Maintenance Technician - 3-2-2 / 12 hour schedule
Job Description
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 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.
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.
#LI-Onsite
Anticipated Close Date: January 10, 2026Location: Saint Elmo, IllinoisOur 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.
Conagra Brands is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, pregnancy, leave status, disability, veteran status, genetic information and/or any other characteristic or status protected by national, federal, state or local law. Reasonable accommodation may be made upon request.
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 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.
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.
#LI-Onsite
Anticipated Close Date: January 10, 2026Location: Saint Elmo, IllinoisOur 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.
Conagra Brands is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, pregnancy, leave status, disability, veteran status, genetic information and/or any other characteristic or status protected by national, federal, state or local law. Reasonable accommodation may be made upon request.
About Conagra Brands
Conagra Brands (NYSE: CAG) is a $12.3 billion branded food company with 50 locations across North America, employing approximately 18,600 talented professionals. We combine a rich heritage of making great food with a sharpened focus and entrepreneurial spirit. We’re transforming the way we operate to fulfill what consumers and customers want, in a smart, simple way. We’re modernizing our food brands, leveraging fresh opportunities and adapting to a changing landscape – all with a culture that’s ready to capture growth and drive shareholder value.
Our iconic brands, such as Birds Eye, Duncan Hines, Healthy Choice, Marie Callender's, Reddi-wip, and Slim Jim, as well as emerging brands, including Angie's BOOMCHICKAPOP, Duke's, Earth Balance, Gardein, and Frontera, offer choices for every occasion.
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