Facility Utility Technician

Shift: 4:00 AM-2:00 PM

Hourly Rate: $34.60 an hour

You will be responsible for all facility and utility needs in the plant. The Facility/Utility Technician will help with repairing infrastructure and work with a variety of systems including: air compressors, HVAC, plumbing, ammonia/refrigeration, boiler systems, waste treatment and general electrical systems. The work schedule for this position is assigned to a Crew schedule. You will report to the Plant Maintenance Manager.

Essential Functions:

• You will use CPS-focused Improvement (FI) Tools by leading Root Cause Analysis (UPS), and Kaizens (e.g. Rapid Changeover (RCO) events).
• You will implement, sustain and improve 5S activities.
• You will support Conagra Performance System (CPS) through CPS pillar work. Use CPS as way of work. Facilitate and ensure others use CPS as way of work.
• You will perform component and machine rebuilds.
• You will complete work on special projects through the plant.
• You will check parts in and out of the stockroom using SAP to ensure stockroom inventory accountability.
• You will immediately react to area safety problems
• You will detail daily activities in log book.
• You will provide back up system coverage for the boiler and ammonia systems.
• You will fabricate and machine spare parts.
• Maintain and troubleshoot the following systems: compressed air, dust collection, HVAC, plumbing, ammonia/refrigeration, boiler systems, waste treatment and general electric.
• Complete exterior maintenance.
• Partner with external suppliers and vendors to manage repairs and installations.
• Provide back-up for other Facility/Utility Technician positions.
• Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP's).
• You will need knowledge of pneumatics, motors/drives/gearboxes/power transmission systems.
• Understand technical vendor manuals and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's)
• Knowledge of instrumentation (temperature, pressure, etc.)
• You will read Process Instrumentation Drawings (P&ID's)
• You will work in a team environment.
• Active member of the plant PSM team.
• Required to work over plant shutdowns/holidays.

Education and Experience:

• Associate's degree in mechanical technology or similar field.
• Minimum 3 years relevant experience in boiler, ammonia, compressed air, HVAC and dust collections systems.

Computer Skills:

• PC based computer literacy
• SAP experience preferred

Work Environment Requirements:

• You will work in a manufacturing environment with varying conditions.
• Our needs may require support outside of normal work hours.
• Ability to move within office and manufacturing facilities, write by hand and keyboard, and perform general office functions.
• General manufacturing, warehouse and office environment.

Anticipated Close Date: July 8, 2025

Location: Waterloo, Iowa

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.