Maintenance Technician - 2nd Shift

Conagra Brands · Centralia, IL

Level: Technician
Team: Reliability
Degree: Required
Industry: Food & beverage
Posted: 11 days ago

The role in 30 seconds

A technician-level reliability role at Conagra Brands (food & beverage) in Centralia, IL. Identify, document, and initiate corrective actions to prevent food safety, quality, or safety nonconformities.

They ask for: degree required
Tools it names: Welding, SAP

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From the plant jobs report · week of October 19, 2026

Maintenance Technician roles in the US: typical posted base $58k–$84k.

Median of the low and high ends of 37 live postings that list pay, out of 1616 maintenance technician openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.

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How this role compares

Against 77 other live reliability postings in Illinois.

Base pay: Not listed in this posting
Experience asked: Not stated

Skills these teams ask for most

✓ Team leadership 50%
PLC 47%
✓ Welding 33%
Automation 21%

✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.

Stands out: this posting asks for SAP, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.

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Responsibilities

◆Replace, repair, adjust, and modify mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and pneumatic equipment.
◆Maintain and repair conveyor systems, production machinery, and plant equipment.
◆Monitor assigned production lines and proactively troubleshoot equipment issues.
◆Test parts, assemblies, and systems to ensure proper operation and document modifications.
◆Identify, document, and initiate corrective actions to prevent food safety, quality, or safety nonconformities.
◆Read, interpret, and update technical drawings and specifications while utilizing manufacturer manuals for equipment servicing and installation.
◆Support outside contractors and specialists with repairs, installations, and system modifications.
◆Create, manage, and close work orders while maintaining accurate records in SAP.
◆Control inventory, order parts and tools, and submit requisitions using SAP.
◆Follow all plant safety, food safety, and company policies and procedures while performing other assigned duties.

Ingredients Required for Your Success

✓Willingness to work overtime, including weekends.
✓High School diploma or GED and at least two years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment, or a two-year technical degree.
✓Experience with programmable logic controller operation, basic troubleshooting, motor controls, and system diagnostics.
✓Experience with fabrication processes including welding, grinding, and assembly.
✓Strong communication skills, teamwork, independent problem-solving skills, and flexibility to work overtime and weekends as business needs require.

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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Shift: 3:45 PM-12:15 AM

Hourly Rate: $30.00 an hour + $.50 shift differential

Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor, you will perform preventive maintenance activities across manufacturing operations while troubleshooting, diagnosing, and repairing plant equipment and systems. You will support reliable production, maintain compliance with food safety requirements, and help ensure safe, efficient operation of manufacturing equipment throughout the facility.

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.

Anticipated Close Date: November 27, 2026

Location: Centralia, 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.