Maintenance Technician - 2nd Shift.

ZipRecruiter; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturing company is seeking a Maintenance Tech in Kent, Washington. The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of experience in food manufacturing maintenance and holds a refrigeration operator's license. Responsibilities include maintaining production line equipment and performing inspections. The role offers competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, including health insurance and 401(k) eligibility.

Benefits

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401(k)/pension eligibility

Paid time off

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience in food manufacturing maintenance.
• Refrigeration operator's license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair production line equipment.
• Respond to urgent maintenance needs.
• Perform plant inspections and preventative maintenance.

Skills

Electrical controls

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

Ammonia refrigeration

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Relevant trade or technical school training

Job description

Overview

Shift: 1:30 PM-10:00 PM

Hourly Rate: $33.00 an hour + $1.25 shift differential

Conagra Brands is hiring for a Maintenance Tech with food manufacturing experience on our 2nd shift. You will report to the shift supervisor and join a team of 235+ team members. You will work onsite at our food manufacturing plant located in Kent, WA.

Anticipated Close Date: October 10, 2025 | Location: Kent, Washington

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair all aspects of production line equipment including cookers, wrappers, and conveyors.
• Work across craft specialties, including electrical, welding, mechanical, refrigeration, pneumatic, and structural.
• Repair or replace defective parts on equipment; dismantle machinery to access parts, replace/repair defective parts, and reassemble machinery; lubricate and clean working mechanisms on production equipment.
• Respond to urgent needs to keep the production lines running.
• Perform plant inspections on fire systems, storage freezers, refrigeration systems, and record information into daily summaries.
• Perform preventative maintenance and ensure completion of work orders.
• Work varying hours and shifts, including overtime and weekends, to accommodate production deadlines.
• Maintain regular attendance and report food safety problems to personnel with authority to initiate action.
• Other maintenance responsibilities as assigned.

Skills and Attributes

• Follow all plant work, safety, food safety, and GMP standards.
• Meet internal/external customer expectations through teamwork, respect, and a willingness to help and support others.
• Maintain good working relationships with all departments and other maintenance shifts.
• Work in temperatures ranging from 125°F to +/- 20°, averaging 85°F.
• Communicate effectively at all levels.

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience in electrical controls, hydraulics, pneumatics, and ammonia refrigeration in a food manufacturing environment.
• Refrigeration operator's license.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Relevant trade or technical school training.

Benefits

• Health: Medical, dental and vision insurance, company-paid life, accident and disability insurance
• Wealth: Competitive 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 are focused on 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 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 age, race, color, sex, creed, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information and/or any other characteristic or status protected by federal, state or local law. Reasonable accommodation may be made upon request.