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Smithfield Plant Maintenance Technician in Sioux Falls, South Dakota
Job Locations
US-SD-Sioux Falls
Your Opportunity
Smithfield –is currently looking for aPlant Maintenance Technicianfor our facility in Sioux Falls, SD. We are a large manufacturing facility with over 3,800 employees located in a community renowned as one of the best places to live and work in the United States. As a major contributor to the bottom line of our Fortune 500 parent company, our facility continually strives to be a leader in all aspects of operations.Relocationassistance is available for those ready to join the Smithfield family.
Core Responsibilities
Responsibilities and tasks are written as follows:
Demonstrate strong safety leadership skills and follow safe work practices
Work as part of a team to plan and conduct equipment repairs.
Conduct routine audits and equipment inspections.
Maintain open and professional line of communication with operations.
Respond to unplanned/emergency work requests in a timely & effective manner.
Follow food safety and good manufacturing practices.
Be highly motivated and able to work independently.
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.
A High school diploma/GED and completion of a formal trades training program, or an equivalent number of years of education and maintenance experience.
Knowledge in three or more of the following areas:
Electricity & motor control
Controls & instrumentation
PLC/software & hardware
Pneumatics & Hydraulic
Pipefitting & welding
Mechanical system
Preventive Maintenance
Maintenance Planning
Site utilities
System analysis & troubleshooting
Basic computer skills
Ability to work independently
Preference will be given to candidates with a certification or degree in mechanical, electrical or industrial maintenance and/or related college or technical level course work.
Careers and Benefits
To learn more about Smithfield’s benefits, visit
About Smithfield Foods
Headquartered in Smithfield, Va. since 1936, Smithfield Foods, Inc. is an American food company with agricultural roots and a global reach. Our 40,000 U.S. and 15,000 European employees are dedicated to producing "Good food. Responsibly.®" and have made us one of the world's leading vertically integrated protein companies. We have pioneered sustainability standards for more than two decades, including many industry firsts, such as our ambitious commitment to cut our carbon impact by 25 percent by 2025. We believe in the power of protein to end food insecurity and have donated hundreds of millions of food servings to our neighbors in need. Smithfield boasts a portfolio of high-quality iconic brands, such as Smithfield®, Eckrich® and Nathan's Famous®, among many others. For more information, visit, and connect with us on, , and .
EEO/AA 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.
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ID2021-15927
Job LocationsUS-SD-Sioux Falls
CategoryEngineering
TypeFull-Time
FLSA StatusHourly
Shift1st, 2nd, or 3rd Shift