Millwright 1

About the role

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.

The Millwright is responsible for performing preventive and corrective maintenance to keep the feed mill/grain elevator running. This position will also install new equipment and alter existing equipment as directed.

Pay

Up to $27.95/hr based on experience.

Responsibilities

• Works safely according to Smithfield procedures and guidance.
• Performs daily preventive and light corrective maintenance, with knowledge of procedures and frequencies on all mill equipment, including proper lubrication selection and amounts.
• Troubleshoots and diagnoses feed mill/grain elevator equipment problems and assists in the planning, performance, and assignment of proper repair.
• Performs proper maintenance and adjustment of bag house filtering devices.
• Diagnoses and repairs scales and load cells.
• Responsible for complying with all environmental laws and procedures to which Smithfield subscribes.
• Reports all environmental issues immediately to the feed mill/grain elevator manager.
• Reads and understands the company’s emergency notification process and will be responsible for reviewing that policy at their work site.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and 2+ years relevant experience and/or training, required.
• Able to read, write, and speak English and follow instructions.
• Able to work weekends and holidays.
• Forklift and Bobcat certification preferred.
• Welding and electrical skills required, including 3-phase (480 volts).
• Knowledge of PLC automation.
• Basic computer skills.
• General knowledge of mechanical equipment.
• Must be supportive of the mission of producing high-quality pellet feed.
• Ability to work well with others in a 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

• Vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus.
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.
• 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.
• The feed mill/grain elevator 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.