Maintenance Technician 7 pm - 7:30 am
Conagra Brands · Saint Elmo, IL
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Reliability
- Industry
- Food & beverage
- Posted
- 30+ days ago
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An engineer-level reliability role at Conagra Brands (food & beverage) in Saint Elmo, IL.
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This plant: Conagra Brands in Saint Elmo
1 other open role at this site.
- Quality Supervisor - 3rd Shift · Quality · Supervisor
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responsibilities
electrical troubleshooting, parts manufacture, and proper operation of shop equipment.
- ◆Follow all Safety and Good Manufacturing Policies.
- ◆Provide operator training in safety, set-up, changeover, and Operator Asset Care.
- ◆Support construction-type work involving the removal or installation of equipment.
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Shift: 7:00 PM-7:30 AM
Hourly Rate: $32.28 an hour + $.85 shift differential
The Maintenance Technician role at Conagra performs all corrective and preventive maintenance as scheduled. This position is onsite in St. Elmo, Illinois, and reports to the Maintenance department leaders. Enhanced reliability is achieved through on-time completion and strict adherence to continuous improvement philosophies and methods. Brands made at our facility include Mrs. Butterworth's, Log Cabin, Wish-Bone, Bernsteins, Open Pit, Hunt's and Orvillle Redenbacher.
You Will
- •Be committed to producing safe, quality food.
- •Ensure efficient operation of all production lines including mechanical and electrical services.
- •You will perform all work conforming to Conagra, state and local standards and codes.
- •Perform the following
You Have
- •Read and interpret electrical drawings and schematics
- •General knowledge of advanced electronic controls including VFD drives, Start/Stop, starters, and contactors. Proximity switches, RTD's, and PT's/
- •Basic electronic troubleshooting
- •Troubleshoot single and three-phase motors.
- •Repair Pneumatic cylinders and flow control components.
- •Demonstrate basic analysis of mechanical systems.
- •Repair mechanical power distribution components:
- •Belts and chains
- •Sprockets, Pulleys, and Sheaves
- •Bearings and shafts
- •Gearboxes and clutches
- •Repair fluid distribution components:
- •Manual, motor-operated and pneumatic-actuated valves
- •Centrifugal and positive displacement pumps
- •Fluid system filters and strainers
- •Computer knowledge and use
- •Microsoft Office
- •CMMS applications
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Anticipated Close Date: November 6, 2026
Location: Saint Elmo, Illinois
Our Benefits
We care about your total well-being and will support you with the following, subject to your location and role:
- •Health: Medical, dental and vision insurance, company-paid life, accident and disability insurance
- •Wealth: Great pay, 401(k)/pension eligibility, financial wellness programs and stock purchase plan
- •Growth: Career development opportunities, employee resource groups and team collaboration
- •Balance: Paid-time off and volunteer opportunities
Our Company
At Conagra Brands, we have a rich heritage of making great food. We aspire to have the most impactful, energized and inclusive culture in food. As a member of our 18,000+ person team across 40+ locations, you are empowered to reach your potential, make an impact and own your career. We're in the business of building champions – within our people and our iconic brands like Birds Eye®, Slim Jim® and Reddi-Wip®.
Our focus on innovation extends beyond making great food, it also reflects our commitment to embracing new solutions that positively impact our team, the communities we serve and the health of our planet. Foodies Welcome.