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Shutdown Work Jobs in Iowa (NOW HIRING)

Kinze

Manufacturing Engineer

Williamsburg, IA · On-site

$68K - $88K/yr

Required to work during shutdown hours, holidays, and weekends to complete special projects Environment * Standing, walking, and sitting at workstation for extended periods of time * Performing tasks ...

Gerdau

Millwright / Maintenance Technician

Wilton, IA · On-site

$23.50 - $29.75/hr

We invite you to come work with us, where your contributions are valued, your voice is heard, and ... Advises when immediate shutdown of equipment is necessary to minimize damage or when temporarily ...

Ingredion

Senior Project Engineer

Cedar Rapids, IA

$102K - $136K/yr

Without even realizing it, you've experienced our work in your favorite chocolate, your pet's food ... Partner with Maintenance & Reliability teams to coordinate project design, shutdown planning ...

trimark

Stamping B Operator- 3rd Shift

New Hampton, IA · On-site

$21.93/hr

... Shutdown procedures * Ensure that they can shut down or startup equipment with good manufacturing practices, operating procedures, and safety procedures • Read and Understand Work Instructions

Imagine Learning

Warehouse Associate

Rock Rapids, IA · On-site

$13.62 - $18/hr

At Imagine Learning, you'll find opportunities for meaningful work, continuous growth, and ... a winter shutdown from Christmas Eve through New Year's Day * Paid Time Off * Comprehensive ...

Kraft Heinz Company

Maintenance Mechanic

Muscatine, IA · On-site

$32.61/hr

Must be able to work any shift needed, including overtime. * 1st shift - Mon - Fri, 6am - 2:15pm ... Proper Shutdown and Changeover as required by company standards and to minimize downtime, excluding ...

Kraft Heinz

Maintenance Mechanic

Muscatine, IA · On-site

$32.61/hr

Must be able to work any shift needed, including overtime. * 1st shift - Mon - Fri, 6am - 2:15pm ... Proper Shutdown and Changeover as required by company standards and to minimize downtime, excluding ...

trimark

Plastics B Operator- 3rd Shift

New Hampton, IA · On-site

$21.93/hr

... shutdown and startup procedures on department specific equipment * Departmental paperwork Ensure paperwork is completed & filled out correctly Ensure department work instructions and special ...

Imagine Learning

Warehouse Associate

Rock Rapids, IA · On-site

$13.62 - $18/hr

At Imagine Learning, you'll find opportunities for meaningful work, continuous growth, and ... a winter shutdown from Christmas Eve through New Year's Day * Paid Time Off * Comprehensive ...

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What is the difference between Shutdown Work vs Maintenance Technician?

AspectShutdown WorkMaintenance Technician
CertificationsOSHA safety training, OSHA 10/30, industry-specific certificationsOSHA safety training, industry certifications, technical diplomas
Work EnvironmentIndustrial sites, plants during outages, scheduled shutdownsFactories, plants, equipment repair, ongoing maintenance
Employer & Industry UsagePower plants, manufacturing facilities, oil & gasManufacturing, industrial, facilities management

Shutdown Work involves specialized tasks during plant outages, focusing on equipment disassembly, repair, and reassembly during scheduled shutdowns. Maintenance Technicians perform routine and preventive maintenance to ensure equipment reliability. While both roles require safety training and technical skills, Shutdown Work is more project-specific and time-sensitive, whereas Maintenance Technicians handle ongoing maintenance tasks.

Shutdown Work jobs near you
Infographic showing various Shutdown Work job openings in Iowa as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 34% Locum Tenens, 49% Full Time, 7% Part Time, 2% Contract, 1% Nights, and 7% Summer. Highlights an 93% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution.

Manufacturing Engineer

Kinze

Williamsburg, IA • On-site

$68K - $88K/yr

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Re-posted 6 days ago

Job description

Position Summary

Manufacturing Engineers work collaboratively with Design Engineering (new product development and existing products) and Manufacturing Operations. They implement manufacturing processes and systems to meet manufacturing goals and objectives such as improved safety and environmental performance, improved quality, reduced cost and meeting scheduled customer deliveries. They provide direct support to company Lean/Continuous Improvement initiatives and are also responsible to investigate, understand, and apply the appropriate new manufacturing technologies while always maintaining alignment to defined company core competencies. In addition, this position provides engineering compliance support for Kinze commercial hydraulic/hangar door products and installations, including validation of wind-load and other code-driven design criteria. Kinze's door designs are used for commercial, aviation, and agricultural installations.

General Duties

General Responsibilities:
  • Use critical thinking skills to troubleshoot problems, find root causes, and develop / implement corrective actions
  • Support and initiate Engineering Change Requests and oversee their completion
  • Develop and modify work instructions based on product and process changes
  • Identify and implement process improvements
  • Identify and assist in training needs for new processes or equipment
  • Develop and maintain standardized calculation templates, assumptions logs, and design checklists supporting commercial/hangar door compliance deliverables.

New Product Development:

  • Develop and support implementation of Manufacturing Plans
  • Proactively participate in product design reviews to ensure parts and products are designed for manufacturability
  • Design and implement basic tooling and fixturing
  • Design and implement processes throughout manufacturing
  • Conduct Process Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (PFMEA)
  • Assistance in costing activities
  • Interface with cross-functional teams to implement corrective actions when compliance gaps are identified (design changes, documentation updates, manufacturing controls).
  • When required, review and approve engineering calculations and/or drawings for commercial/special projects.

Lean Manufacturing Implementation:

  • Assist in developing and maintaining Value Stream Maps
  • Assist in driving lean activities such as Employee Suggestions and Lean Training

Capital Project Planning and Execution:

  • Recommend new equipment to support process improvement, capacity needs, or new product introduction
  • Recommend and support layout changes to facilitate new processes

Requirements

  • Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, 3D Modeling, and CAD software with MRP Systems experience.
  • Must possess Lean Manufacturing knowledge and be familiar with OSHA / Industry safety requirements.
  • Strong analytical skills, excellent written and verbal communication skills, blue print reading skills, and strong problem solving and critical thinking skills are required.
  • Must work well in cross functional groups with understanding of quality systems and process control.
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Industrial Technology, Operations Management, or equivalent
  • 3-5 Years experience in a similar manufacturing role (fabrication, welding, assembly, finishing)
  • PE credentials strongly preferred, but not required

Working Conditions

Work Time

  • Position may require additional night, or weekend work as required to complete job duties and assignments
  • Must be available to support multiple shift operations
  • Required to work during shutdown hours, holidays, and weekends to complete special projects

Environment

  • Standing, walking, and sitting at workstation for extended periods of time
  • Performing tasks with computer for extended periods of time
  • Walking up to 1/2 mile multiple times per day to perform tasks
  • Working in a manufacturing plant floor environment while wearing proper PPE and following procedures
  • Spending time on your feet in a non-climate-controlled manufacturing environment

Travel

  • Requires minimal travel with very few overnight stays

Equal Employment Opportunity

Kinze provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, national origin, marital status, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Work Authorization Requirements

Applicants for this position must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Kinze Manufacturing does not provide employment visa sponsorship for this position.

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