Production Specialist - 1st Shift

Conagra Brands; United States; On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Retirement plan

Stock purchase plan

Career development

Paid time off

Job summary

Conagra Brands at the Henning, Illinois plant is hiring for a 1st shift Production Operator. The role supports continuous production by monitoring and troubleshooting production equipment and supplying lines to keep operations flowing. You will work with a team of over 150 associates.

The position is on-site with a Monday–Friday schedule, starting pay at $21.14 per hour. Overtime may be required and safety PPE is provided to maintain quality and OSHA compliance.

Qualifications

• This is a physical position requiring lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Manufacturing environment with loud machinery and PPE provided.
• Overtime may be required to meet production demand.

Responsibilities

• Operate all types of machines and equipment to keep lines running.
• Conduct product checks to ensure quality for consumers.
• Collaborate with departments to meet production demand and maintain quality.
• Maintain a clean work area to comply with food safety and OSHA requirements.

Skills

Machine operation

Troubleshooting

Quality checks

Team collaboration

Safety compliance

Tools

Production equipment

Job description

Shift and Schedule

Shift: 5:00 AM-5:15 PM

Hourly Rate: $0.00 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 Henning Conagra Plant, we're producing PAM cooking spray.

Reporting to the Production Team Lead, you will monitor and troubleshoot the operation of production equipment to ensure continuous production. You will join a team of over 150 associates.

Schedule

Monday-Friday, 5:00am - 5:15pm

Shift

1st Shift

Starting Pay

$21.14

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 50 pounds, climbing stairs and using your hands to move things.
• 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.

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Anticipated Close Date: October 9, 2026

Location: Henning, Illinois

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.