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Operator Mechanic

Council Bluffs, IA
Full-Time

Job Description

Shift: 10:00 PM-7:45 AM

Hourly Rate: $24.87 an hour

Job Summary:

The Operator Mechanic reports to the Maintenance Supervisor and is responsible for a variety of responsibilities including ensuring assigned equipment is ready for startup/changeovers. Visually inspect equipment to ensure operation according to standards making adjustments. Complete centerline inspections and may assist mechanics with minor repairs, replacements, and modifications to equipment following all safety regulations and ensuring all GMP and quality standards are met. Must have own hand tools. Starting pay up to $24.87 per hour + Attendance Bonus! ($0.50 for first shift, $0.60 for second shift, and $0.70 for third shift). You will be onsite at the Conagra manufacturing facility.

Essential Job Functions:

* Ability to work the scheduled/assigned times and required overtime for position

* Regular attendance to ensure production requirements are met

* Ability to read, write, communicate, and comprehend written instructions in English

* Ability to complete work/purchase requests into the maintenance tracking and performance computer system

* Knowledge of planned maintenance

* Knowledge of basic hand tools

* Basic math skills

* Good safety record and complete all necessary trainings.

* Ability to lift up to 75 lbs.

You will:

* Verify product for startup

* Ensure equipment is ready for startup/changeovers performing pre-start checks

* Visually inspect equipment to ensure it is operating according to standards making adjustments

* Complete centerline inspections to identify defects

* Grease seals and bearings, clean, inspect, and replace belts

* Assist mechanics with minor repairs, replacements, and modifications to equipment

* Assist mechanics with Planned Maintenance (PM)

* Teardown equipment for changeover/sanitation

* Complete daily paperwork (e.g., centerline reports, scale audits, PM/AM sheets)

* Keep work area free from debris to maintain a safe and efficient production process

* Participate in production line drumbeats

* General housekeeping (e.g., sweeping, wiping down guards, removal of contaminants, etc.)

You have:

* Knowledge of GMP's

* Ability to be LOTO certified

Qualifications:

Education: High school diploma or GED.

Experience Required: Minimum 1 year maintenance or related experience.

Anticipated Close Date: December 31, 2025

Location: Council Bluffs, Iowa

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.

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.

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Shift: 10:00 PM-7:45 AM

Hourly Rate: $24.87 an hour

Job Summary:

The Operator Mechanic reports to the Maintenance Supervisor and is responsible for a variety of responsibilities including ensuring assigned equipment is ready for startup/changeovers. Visually inspect equipment to ensure operation according to standards making adjustments. Complete centerline inspections and may assist mechanics with minor repairs, replacements, and modifications to equipment following all safety regulations and ensuring all GMP and quality standards are met. Must have own hand tools. Starting pay up to $24.87 per hour + Attendance Bonus! ($0.50 for first shift, $0.60 for second shift, and $0.70 for third shift). You will be onsite at the Conagra manufacturing facility.

Essential Job Functions:

* Ability to work the scheduled/assigned times and required overtime for position

* Regular attendance to ensure production requirements are met

* Ability to read, write, communicate, and comprehend written instructions in English

* Ability to complete work/purchase requests into the maintenance tracking and performance computer system

* Knowledge of planned maintenance

* Knowledge of basic hand tools

* Basic math skills

* Good safety record and complete all necessary trainings.

* Ability to lift up to 75 lbs.

You will:

* Verify product for startup

* Ensure equipment is ready for startup/changeovers performing pre-start checks

* Visually inspect equipment to ensure it is operating according to standards making adjustments

* Complete centerline inspections to identify defects

* Grease seals and bearings, clean, inspect, and replace belts

* Assist mechanics with minor repairs, replacements, and modifications to equipment

* Assist mechanics with Planned Maintenance (PM)

* Teardown equipment for changeover/sanitation

* Complete daily paperwork (e.g., centerline reports, scale audits, PM/AM sheets)

* Keep work area free from debris to maintain a safe and efficient production process

* Participate in production line drumbeats

* General housekeeping (e.g., sweeping, wiping down guards, removal of contaminants, etc.)

You have:

* Knowledge of GMP's

* Ability to be LOTO certified

Qualifications:

Education: High school diploma or GED.

Experience Required: Minimum 1 year maintenance or related experience.

Anticipated Close Date: December 31, 2025

Location: Council Bluffs, Iowa

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.

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.

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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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