Machine Operator (Production Cook) - 1st shift

Conagra Brands; Kent (WA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Pension plan / 401(k)

Stock purchase plan

Career development

Paid time off

Volunteer opportunities

Job summary

Conagra Brands in Kent, WA is hiring a Production Cook (Machine Operator) for the 1st shift from 5:30 AM to 2:00 PM. You will prepare, monitor, and inspect baked goods, ensuring food safety, quality and production goals in an onsite manufacturing setting.

You will operate production equipment, follow recipes, record temperatures, and assist with quality checks. Overtime and weekend work is common, and familiarity with food safety practices is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience in food manufacturing or production preferred.
• Familiarity with machine operation and basic hand tools.
• Knowledge of food safety practices including HACCP/CCPs and GMPs.
• Comfort working with cleaning chemicals after training and validation.
• Strong attention to detail and quality.
• Must be able to work regular overtime and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook products according to established recipes and production specifications.
• Observe baked goods for color, appearance, and quality and remove non-conforming product from the line.
• Inspect products during production and report quality issues.
• Check and record temperatures for batter, egg wash, and other ingredients.
• Operate production equipment and use basic tools to make minor adjustments.
• Follow safety procedures and report food safety, quality, or equipment concerns.
• Complete required cleaning tasks and safely work with approved chemicals.
• Follow Critical Control Points, HACCP, and GMPs.
• Communicate issues and production concerns to the Production team leader.
• Support frequent overtime and weekend work.

Skills

Food manufacturing experience

Machine operation

Food safety practices

Cleaning chemicals handling

Attention to detail

Overtime and weekend work

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Basic hand tools

Job description

Shift: 5:30 AM-2:00 PM Hourly Rate: $26.00 an hour Reporting to the Production team leader, you will support 1st Shift operations as a Production Cook (Machine Operator) by preparing, monitoring, and inspecting baked goods while ensuring food safety, quality standards, and production goals are met in an onsite manufacturing environment.

A Taste of Your Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook products according to established recipes and production specifications.
• Observe baked goods for color, appearance, and quality and remove non‑conforming product from the line.
• Inspect products during production and report quality issues.
• Check and record temperatures for batter, egg wash, and other ingredients.
• Operate production equipment and use basic tools to make minor adjustments.
• Follow safety procedures and report food safety, quality, or equipment concerns.
• Complete required cleaning tasks and safely work with approved chemicals.
• Follow Critical Control Points, Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points, and Good Manufacturing Practices.
• Communicate issues and production concerns to the Production team leader.
• Support frequent overtime and weekend work, as this role has the highest overtime demand.

Ingredients Required for Your Success

• High school diploma or GED.
• Experience in food manufacturing or production preferred.
• Familiarity with machine operation and basic hand tools.
• Knowledge of food safety practices, including Critical Control Points, Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points, and Good Manufacturing Practices.
• Comfort working with cleaning chemicals after training and validation.
• Strong attention to detail and quality.
• Must be able to work regular overtime and weekends.

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: September 30, 2026 Location: Kent, Washington

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.

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.

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.