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Hours Full-time
Location Sioux Center, Iowa

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p style="text-align:left"span class="emphasis"bbIf you are currently employed at Smithfield, please log into Workday and submit your application through the Jobs Hub./b/b/span/pp style="text-align:inherit"/pp style="text-align:left"spanA great job-and a great future-awaits you at Smithfield Foods. We are an American food company with a leading position in packaged meats and fresh pork products. We’re looking for motivated people who want to join our team and grow lasting and meaningful careers with us. bApply Now!/b/span/ph1bThis is a maintenance utilities/refrigeration position./b/h1divpbYOUR OPPORTUNITY:/b/p/divdivdivdivdivdivp/p/divdivdivdivdivdivdivdivdivdivpspanspanOur team members receive industry-leading wages and are eligible for great benefits packages: /span/spanspan /span/pullipCompetitive Starting Pay: $27.75 - $37.75/hr/p/lilip$1.00/hr Shift Differential for 2nd Shift/p/lilipComprehensive Health Insurance, Retirement Benefits and More/p/lilipOpen to moving? We will help! Ask about our Relocation Assistance packages!/p/li/ul/div/div/div/div/div/div/div/div/div/div/div/div/divpbTHE VALUE YOU’LL BRING:/b/ppiThe position summary states the general nature and purpose of the job. Overall accountabilities are defined in this section./i/ppJoin our dynamic maintenance team and play a key role in keeping our plant running smoothly and efficiently! Working in bMaintenance/b, you#39;ll be at the heart of ensuring our equipment, machinery, and facilities operate at peak performance. From troubleshooting issues to preventing breakdowns, your skills will keep the production line moving and the plant operating safely./pp/ppbSafety First!/bspan You#39;ll follow all company safety protocols, including /spanbLOCKOUT/TAGOUT/bspan procedures, and adhere to /spanbGood Manufacturing Practices (GMPs)/bspan to maintain a safe, compliant, and high-performance environment. Your skills and attention to detail will directly contribute to the success of the team and the plant as a whole!/span/pp/pp/ppbWHAT YOU’LL DO:/b/ppiThe below statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. May perform other duties as assigned./i/pullipbRefrigeration: /bspanMaintains, controls and services assigned refrigeration, air, electronic, electrical, temperature and water equipment in the plant./span ispannstalls and repairs temperature controls, thermostats, meters, temperature and pressure recorders, etc./span spanAssists in refrigeration pump outs of all refrigeration systems/span/p/lilipbKeep the Plant Running Smoothly: /bMaintain 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./p/lilipbMaintain a Clean amp; Safe Facility: /bKeep the plant in top shape, including HVAC, plumbing, lighting, and general upkeep. Handle tasks like painting, cleaning, and grounds maintenance, including mowing and snow removal. Ensure the plant’s exterior looks as good as the inside./p/lilipbEnsure Safety amp; Compliance: /bFollow 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./p/lilipbCollaborate and Learn: /bWork 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./p/lilipbTackle Projects amp; New Installations: /bHelp install new equipment and ensure everything is set up correctly. Take on special projects to improve efficiency, safety, and plant operations./p/lilipbSupport the Team: /bOrganize tools, parts, and supplies to ensure everything is ready when needed. Assist with product transport across the plant and to external locations as needed./p/li/ulp/pp/ppbWHAT WE’RE SEEKING:/b/ppiTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions./i/pullipHigh school diploma or general education degree (GED) and 1#43; 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./p/lilipVocational Diploma, Technical Diploma or associate degree from a technical maintenance or vocational school. (Preferred)./p/lilipPossess the ability to function effectively in a team environment and interact productively with all levels of team personnel and outside contractors./p/lilipAbility to operate a forklift, genie lift or scissor lift or other powered industrial trucks (PIT)./p/lilipUnderstand and follow oral and written instructions./p/lilipAbility to read and execute work order, write daily reports, and translate equipment manuals./p/li/ulp/pp/pamp;#xa;amp;#xa;Relocation Package Availableamp;#xa;amp;#xa;Nop style="text-align:inherit"/pp style="text-align:left"bEEO Information/b/pp style="text-align:left"iSmithfield is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender identity, protected veterans status, status as a disabled individual or any other protected group status or non-job characteristic as directed by law./i/pp style="text-align:inherit"/pp style="text-align:left"iIf you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment selection process, please call us at 757-357-1595./i/pp style="text-align:inherit"/pp style="text-align:inherit"/pp style="text-align:left"bCheck out this video to learn more about this role!/b/pp style="text-align:inherit"/pp style="text-align:inherit"/p

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Posting ID: 1164330726 Posted: 2025-09-18 Job Title: Maintenance Mechanic