General Production - Utility - 2nd shift

Conagra Brands; Fayetteville (AR); On-site; USD 40,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)/pension eligibility

Stock purchase plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Conagra Brands in Fayetteville, AR is seeking a 2nd shift machine operator to monitor and troubleshoot production equipment for continuous output. You will support line readiness, ensure product quality, and collaborate with multiple departments to meet demand.

This role involves physical work—lifting up to 40 lbs, possible forklift/power jack use, and adherence to food safety and OSHA standards. Overtime may be required.

Qualifications

• This is a physical position requiring repetitive manual tasks.
• Lifting boxes up to 40 pounds, stairs and overhead movement.
• Forklift and power jack experience preferred.
• Machine operator experience preferred.
• Noise, heat and safety PPE in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor production equipment to ensure continuous output.
• Supply lines and troubleshoot to maintain production flow and quality.
• Perform product checks and collaborate with departments to meet demand.
• Maintain a clean work area to uphold food safety and OSHA standards.
• Overtime may be required to meet production needs.

Job description

Shift: 4:30 PM-2:30 AM

Hourly Rate: $19.11 an hour + $1.00 shift differential

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

Shift: 2nd - scheduled hours are subject to change.

Starting Pay: $19.11/hour plus $1.00 shift differential

A Taste Of Your Responsibilities

• You will operate all different machines and equipment. Along with monitoring and troubleshooting the production equipment, you will be supplying the lines to ensure a continuous production flow. You will help to perform product checks to ensure quality for our consumers. You will collaborate with all departments to support production demand and maintain product quality standards. Cleanliness is important in our facilities. You will help maintain a clean work area to comply with food safety and OSHA requirements.

Ingredients Required For Your Success

• This is a physical position. You will be asked to do things like lifting boxes of up to 40 pounds, climbing stairs and using your hands to move things.
• Power jack and forklift experience preferred
• Machine operator experience preferred
• This is a manufacturing environment with large machinery and moving parts that can be noisy.
• Safety is important to us; we provide earplugs and other personal protective equipment.
• Overtime may be needed to ensure we fulfill 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.