Automation Engineer - 2nd Shift (Food Manufacturing)

Conagra Brands; Quincy (MI); On-site; USD 64,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Bonus opportunity

401(k) and stock purchase plan

Career development

Flexible work schedules

Job summary

Conagra Brands is seeking a Maintenance Engineer to lead automation and electrical projects that enhance safe, efficient plant operations. You will troubleshoot, align systems with company standards, and support continuous improvement across the site.

You will provide daily automation support to operations and facilities teams, execute projects to improve reliability, and develop training to grow automation and instrumentation knowledge across the site.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, electronics, information technology, or related field preferred, or equivalent experience.
• At least 1 year of programmable logic controller programming experience.
• Knowledge of electrical principles and components such as HMIs, servo controllers, variable frequency drives, sensors, and process instrumentation.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the capability to apply engineering principles in complex situations.
• Experience in regulated manufacturing environments (FDA, USDA, or Process Safety) is a plus.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting safety rules, blueprints, electrical schematics, and piping and instrumentation diagrams.
• Proficiency with standard computer programs, including email and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily automation support to operations and facilities teams.
• Execute automation and electrical projects to improve equipment reliability and performance.
• Develop and deliver training to strengthen automation, electrical, and instrumentation knowledge across the site.
• Align IT/OT infrastructure, programming, and equipment with company standards.
• Participate in daily production meetings and support Early Management and Preventive Maintenance initiatives.
• Partner on equipment obsolescence planning and ensure safety, environmental, and GMP compliance.
• Ensure all work is completed safely, efficiently, and to quality standards.
• Communicate effectively across teams and provide off-hours support when needed.

Skills

PLC programming

Electrical principles

Schematic reading

Problem solving

MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

HMI

Servo controllers

VFDs

Sensors

Electrical schematics

Job description

Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, you will lead automation and electrical projects that support safe, efficient plant operations. You will provide technical expertise in troubleshooting, problem-solving, and system alignment with company standards while supporting continuous improvement across the site.

A Taste of Your Responsibilities

• Provide daily automation support to operations and facilities teams
• Execute automation and electrical projects to improve equipment reliability and performance
• Develop and deliver training to strengthen automation, electrical, and instrumentation knowledge across the site
• Align information technology and operational technology infrastructure, programming, and equipment with company standards
• Participate in daily production meetings and support Early Management and Preventive Maintenance initiatives
• Partner on equipment obsolescence planning and ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and good manufacturing practices requirements
• Ensure all work is completed safely, efficiently, and to quality standards
• Communicate effectively and collaborate across teams, including providing off-hours support as needed

Ingredients Required for Your Success

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, electronics, information technology, or related field preferred, or equivalent experience
• At least 1 year of programmable logic controller programming experience
• Knowledge of electrical principles and components such as human machine interfaces, servo controllers, variable frequency drives, sensors, and process instrumentation
• Strong problem-solving skills with the capability to apply engineering principles in complex situations
• Experience in regulated manufacturing environments such as Food and Drug Administration, United States Department of Agriculture, or Process Safety Management is a plus
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting safety rules, blueprints, electrical schematics, and piping and instrumentation diagrams
• Proficiency with standard computer programs, including email and Microsoft Office

Physical Requirements

More information about essential tasks and the facility will be shared during the hiring process. This role may require you to be in our manufacturing facilities. When visiting these sites, the physical requirements below may apply: You may be required to walk around the facility, climb stairs/ladders, kneel, or perform repetitive tasks that require hand-eye coordination. You may be required to lift or carry materials that can vary in weight and size. This is a manufacturing environment with large, moving equipment. Noise levels can be high, and temperatures may vary.

Compensation

Annual Base Salary: $64,000.00 - $109,000.00 The annual salary listed above is the expected offering for this position. An employee’s actual annual salary will be based on but not limited to: location, relevant experience/level and skillset, while balancing internal Conagra employees’ equity. Conagra Brands will comply with applicable law regarding minimum salaries for exempt employees.

Our Benefits

• Health: Comprehensive healthcare plans, wellness incentive program, mental wellbeing support and fitness reimbursement
• Wealth: Great pay, bonus incentive opportunity, matching 401(k) and stock purchase plan
• Growth: Career development opportunities, employee resource groups, on-demand learning and tuition reimbursement
• Balance: Paid-time off, parental leave, flexible work-schedules (subject to your location and role) 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.

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.