Industrial Electrician - 1st Shift (Relocation)

Smithfield Foods
Georgia
Workplace: OnsiteFull timeUSD 35.03+ hourlyFunction: Field Service, Maintenance & Skilled TradesExperience: 2+ yearsEducation: associatesSkills: ["Troubleshooting","Safety-focused","Attention to detail","Organizational skills","Independent work"]

Maintain and troubleshoot electrical systems at a fast-paced pork processing plant to keep production running safely and efficiently. Install, repair, and maintain motors, control panels, lighting, wiring, and power distribution; diagnose complex electrical issues to minimize downtime; and support plant equipment during emergencies and shutdowns. Follow LOCKOUT/TAGOUT and GMP requirements, ensure compliance with OSHA/NEC, document maintenance work, and collaborate with the maintenance supervisor and plant teams.

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Smithfield Foods
Smithfield Foods
2 months ago

Industrial Electrician - 1st Shift (Relocation)

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Job Summary

Maintain and troubleshoot electrical systems at a fast-paced pork processing plant to keep production running safely and efficiently. Install, repair, and maintain motors, control panels, lighting, wiring, and power distribution; diagnose complex electrical issues to minimize downtime; and support plant equipment during emergencies and shutdowns. Follow LOCKOUT/TAGOUT and GMP requirements, ensure compliance with OSHA/NEC, document maintenance work, and collaborate with the maintenance supervisor and plant teams.
Location: Georgia
Workplace: Onsite
Employment Type: Full time
Job Function: Field Service, Maintenance & Skilled Trades
Seniority: Mid level

Key Responsibilities

  • •Install, repair, and maintain electrical systems including motors, control panels, lighting, wiring, and power distribution.
  • •Perform routine inspections and preventative maintenance, and troubleshoot electrical issues using schematics and blueprints to restore operations quickly.
  • •Diagnose and repair electrical problems throughout the plant to minimize downtime and keep production flowing.
  • •Follow LOCKOUT/TAGOUT, GMPs, and comply with electrical codes and regulations (OSHA, NEC) while leading safety checks.
  • •Collaborate with maintenance and plant teams, prioritize tasks with the maintenance supervisor, and document electrical maintenance and repairs.

Pay and Benefits

Salary: USD 35.03 hourly
Perks:Health InsuranceRetirement Benefits

Key Requirements

  • •Associate’s degree (A.A.) or equivalent from a two-year college/technical school and 2+ years related experience (or equivalent combination).
  • •PLC experience highly desired.
  • •Read and write fluently in English to understand technical/training manuals.
  • •Ability to function effectively in a team environment and interact with all levels of personnel and outside contractors.
  • •Forklift, genie lift or scissor lift operation ability preferred.
Experience:2+ years
Education:Associate's
Skills:TroubleshootingSafety-focusedAttention to detailOrganizational skillsIndependent work
Languages:English

Eligibility

Work Authorization:Authorization required. Sponsorship not provided.

Company Brief

Smithfield Foods
Produces pork and packaged meat products, operating integrated hog production, processing, and branded food businesses. It supplies retail, foodservice, and export markets across the United States and internationally.
Industry: Food Production
Company Size: Enterprise (1,001+ employees)
Revenue: USD 1B+
Growth: Established Company
Headquarters: Smithfield, United States
Founded: 1936
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