Maintenance Mechanic - 2nd Shift

Conagra Brands · Quincy, MI

Level: Technician
Team: Reliability
Experience asked: 1+ years
Industry: Food & beverage
Posted: Yesterday

The role in 30 seconds

A technician-level reliability role at Conagra Brands (food & beverage) in Quincy, MI. 1+ year of experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment.

They ask for: 1+ years
Tools it names: Lean

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From the plant jobs report · week of October 26, 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 1866 maintenance technician openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.

Michigan plant jobs report →Pay by team and state →What moves pay →

How this role compares

Against 75 other live reliability postings in Michigan.

Base pay: Not listed in this posting
Experience asked: Less than usual (1+ vs 5+)

Skills these teams ask for most

✓ Team leadership 58%
PLC 43%
Welding 32%
EHS / safety 21%
Robotics 21%

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

It asks for 1+ years. If you're close, apply anyway: requirements are a wish list. Talk to someone doing this work there first.

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This plant: Conagra Brands in Quincy

3 other open roles at this site.

Maintenance Mechanic - 3rd Shift · Reliability · Technician
Automation Engineer - 2nd Shift (Food Manufacturing) · Controls
Production Supervisor 2nd Shift · Production · Supervisor

Full description from Conagra BrandsAs posted on their careers site.Show

Responsibilities

◆Perform preventative maintenance across a wide range of industrial machinery and production equipment to minimize downtime
◆Troubleshoot and repair equipment including pumps, motors, gearboxes, conveyors, chillers, pneumatic systems, and hydraulic systems
◆Diagnose mechanical and electrical issues related to production and facility equipment
◆Support predictive maintenance programs to improve equipment performance and reliability
◆Work across multiple maintenance disciplines based on operational needs
◆Respond to equipment alerts and communicate effectively using radio systems
◆Walk throughout the facility to complete inspections, repairs, and maintenance tasks
◆Follow all safety, food safety, and Good Manufacturing Practices

requirements

✓Maintain consistent attendance, work scheduled shifts, and support overtime needs

Ingredients Required for Your Success

✓High School Diploma or GED
✓1+ year of experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment
✓Experience working with hydraulics, pneumatics, and mechanical and electrical drive or control systems
✓Experience supporting preventative and predictive maintenance programs
✓Mechanical troubleshooting experience with industrial equipment
✓Understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles
✓Basic computer experience (2 years preferred)
✓Current work history with at least 1 year of recent employment
✓Must be able to wear all required personal protective equipment

Anticipated Close Date: November 13, 2026

Location: Quincy, Michigan

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

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Shift: 1:00 PM-9:00 PM

Hourly Rate: $34.56 an hour + $0.20 shift differential

Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor, you will support the reliability and efficiency of equipment at our Quincy, Michigan manufacturing facility by performing preventative maintenance, troubleshooting issues, and repairing production machinery used to produce Hebrew National Hot Dogs.

A Taste of Your

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.