Electrical Technician

Job Locations

US-SD-Sioux Falls

Your Opportunity

Smithfield Foods of Sioux Falls, SD is seeking qualified trades people with previous Electrical training & experience to join our Maintenance team. Individuals with Electrical Electronics and/or Electrical experience will be given preference.

A great job-and a great future-awaits you at Smithfield Foods. As the world's largest pork processor and hog producer, we're a $15-billion global food company with more than 52,000 employees. We're looking for motivated people who want to join our team and grow lasting and meaningful careers with us.

What we offer:

* A variety of career paths, including:
* Production
* Maintenance
* Quality Assurance/Food Safety
* Hog Procurement
* Opportunities for career growth
* Tuition assistance
* Relocation assistance
* Ask about our hiring bonus!

#BringHomeTheBacon with industry-leading wages as well as benefits packages that are available after 90 consecutive days of work.

Pay and Benefits included for this role include, but are not limited to:

* $25.55 - $31.05 /Hourly Starting Pay
* Plus $1.10 shift differential
* Currently Hiring for All Shifts
* Comprehensive Health Insurance
* Retirement Benefits

But wait - there's MORE!

After successfully completing 90-days of employment with Smithfield Foods, all new hires who start after 4/5/2021, will also be eligible to select a GIFT!

Gift Options:

* Apple Gift Card
* Best Buy Gift Card
* Amazon Gift Card

Additional information about these, and other programs will be provided during orientation to new hire

Core Responsibilities

Qualified candidates should have a working knowledge of:

* Programmable logic/automation controllers, human-machine interfaces, hardware, and associated programming languages (Ladder Logic, FBD, SFC, Structured Text). Platforms include; Rockwell Automation, Siemens, GE, Horner, Opto22.
* Strong knowledge of AC induction motors, controls, sensors, pneumatics, hydraulics, mechanical systems, start-up, and troubleshooting.
* Computer/device networking using standard protocols (Ethernet/IP, Devicenet, Modbus, Hart, DH+/485, ASCII)
* Knowledgeable in processes such as food processing/packaging, water treatment, refrigeration, and boiler control

Successful candidates will:

* 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.

* Journeyman Electrical License or completion of a 2 year degree in either; Robotics, PLC, instrumentation, electrical, electronics, or Megatronics program.
* Two years of industrial maintenance experience including comprehensive knowledge in three or more of the following areas:
* Mechanical systems
* Predictive/Predictive maintenance
* Maintenance Planning
* Site utilities
* System analysis & troubleshooting
* Pipefitting & welding
* Machining
* Metal Fabrication
* Electricity & motor controls
* Controls & instrumentation
* PLC/software & hardware
* Pneumatics & Hydraulics
* Basic computer skills and the ability to work independently are also required for this position.
* 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.
* This is a full time hourly position; all applicants should be willing to work all shifts (days/evenings/overnights), extended hours and weekends.

Careers and Benefits

To learn more about Smithfield's benefits, visit smithfieldfoods.com/careerbenefits

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 43,000 U.S. team members and 16,000 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 our industry-leading commitments to become carbon negative in U.S. company-owned operations and reduce GHG emissions 30 percent across our entire U.S. value chain by 2030. 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 Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and Instagram.

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.