Maintenance Technician – 1st and 2nd Shift Position Available In Wilson, Tennessee

Job Description:

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A greatjob-and a great future-awaits you at Smithfield Foods. We are anAmerican food company with a leading position in packaged meats andfresh pork products. We’re looking for motivated people who want tojoin our team and grow lasting and meaningful careers with us.

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THE VALUE YOU’LL BRING

The position summary states thegeneral nature and purpose of the job. Overall accountabilities aredefined in this section.

The Maintenance Technician is the go-to forkeeping our plant running smoothly, responsible for maintaining,troubleshooting, and repairing a wide range of electrical andmechanical equipment in our fast-paced food processing environment.

You’ll be a jack-of-all-trades, bringing your expertise inelectrical controls, fluid power, mechanical systems, welding, andfabrication to solve complex issues and keep production ontrack.

From troubleshooting to hands-on repairs, you’ll tackleeverything from routine maintenance to more challenging systemfixes, all while providing critical technical support across theentire operation. The role involves working on systems of varyingcomplexity, requiring your sharp problem-solving skills and abilityto think on your feet-ensuring equipment runs smoothly andproduction never skips a beat. Ready to make an impact with everyfix you perform? This role offers both challenge and variety in adynamic, high-energy environment!

WHAT YOU’LL DO

The belowstatements are intended to describe the general nature and level ofwork being performed by people assigned to this job. They are notintended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties,and skills required of personnel so classified. May perform otherduties as assigned. Efficient Work Order & Emergency Response – Review work ordersto assess the tools, equipment, time, manpower, parts, and suppliesneeded for each task-ensuring you’re always prepared. Use SAP tocreate work orders. Respond quickly to emergency calls, showing upwith the right tools and equipment to get the job done fast andefficiently. Read and interpret technical documents such asblueprints, schematics, wiring diagrams, and manuals to diagnoseand repair complex issues. Hands-On Maintenance & Equipment Repair – Monitor machinerywhile in operation to spot malfunctions early, ensuring productionstays on track. Disassemble and troubleshoot mechanical equipment,pinpoint faulty parts, replace and reassemble with precision, andtest to ensure proper functionality. Fabricate replacement partswhen necessary, using skills like welding, cutting, and sheet metalwork to ensure repairs are done right. Perform regular preventivemaintenance on a wide range of mechanical systems, including pumps,packaging, slicing equipment, and more, keeping everything runningsmoothly. Installation & System Maintenance – Take charge of installingand maintaining essential systems, from mechanical equipment andpiping to electrical controls-ensuring everything meetsmanufacturer specs and local safety regulations. Install newequipment and utilities, including electrical, water, gas, anddrain lines, to keep operations running at full capacity. Technical Skills & Problem-Solving – Stay sharp with a workingknowledge of small hand tools and devices used in generalmechanical maintenance-ready to tackle a variety of tasks withease. Adhere to preventive and predictive maintenance schedules toensure optimal performance and minimal downtime of all plantsystems. Safety First! You’ll follow all company safety protocols,including

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procedures, and adhere to GoodManufacturing Practices (GMPs) to maintain a safe, compliant, andhigh-performance environment. Your skills and attention to detailwill directly contribute to the success of the team and the plantas a whole!

WHAT WE’RE SEEKING

To perform this job successfully, anindividual must be able to perform each essential dutysatisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative ofthe knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonableaccommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform theessential functions. High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and 1+years of related experience and/or training in an industrialmechanical maintenance or food manufacturing environment; or 4years’ direct experience in an industrial mechanical maintenance orfood manufacturing maintenance environment. Vocational Diploma, Technical Diploma or associate degree froma technical maintenance or vocational school. (Preferred). Possess the ability to function effectively in a teamenvironment and interact productively with all levels of teampersonnel and outside contractors. Ability to operate a forklift, genie lift or scissor lift orother powered industrial trucks (PIT). Understand and follow oral and written instructions. Ability to read and execute work order, write daily reports,and translate equipment manuals. EEO InformationSmithfield is an equal opportunity employercommitted to workplace diversity. All qualified applicants willreceive consideration for employment without regard to race, color,religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, genderidentity, protected veterans status, status as a disabledindividual or any other protected group status or non-jobcharacteristic as directed by law.

If you are an individual with adisability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation forany part of the employment selection process, please call us at757-357-1595.Check out this video to learn more about thisrole!