Operator Mechanic - 3rd Shift

CONAGRACouncil Bluffs, IA
$26Onsite

About The Position

The Operator Mechanic reports to the Maintenance Supervisor and is responsible for ensuring assigned equipment is ready for startup/changeovers. This role involves visually inspecting equipment to ensure it operates according to standards, making necessary adjustments, and completing centerline inspections. The Operator Mechanic may also assist mechanics with minor repairs, replacements, and modifications to equipment, all while adhering to safety regulations and GMP and quality standards. The position requires the employee to have their own hand tools and offers a starting pay up to $26.39 per hour plus an attendance bonus. The role is onsite at the Conagra manufacturing facility.

Requirements

  • Ability to work the scheduled/assigned times and required overtime for position
  • Regular attendance to ensure production requirements are met
  • Ability to read, write, communicate, and comprehend written instructions in English
  • Ability to complete work/purchase requests into the maintenance tracking and performance computer system
  • Knowledge of planned maintenance
  • Knowledge of basic hand tools
  • Basic math skills
  • Good safety record and complete all necessary training
  • Ability to lift up to 75 lbs
  • Knowledge of GMP’s
  • Ability to be LOTO certified
  • Minimum 1 year maintenance or related experience

Responsibilities

  • Verify product for startup
  • Ensure equipment is ready for startup/changeovers performing pre-start checks
  • Visually inspect equipment to ensure it is operating according to standards making adjustments
  • Complete centerline inspections to identify defects
  • Grease seals and bearings, clean, inspect, and replace belts
  • Assist mechanics with minor repairs, replacements, and modifications to equipment
  • Assist mechanics with Planned Maintenance (PM)
  • Teardown equipment for changeover/sanitation
  • Complete daily paperwork (e.g., centerline reports, scale audits, PM/AM sheets)
  • Keep work area free from debris to maintain a safe and efficient production process
  • Participate in production line drumbeats
  • General housekeeping (e.g., sweeping, wiping down guards, removal of contaminants, etc.)

Benefits

  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Company-paid life insurance
  • Accident insurance
  • Disability insurance
  • Great pay
  • 401(k)/pension eligibility
  • Financial wellness programs
  • Stock purchase plan
  • Career development opportunities
  • Employee resource groups
  • Team collaboration
  • Paid-time off
  • Volunteer opportunities
  • Attendance Bonus
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