Machine Operator (6a-2p)

Conagra Brands; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food company is hiring a Machine Operator at their Louisville facility to produce various baked goods. The role involves operating machinery, ensuring safety and product quality, and complying with manufacturing practices. The company offers competitive pay, benefits, and a supportive work environment committed to inclusivity and innovation.

Benefits

Health insurance

401(k) and pension eligibility

Paid time off

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience preferred.
• Knowledge of GMPs and safety regulations ideal.
• Ability to understand basic machine operations.

Responsibilities

• Operate different machines and equipment while prioritizing safety.
• Complete quality checks and engage with production supervisors.
• Conduct cleaning and preventative maintenance responsibilities.

Skills

Knowledge of GMPs

Safety Compliance

Basic Machine Operations

Job description

1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicants

Shift: 6:00 AM-2:00 PM

Hourly Rate: $22.45 an hour + $0.25 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 Conagra, we're known for iconic brands like Reddi-wip, Slim Jim, Angie's BOOMCHICKPOP, Chef Boyardee, Swiss Miss and more!

We are hiring for a Machine Operator to help produce biscuits, hotcakes, and McGriddles at our Louisville, KY facility. You will report to the department Team Lead.

• 1st Shift 6a-2p
• Location: Onsite at our Louisville, KY plant
• Hourly Rate: $22.45 +0.25 overtime as scheduled (daily and weekend)
  
  
  

You Will

A Day in the Life of a Machine Operator:

• You will operate all different machines and equipment. Prioritize safety above all else
• Complete quality checks and documentation observing standard work. Operate equipment within Quality expectations to include code dates, packaging materials, product standard, metal detector checks.
• Work with Quality, Production Supervisors and Coordinators to support production demand and maintain product quality standards.
• Read and interpret documents, including safety rules, operating instructions, maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices, Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Requirements & Conagra's policies
• Awareness of food safety risks and escalates found risks to lead/supervisor.
• Perform all assigned cleaning and preventative maintenance responsibilities
  
  
  

You Have

• 1+ years of experience - ideal
• Knowledge of GMPs and safety - ideal
• The ability to understand the basic machine operations and settings
• Physical-Lifting and Carrying: negligible pounds occasionally up to 25 pounds, and occasionally up to 50 pounds to pull or lay objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position to position requiring the use of upper extremities and back muscles.
• Push or Pulling: using extremities to exert force to push, pull, draw, drag, haul, or tug objects exerting a negligible amount of force always, up to 10 pounds frequently.
  
  
  

Anticipated Close Date: August 1, 2025

Location: Louisville, Kentucky

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.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Food and Beverage Services and Food and Beverage Manufacturing

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