Maintenance Mechanic

Conagra Brands; Maple Grove (MN); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the food industry is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic in Maple Grove. The role involves performing routine maintenance on production equipment, ensuring minimal downtime. Ideal candidates will have electrical and mechanical experience, along with a high school diploma. Join a team that values innovation and offers great benefits.

Benefits

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401(k)/pension eligibility

Career development opportunities

Paid-time off

Qualifications

• 2 years electrical/mechanical experience required.
• Lift up to 65 pounds.
• 2 years manufacturing/packaging experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and preventative maintenance on production line equipment.
• Install, repair, rebuild, and maintain machinery and mechanical equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair equipment promptly.

Skills

Electrical

Mechanical

Fabrication

Blueprint Reading

Intermediate Computer Skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Machine Shop Equipment

Job description

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Shift: 7:00 PM-7:00 AM

Hourly Rate: $34.70 an hour + $.75 shift differential

Schedule

Scheduled to work 12-hour shifts from 7pm - 7am every Wednesday and Thursday, and every other Friday, Saturday, Sunday, which is a 2-week pattern of 2 days on, 5 days off, 5 days on, 2 days off. Only scheduled to work 15 days every month, but with built-in overtime pay!

Position Summary

You will perform routine and preventative maintenance on production line equipment to minimize production delays due to mechanical/electrical failure. You will report to the Cell Lead and will receive work direction from the Maintenance Coordinator and Shift Lead onsite in our Maple Grove facility.

Position Responsibilities

• You will install, repair, rebuild, and maintain machinery and mechanical equipment to support production operations, along with helping with new equipment installation and equipment rebuilds.
• You will perform preventive maintenance on all production equipment. Create Work Orders to support scheduled repair(s) and parts tracking/availability.
• You will troubleshoot and repair equipment, support systems and components promptly. (i.e. ink/glue pumps, airshafts, print decks)
• You will monitor plant and building systems for efficient operation (i.e. HVAC, air compressors, chiller system)
• You will monitor work orders, prepare purchase requests and make recommendations to management on necessary equipment repair and coordinated scheduled downtime through Plant Engineering Manager and Maintenance Lead to maintain production efficiency.
• Prepare anilox cylinders and gravures, in advance, (with bearings, seals, etc.) before scheduled job changeovers.
• You will assist with press crews on PM's, start up after scheduled downtime periods, job changes, breakdowns and respond to press calls promptly.
• Supply own basic hand tools.
• Other job responsibilities as assigned.
  
  
  

Qualifications/ Education/Experience

• Lift up to 65 pounds
• Standing, climbing, reaching, kneeling, fine manipulation and walking.
• 2 years manufacturing/packaging experience preferred.
• 2 years electrical/mechanical experience required, PLC background.
• Fabrication experience (welding/mig)
• Use machine shop equipment, (punch press, mills, lathe, grinder and hand tools)
• Read blueprints
• Intermediate computer skills (Microsoft Office & SAP)
• Perform basic math calculations
• High school diploma or equivalent
  
  
  

Anticipated Close Date: June 29, 2025

Location: Maple Grove, Minnesota

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.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Food and Beverage Services and Food and Beverage Manufacturing

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