Production Line Mechanic - 2nd Shift at CONAGRA
Job Description
- You will troubleshoot, remove, install, replace, repair, and test parts and components on plant and production equipment.
- You will reference manuals, repair guides, parts manuals, and diagrams to diagnose and resolve equipment concerns.
- You will use hand and power tools to remove, install, rebuild, repair, and test parts and equipment.
- You will complete electrical and pneumatic work on production machines.
- You will support food safety and quality standards in all work performed.
- You will participate in process improvement efforts to strengthen reliability and performance across the plant.
- High School diploma or GED
- Willingness to work overtime as needed
- Capacity to lift up to 50 pounds, climb stairs, bend, kneel, and use hands frequently in a physical manufacturing setting
Anticipated Close Date: March 30, 2026Location: Henning, Illinois
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: G reat pay, 401(k)/pension eligibility, financial wellness programs and stock purchase plan
- Growth: Career development opportunities, employee resource groups and team collaboration
- Balance: P aid-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.
$58k beats the market for Production Workers, All Other nationally
This is a strong offer—weigh total comp and growth potential.
Hot hiring, constrained wages
Employers are hiring actively, but pay hasn't caught up with demand. Focus on competing offers and non-salary benefits.
Why this market feels harder than it looks
This market is hiring aggressively, but compensation hasn't caught up and most openings are backfilling churn, not expansion. Employers are filling roles, but not bidding wages up.
Who this leverage applies to
Where to negotiate
Likely Possible Unlikely
Watch out for
Don't let hiring headlines mislead you—focus on concrete offers. Your leverage may be less durable than it appears—move decisively.
Does this path compound?
Steady work, but limited growth in both jobs and pay.
Openings come from turnover, not new growth. Differentiate to advance.