Maintenance Level 4 (IV) – (Automation Technician)

Conagra Brands; Russellville (AR); On-site; USD 40,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Stock purchase plan

Career development

Paid time off

Job summary

Conagra Brands in Russellville, AR is seeking an experienced maintenance technician to support production equipment and ensure reliable operation across multiple shifts.

Responsibilities include preventative maintenance, troubleshooting of PLC/HMI systems, and collaboration with production staff to maintain uptime. Knowledge of Allen Bradley, Siemens, and SEW control systems is preferred.

Qualifications

• Ability to read/interpret engineering drawings.
• Proficient SAP skills.
• Basic Microsoft Office skills (Office, Excel, Power Point).
• Good written and oral communication.

Responsibilities

• Support and work cooperatively with production personnel to assure efficient operation of equipment.
• Follow and perform preventative maintenance on all production equipment. Create/monitor work orders as necessary to allow scheduled repair(s) and parts tracking/availability.
• Troubleshoot and repair equipment support systems and components in a timely manner. (Ex.conveyor belts, motors, grinders etc.)
• Assist in new equipment installation and equipment rebuilds.
• Assist in back filling positions as needed to cover vacations and time off on other shifts. As well as help provide coverage during working hours to all lines within the plant.
• Work with brands such as Allen Bradley, SIEMENS, and SEW.
• Conduct PLC programming and troubleshooting also, HMI troubleshooting.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

SAP

MS Office

Communication

Reading drawings

Troubleshooting

Tools

Allen Bradley

Siemens

SEW

Job description

Shift: various start times-various end times

Hourly Rate: $35.24 an hour

Hourly Rate up to $35.24

2nd Shift -additional$0.10 shift differential

3rd Shift -additional$0.30 shift differential

• Support and work cooperatively with production personnel toassureefficient operation of equipment.

• Follow and perform preventative maintenance on all production equipment. Create/monitor work orders as necessary to allow scheduled repair(s) and parts tracking/availability.

• Troubleshoot and repair equipment support systems and componentsin a timely manner.(Ex.conveyor belts, motors,grindersetc.)

• Assistin new equipment installation and equipmentrebuilds.

• Assistin back filling positions as needed to cover vacations and time off on other shifts.As well as help provide coverage during working hours to all lines within the plant.

• Work with brands such asAllen Bradley, SIEMENS, and SEW.

• ConductPLC programing and troubleshooting also, HMI troubleshooting.

• Other duties as assigned

Special Qualifications/PreviousExperience:

• Ability to use machine shop equipment, (punch press, mills, lathe,grinderand hand tools)

• Proficient SAP skills

• Basic Microsoft Office skills (Office, Excel, Power Point)

• Good written and oral communication

• Ability to read/interpret engineering drawings.

Anticipated Close Date: October 2, 2026

Location: Russellville, Arkansas

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.