Maintenance Mechanic

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CORE RESPONSIBILITIES:

Responsibilities and tasks are written as follows:

• Performs repair and troubleshooting on food processing equipment to include, but not be limited to: Sizers, stuffers,vacuum pumps, vacuum packaging machinery, conveyors, slicers, injectors, microwaves and hydraulic units.

• Replacement of belts, sprockets, gears, chains and valves.

• Rebuild of valves, pumps and gearboxes.

• Troubleshoot pneumatic and hydraulic machine problems and make necessary repairs.

• Performs repairs to machines involving machine guarding, bolt replacement and breakdowns due to mechanical wear.

• Welding of machine components.

• Preventative Maintenance tasks, such as lubricating of parts, drives, chains, etc.

• Installations to include hooking up air, water, gas and alignment and leveling of equipment.

• Performs other duties as assigned by the Crew Leader and Supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To 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.

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred

• Ability to work well with others in fast paced, dynamic environment.

• Ability to be respectful, approachable and team oriented while building strong working relationships and a positive work environment.

• Ability to work independently.

• Must have good mechanical aptitude.

• Must be able to read, write and speak English.

TOOLS & EQUIPMENT:

• Hand tools, test meters, controls, etc.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The physical demands described here are representative of those an employee should possess to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The majority of the time is spent in the plant environment and 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.

• Noise level is loud in the production area and hearing protection is always required.

• Must be able to lift up to 60lbs.

SAFETY EQUIPMENT/TRAINING REQUIREMENT:

• Bump cap, hair/beardnet, eye protection/goggles, hand protection, hearing protection, LED helmet light, full-face respirators, single-multiple gas meters, Arc-flash clothing, Arc-flash face shields, fire-resistant hood, electrical gloves and safety shoes

MANDATORY TRAINING/COMPETENCY TO BE EARNED:

• Proper Lifting, First Aid/CPR/AED, Asbestos, Blood borne pathogens, Aerial/Scissors Lift, Air Receiver Tank, Chromium VI, Compressed Gas Cylinder, Confined Space Entry, Lock/Tag/Try authorized, HAZMAT and Spill Response, Cut/Weld/Hot Work, Crane and Sling, Electrical Work Practices, Elevators, Fall Protection, Ladder, PSM, HAZWOPER, Emergency Response, PIT, Respirator, PPE

EEO Information

Smithfield 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.

If 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.