Line Operator - 1st Shift

conagrabrands; Hagerstown (MD); On-site; USD 29,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)/pension eligibility

Career development opportunities

Paid time off

Job summary

Conagra Brands is seeking a Line Operator in Hagerstown, MD to support daily production in a team-focused, onsite environment. You will operate line equipment, assist with packaging, monitor performance, and participate in changeovers and sanitation while upholding high safety and quality standards.

The role requires teamwork, attention to detail, and effective communication in a fast-paced setting. A high school diploma or GED is required.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a production, manufacturing, or similar environment.
• Commitment to teamwork and willingness to support others on the line.
• Strong attention to detail and a focus on safe work practices.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with repetitive tasks.
• Effective communication skills to coordinate with team members and leadership.
• High school diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• Operate production line equipment according to established processes to maintain consistent output.
• Assist the production line with bagging and packaging finished products to ensure efficiency and accuracy.
• Monitor line performance and communicate promptly with teammates and the Production Team Leader to address issues.
• Support line changeovers, sanitation steps, and set-up tasks to keep workflows running smoothly.
• Perform quality checks and document findings to support product standards.
• Partner with your team to keep the work area clean, organized, and safe.
• Follow company policies, safety procedures, and food safety standards at all times.
• Collaborate closely with peers to foster an environment built on shared goals and mutual support.

Skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Adaptability to fast-paced environment

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Line Operator

Shift: 6:30 AM-3:30 PM

Hourly Rate: $21.03 an hour

Reporting to the Production Team Leader, you will support daily production activities in our onsite environment while contributing to a strong culture of teamwork. You will help maintain safe, consistent, and high-quality operations so that our team can deliver products our customers count on.

A Taste of Your Responsibilities

• Operate production line equipment according to established processes to maintain consistent output.
• Assist the production line with bagging and packaging finished products to ensure efficiency and accuracy.
• Monitor line performance and communicate promptly with teammates and the Production Team Leader to address issues.
• Support line changeovers, sanitation steps, and set-up tasks to keep workflows running smoothly.
• Perform quality checks and document findings to support product standards.
• Partner with your team to keep the work area clean, organized, and safe.
• Follow company policies, safety procedures, and food safety standards at all times.
• Collaborate closely with peers to foster an environment built on shared goals and mutual support.

Ingredients Required for Your Success

• Experience working in a production, manufacturing, or similar environment.
• Commitment to teamwork and willingness to support others on the line.
• Strong attention to detail and a focus on safe work practices.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with repetitive tasks.
• Effective communication skills to coordinate with team members and leadership.
• High school diploma or GED.

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: August 21, 2026

Location: Hagerstown, Maryland

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: 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.