Maintenance Technician - 1st Shift.

Job Description

Shift : 5 : 30 AM-2 : 00 PM

Hourly Rate : $33.00 an hour

Do you have a taste for food? If you are looking for the opportunity to reach your potential, consider Conagra Brands as your next destination. Conagra Brands is known for our Ionic brands like Reddi-wip, Slim Jim's, Duncan Hines BOOMCHIKPOP, Chef Boyardee, Swiss Miss and more!

We are hiring for Maintenance Tech with food manufacturing experience on our 1st shift.

You will report to the shift supervisor and join a team of 235 plus team member.

You will work onsite at our Food manufacturing plant is located in Kent WA.

Essential Functions :

Maintain and repair all aspects of production line equipment including cookers, wrappers, conveyors.

Will work all craft specialties, including electrical, welding, mechanical, refrigeration, pneumatic and structural.

Repair or replace defective parts on equipment. Dismantle machinery to access part(s) needing repair replaces / repairs defective parts and reassemble machinery. Lubricates and cleans working mechanisms on production equipment.

Respond to urgent needs to keep the production lines running.

Perform plant inspections on fire systems, storage freezers, refrigeration system, and record information into daily summaries.

Perform preventative maintenance work on equipment and ensure completion of work orders.

You will work varying hours and shifts, including overtime and weekends, to accommodate the production deadlines.

Must maintain regular attendance.

Report food safety problems to personnel with authority to initiate action.

Other maintenance responsibilities as assigned.

Skills and Attributes :

Must 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.

Must maintain a good working relationship with all other departments and other maintenance shifts.

Work in temperatures ranging from 125°F to + / - 20°, averaging 85°F.

Communicate to all levels.

Job Qualifications

2 years previous experience in electrical controls, hydraulics, pneumatic and ammonia refrigeration in a food manufacturing environment.

Refrigeration operator's license.

High School diploma or equivalent

Relevant trade or technical school training preferred.

Anticipated Close Date : November 10, 2025

Location : Kent, Washington

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.