Conagra Brands
Maintenance Automation Technician – 3rd Shift
Conagra Brands, Council Bluffs, Iowa, us, 51502
Shift: various start times-various end timesHourly Rate: $28.36 an hourThe Automation Technician is responsible for a variety of responsibilities including the maintenance, troubleshooting, repairing, and improving automation, controls, and technology systems and equipment. You will be a facility wide resource. Candidate willing to accept automation and electrical maintenance responsibility while observing all safety regulations and ensuring GMP and quality standards are met to maintain the efficient flow of production. You will report to the Maintenance Manager. You will work on site at the Council Bluffs location. Start Rate $37.34 per hour, attendance Incentive $0.70 for 3rd shift.
Essential Job Functions
Work the scheduled/assigned times and required overtime for the position
Regular attendance to ensure production requirements are met
Ability to be flexible and shift priorities in a constantly changing, fast-paced work environment.
Read, write, communicate, and comprehend written instructions in English
Define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
Support continuous improvement efforts related to manufacturing including Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost goals
Develop positive working relationships, working individually and with others as a team
Communicate difficult concepts to non-technical individuals
Travel for training and continuous improvement activities
Lift up to 75 lbs.
Job Responsibilities
Promote Conagra Brands values
Develop, initiate automation technologies
Train plant technicians in the use of automation maintenance techniques and technologies
Promote and incorporate current safety rules and regulations into the automation processes
Provide technical support for production equipment and processes across the facility
Interpret electrical schematics and user manuals
Troubleshoot process issues with appropriate tools (e.g. multimeter, automation software) and diagnose the cause
Use advanced network troubleshooting to diagnose control networking issues
Work with IT to troubleshoot and maintain automation servers
Backup and organize all automation related documentation (programs, schematics, network information, manuals)
Must observe and practice all Department/Plant Procedures including wearing required PPE
Follow plant safety, food Safety, sanitation standards, and follow all GMP guidelines
Skills Required
Knowledge of Planned Maintenance and maintenance work cycle
Knowledge of installation, operation, and repair of electrical and automation equipment
Read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and diagrams
Knowledge of electrical, hydraulics, pneumatics, and controls systems
Knowledge of electronic components such as HMIs, VFDs, sensors, process instrumentation
Working knowledge of Rockwell Automation software such as Factory Talk, Factory Talk View, Control Logix, RS Logix
IT skills and ability to set up computers, analyze IT issues and resolve them
Advanced computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft Office & Preferably SAP
Analytical, planning, and ability to solve problems
Add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
Compute rate, ratio, and percent
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
Knowledge of Plant safety, GMP’s, & confined spaces
Be LOTO/PIT certified
Qualifications High school diploma or GED required. Two-year certificate from college or technical school or equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience. 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 any other characteristic or status protected by national, federal, state or local law. Anticipated Close Date: January 2, 2026. Location: Council Bluffs, Iowa.
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. 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.
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Essential Job Functions
Work the scheduled/assigned times and required overtime for the position
Regular attendance to ensure production requirements are met
Ability to be flexible and shift priorities in a constantly changing, fast-paced work environment.
Read, write, communicate, and comprehend written instructions in English
Define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
Support continuous improvement efforts related to manufacturing including Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost goals
Develop positive working relationships, working individually and with others as a team
Communicate difficult concepts to non-technical individuals
Travel for training and continuous improvement activities
Lift up to 75 lbs.
Job Responsibilities
Promote Conagra Brands values
Develop, initiate automation technologies
Train plant technicians in the use of automation maintenance techniques and technologies
Promote and incorporate current safety rules and regulations into the automation processes
Provide technical support for production equipment and processes across the facility
Interpret electrical schematics and user manuals
Troubleshoot process issues with appropriate tools (e.g. multimeter, automation software) and diagnose the cause
Use advanced network troubleshooting to diagnose control networking issues
Work with IT to troubleshoot and maintain automation servers
Backup and organize all automation related documentation (programs, schematics, network information, manuals)
Must observe and practice all Department/Plant Procedures including wearing required PPE
Follow plant safety, food Safety, sanitation standards, and follow all GMP guidelines
Skills Required
Knowledge of Planned Maintenance and maintenance work cycle
Knowledge of installation, operation, and repair of electrical and automation equipment
Read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and diagrams
Knowledge of electrical, hydraulics, pneumatics, and controls systems
Knowledge of electronic components such as HMIs, VFDs, sensors, process instrumentation
Working knowledge of Rockwell Automation software such as Factory Talk, Factory Talk View, Control Logix, RS Logix
IT skills and ability to set up computers, analyze IT issues and resolve them
Advanced computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft Office & Preferably SAP
Analytical, planning, and ability to solve problems
Add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
Compute rate, ratio, and percent
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
Knowledge of Plant safety, GMP’s, & confined spaces
Be LOTO/PIT certified
Qualifications High school diploma or GED required. Two-year certificate from college or technical school or equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience. 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 any other characteristic or status protected by national, federal, state or local law. Anticipated Close Date: January 2, 2026. Location: Council Bluffs, Iowa.
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. 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.
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