Forklift Operator 2nd Shift

Conagra Brands; Henning (IL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)/pension eligibility

Paid time off

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Conagra Brands’ Henning, Illinois facility is seeking a Forklift Operator to stage, maintain and move raw materials and finished goods within the warehouse that supports PAM cooking spray production. The role reports to the Team Lead Warehouse and collaborates with a large team to uphold safe, efficient operations.

Responsibilities include daily forklift inspections, material handling with bar-coding, accurate pallet tagging, and ensuring proper inventory placement.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• Previous forklift experience required.
• Flexibility to work overtime as needed to meet production demands.
• Commitment to working safely in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Complete daily forklift inspections and support the unloading and staging of raw materials.
• Prepare production runs by retrieving raw materials using the bar-coding system and creating accurate pallet tags.
• Move finished products to the warehouse and ensure accurate inventory placement through the bar-coding system.
• Verify shipment staging, bills of accuracy, lot codes, and product information.
• Maintain a clean work area to support food safety and OSHA requirements.

Skills

Forklift operation

Adherence to safety protocols

Team player

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Bar-coding system

Job description

Shift: 5:00 PM-5:15 AM
Hourly Rate: $21.25 an hour
Reporting to the Team Lead Warehouse, as a Forklift Operator, you will stage, maintain, and move raw materials and finished goods throughout the warehouse at our Henning facility, where we produce PAM cooking spray. You will join a team of approximately 200 associates and play an important role in supporting safe, efficient production operations.

A Taste Of Your Responsibilities

• Complete daily forklift inspections and support the unloading and staging of raw materials.
• Prepare production runs by retrieving raw materials using the bar-coding system and creating accurate pallet tags.
• Move finished products to the warehouse and ensure accurate inventory placement through the bar-coding system.
• Verify shipment staging, bills of accuracy, lot codes, and product information.
• Maintain a clean work area to support food safety and OSHA requirements.

Ingredients Required For Your Success

• High School diploma or GED.
• Previous forklift experience required.
• Flexibility to work overtime as needed to meet production demands.
• Commitment to working safely in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Physical Requirements

More information on the essential tasks and facility will be shared during the hiring process. Please be aware that in a manufacturing environment, the noise levels can be high and the temperatures may vary. Depending on the role, physical and environmental requirements can differ but include:

• Being on your feet, walking around the facility, climbing stairs/ladders or kneeling for extended periods of time.
• Performing consistent repetitive tasks.
• Frequently lifting, pushing or carrying materials.

Anticipated Close Date: October 23, 2026

Location: Henning, Illinois

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.