1st Shift Entry Level Mechanic

Conagra Brands; Marshall (MO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Stock purchase plan

Paid time off

Career development

Job summary

Conagra Brands, Marshall, Missouri, is seeking a Maintenance Technician to troubleshoot, repair, install, and maintain mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic systems on-site. You will support production by diagnosing issues, performing repairs, and ensuring equipment reliability across multiple shifts.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, two years of mechanic experience, and vocational machine maintenance training, with English literacy and basic math for documentation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Two years of progressive mechanic experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Vocational technical training in machine maintenance.
• Electrical experience.
• Read and write English to complete production and quality documentation.
• Basic math skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, and percentages.
• Familiarity with basic shop equipment, electric arc welders, plasma cutters, torches, and basic hand tools.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, remove, install, replace, rebuild, repair, and test parts and components on plant and production equipment.
• Keep mechanical equipment in good condition and working order.
• Inspect machines and equipment to locate problems, replace defective parts, and make necessary adjustments to support continuous production operations.
• Use equipment manuals, repair manuals, parts manuals, and parts diagrams to troubleshoot plant and production equipment.
• Use hand and power tools to install, repair, rebuild, replace, and test equipment and components.
• Perform electrical and pneumatic work on production machines.
• Complete welding, electrical, and fabrication work as needed.
• Work extended shifts and overtime, including weekends, based on business needs.

Skills

Mechanic experience

Electrical experience

English literacy

Basic math

Shop tools familiarity

Education

High school diploma or GED

Vocational training in machine maintenance

Tools

Arc welders

Plasma cutters

Torches

Hand tools

Job description

Shift: various start times-various end times Hourly Rate: $23.17 an hour

Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor, you will work on-site at the Marshall, Missouri facility supporting production and plant operations by troubleshooting, repairing, installing, rebuilding, and maintaining mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic equipment. You will help ensure equipment reliability and continuous production by diagnosing issues, performing repairs, and maintaining production machinery and related systems.

A Taste of Your Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, remove, install, replace, rebuild, repair, and test parts and components on plant and production equipment.
• Keep mechanical equipment in good condition and working order.
• Inspect machines and equipment to locate problems, replace defective parts, and make necessary adjustments to support continuous production operations.
• Use equipment manuals, repair manuals, parts manuals, and parts diagrams to troubleshoot plant and production equipment.
• Use hand and power tools to install, repair, rebuild, replace, and test equipment and components.
• Perform electrical and pneumatic work on production machines.
• Complete welding, electrical, and fabrication work as needed.
• Work extended shifts and overtime, including weekends, based on business needs.

Ingredients Required for Your Success

• High school diploma or GED.
• Two years of progressive mechanic experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Vocational technical training in machine maintenance.
• Electrical experience.
• Read and write English to complete production and quality documentation.
• Basic math skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, and percentages.
• Familiarity with basic shop equipment, electric arc welders, plasma cutters, torches, and basic hand tools.

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 requirements 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: October 30, 2026

Location: Marshall, Missouri

Our Benefits

• 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.

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.

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.