems quickly.
• Dismantle malfunctioning machinery, replace or repair faulty parts, and restore them to full functionality.
• Clean, lubricate, and maintain key machinery components like bearings, gears, and shafts to prevent wear and tear.
• Assist the production and quality teams as needed, offering support and expertise in troubleshooting or repairs.
• Take on additional duties as required to ensure the plant operates efficiently and without delays.
• Help repair and maintain the physical structure of the plant to keep it in good working order.
• Assist with overall plant maintenance tasks, ensuring a clean, safe, and organized environment for all operations.

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).
• Ability to function effectively in a team environment and interact productively with all levels of team personnel and outside contractors.
• Ability to operate a forklift, genie lift or scissor lift or other powered industrial trucks (PIT).
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to read and execute work orders, write daily reports, and translate equipment manuals.

Pay

• Competitive Starting Pay: $26.80–$36.20/hr
• $1.00/hr shift differential for 2nd & 3rd Shift

Benefits

• Comprehensive Health Insurance
• Retirement Benefits
• Education benefit available to full and part-time Smithfield team members upon meeting eligibility requirements
• Relocation Assistance packages available for those open to moving
• Opportunities for career growth, professional development, and tuition assistance