Maintenance Technician II
Conagra Brands · Omaha, NE
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Reliability
- Base pay
- $60k–$80k
- Experience asked
- 4+ years
- Industry
- Food & beverage
- Posted
- 23 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level reliability role at Conagra Brands (food & beverage) in Omaha, NE.
- They ask for
- 4+ years
- Tools it names
- Welding, SolidWorks
- Base pay
- $60k–$80k
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How this role compares
Against 21 other live reliability postings in Nebraska.
- Experience asked
- More than usual (4+ vs 2+)
Similar roles usually ask 2+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Welding 64%
- PLC 41%
- Team leadership 41%
- FDA / GMP 23%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
Stands out: this posting asks for SolidWorks, Cost reduction, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
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How to get in at this plant
Five moves over a week or two. The first one takes ten minutes.
- 1
Pick 2–3 people on the Reliability team at Conagra Brands
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- 2
Send a short, curious note
One real question about their work. No favors yet. Each person gets a different note, written for this role.
- 3
Turn a reply into a short call
Questions worth asking about this team:
- What does a normal week look like on your team?
- How did you land the job? What stood out in your interviews?
- 4
Apply with someone vouching for you
If the call went well, ask whether they’d pass your résumé to the hiring manager. Send your résumé link, apply that day, and let them know.
- 5
Bring proof to the interview
One page of before-and-after numbers from projects you led: scrap, OEE, cycle time, cost. Plant managers hire on results.
Full description from Conagra BrandsAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Responsibilities
- ◆Develop and implement technical solutions, including electrical, mechanical, fabrication, and contractor-supported solutions for research and development projects.
- ◆Test, inspect, maintain, repair, troubleshoot, install, fabricate, set up, and operate pilot plant equipment as needed.
- ◆Train employees, temporary associates, and contractors on equipment operation, maintenance practices, and safety requirements.
- ◆Evaluate and introduce new technical developments that support research and development and pilot plant activities.
- ◆Participate in cost savings initiatives through planning, documentation, and implementation.
- ◆Establish, manage, and document preventive maintenance programs.
- ◆Manage spare parts inventory for assigned equipment.
- ◆Initiate and implement modifications and improvements that reduce maintenance costs and increase pilot plant capabilities.
Ingredients Required for Your Success
- ✓Minimum of 4 years of related maintenance experience required.
- ✓Experience in food, pharmaceutical, or personal care manufacturing environments preferred.
- ✓Experience in one or more of the following maintenance disciplines: Machine and equipment repair, Metal equipment and part fabrication, Welding, Metal lathe operation, Equipment troubleshooting and diagnostics, Electrical systems, programmable logic controllers, and controls, Computer-aided design and computer-aided manufacturing software, including SolidWorks
- ✓Knowledge of United States Department of Agriculture, Food and Drug Administration, Occupational Safety and Health Administration.
- ✓Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
Physical
Requirements
More information on the essential tasks and facility will be shared during the hiring process. Please be aware that in a manufacturing environment, the noise levels can be high and the temperatures may vary. Depending on the role, physical and environmental
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Reporting to the Pilot Plant Manager, you will support the Omaha Pilot Plant by developing and implementing technical solutions for research and development projects. You will work onsite five days per week and provide electrical, mechanical, fabrication, and contractor-supported expertise to maintain and improve pilot plant operations. You will test, inspect, maintain, repair, troubleshoot, install, fabricate, set up, and operate pilot plant equipment while supporting preventive maintenance programs, continuous improvement initiatives, and pilot plant capabilities.
A Taste of Your
can differ but include
- •Being on your feet, walking around the facility, climbing stairs/ladders or kneeling for extended periods of time.
- •Performing consistent repetitive tasks.
- •Frequently lifting, pushing or carrying materials.
Pay Range:$60,000-$80,000
The annual salary listed above is the expected offering for this position. An employee’s actual annual salary will be based on but not limited to: location, relevant experience/level and skillset, while balancing internal Conagra employees’ equity. Conagra Brands will comply with applicable law regarding minimum salaries for exempt employees.
Our Benefits
We care about your total well-being and will support you with the following, subject to your location and role:
- •Health: Comprehensive healthcare plans, wellness incentive program, mental wellbeing support and fitness reimbursement
- •Wealth: Great pay, bonus incentive opportunity, matching 401(k) and stock purchase plan
- •Growth: Career development opportunities, employee resource groups, on-demand learning and tuition reimbursement
- •Balance: Paid-time off, parental leave, flexible work-schedules (subject to your location and role) 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.