General Production - Blender II/Cook - 1st shift

Conagra Brands; Fayetteville (AR); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Stock purchase plan

Career development opportunities

Paid time off

Job summary

Conagra Brands in Fayetteville, AR is seeking a machine operator to monitor and troubleshoot production equipment, ensuring continuous output for Hungry Man, Gardein, Evol. Reporting to the Team Lead, you will join a team of over 500 associates.

This 1st shift role offers a 4-day schedule (Mon-Thu, occasional Friday), starting pay around $19.49/hour with opportunities to work overtime as needed. Health, retirement, and growth benefits accompany this position.

Qualifications

• Machine Operator experience preferred.
• Ability to perform physical work, including lifting boxes up to 40+ pounds, climbing stairs, and frequent use of hands and arms.
• Comfort working in a manufacturing environment with large machinery, moving parts, and noise.
• Commitment to safety — PPE is provided, including ear protection.
• Flexibility to work overtime as needed to meet production demand.

Responsibilities

• Operate a variety of production machines and equipment.
• Follow lock out tag out procedures
• Monitor and troubleshoot equipment issues to minimize downtime.
• Supply production lines to maintain continuous product flow.
• Perform product quality checks to ensure our products meet consumer and company standards.
• Collaborate with multiple departments to meet production goals.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area in compliance with food safety and OSHA requirements.

Skills

Machine Operator experience

Physical labor

Manufacturing environment

Job description

Shift: 5:30 AM-3:30 PM

Hourly Rate: $19.49 an hour

Do you have a taste for something big?

If you’re looking for the opportunity to reach your potential, consider Conagra Brands as your next career destination. At our Fayetteville, AR Conagra Plant, we're producing Hungry Man, Gardein, Evol Reporting to the Team Lead, you will monitor and troubleshoot the operation of production equipment to ensure continuous production. You will join a team of over 500 associates.

Schedule:

Monday - Thursday and occasional Friday's, as needed | 4-day work week. Schedule 5:30am – 3:30pm

Shift: 1st

Starting Pay: $19.49/hour

A Taste Of What You’ll Do

• Operate a variety of production machines and equipment.
• Follow lock out tag out procedures
• Monitor and troubleshoot equipment issues to minimize downtime.
• Supply production lines to maintain continuous product flow.
• Perform product quality checks to ensure our products meet consumer and company standards.
• Collaborate with multiple departments to meet production goals.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area in compliance with food safety and OSHA requirements.

Ingredients For Success

• Machine Operator experience preferred
• Ability to perform physical work, including lifting boxes up to 40+ pounds, climbing stairs, and frequent use of hands and arms.
• Comfort working in a manufacturing environment with large machinery, moving parts, and noise.
• Commitment to safety — PPE is provided, including ear protection.
• Flexibility to work overtime as needed to meet production demand.

Physical Requirements:

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

Anticipated Close Date: October 2, 2026

Location: Fayetteville, Arkansas

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.