Production Tech II - 1st Shift

conagrabrands; Centralia (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)/pension eligibility

Career development opportunities

Paid time off

Job summary

Conagra Brands in Centralia, Illinois is seeking a production operator to operate and support packaging, processing, sanitation, quality, and warehouse operations to meet daily goals. Shift spans 7:45 AM to 4:15 PM with an hourly rate of $21.25.

Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will help maintain throughput, product quality, and safety while driving continuous improvement and supporting cross-training with Line Leads across the plant.

Qualifications

• 1+ years' experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Commitment to workplace safety, quality standards, and continuous improvement.
• Flexibility to work overtime and weekends as business needs require.

Responsibilities

• Operate assigned production equipment and support packaging, processing, sanitation, quality, and warehouse operations to achieve daily production goals.
• Partner with Line Leads to support team cross-training, skill development, and operational flexibility.
• Follow all Job Element Sheets and SOPs while maintaining safety, quality, and productivity standards.
• Participate in cleaning, sanitation, and audit activities to ensure compliance with food safety, quality, and operational requirements.
• Communicate and collaborate with Line Leads, Maintenance, and other shifts to resolve equipment issues and drive plant performance.
• Complete additional duties, projects, and responsibilities as assigned by the Shift Supervisor or Operations Manager.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Safety mindset

Job description

Shift: 7:45 AM-4:15 PM

Hourly Rate: $21.25 an hour

Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will operate and support production packaging and processing equipment, sanitation and quality activities, and warehouse operations. You will help maintain throughput, product quality, and safety standards while supporting production goals and driving continuous improvement across the plant.

A Taste of Your Responsibilities

• Operate assigned production equipment and support packaging, processing, sanitation, quality, and warehouse operations to achieve daily production goals.
• Partner with Line Leads to support team cross-training, skill development, and operational flexibility.
• Follow all Job Element Sheets and standard operating procedures while maintaining safety, quality, and productivity standards.
• Participate in cleaning, sanitation, and audit activities to ensure compliance with food safety, quality, and operational requirements.
• Communicate and collaborate with Line Leads, Maintenance, and other shifts to resolve equipment issues, ensure effective handoffs, and drive plant performance.
• Complete additional duties, projects, and responsibilities as assigned by the Shift Supervisor or Operations Manager.

Ingredients Required for Your Success

• 1+ years' experience in a manufacturing environment
• Commitment to workplace safety, quality standards, and continuous improvement.
• Flexibility to work overtime and weekends as business needs require.

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.

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Anticipated Close Date: October 10, 2026

Location: Centralia, 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.