Shift: 7:00 AM-7:00 PM
Hourly Rate: $22.50 an hour
Conagra Brands is looking for Production Operator to join our growing team! You will operate and monitor the packaging machines on the production lines and perform periodic checks to ensure quality standards and trouble shoot light mechanical problems. You will work onsite at our plant in Rensselaer, Indiana and report to a Team Lead. Known as "The Popcorn Plant", our Rensselaer Plant produces Orville Redenbacher Popcorn and Act II Popcorn for consumers across the world!
Starting Pay: $22.50/hour
Benefits available on Day 1
Schedule:
3-2-2 schedule | 12 hour shifts 7-7 | Rotate days to nights every 4 months
Location: Located at 750 E Drexel Pkwy, Rensselaer, IN 47978.
Essential Functions:
Operate and stock packaging machines.
Verify manufacturing process and quality standards
Trouble shoot packaging machine problems.
Maintain required production and quality documentation.
Complies with safety rules and regulations
Cooperates / assists co-workers as required.
Education and Experience:
High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
1 year of experience in a manufacturing facility
Qualifications:
Basic to moderate computer and iPad skills.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Basic mathematical skills such as measuring, averaging, and ranges
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
Must be able to read and write English.
Work Environment Requirements:
You will work in a manufacturing environment with varying conditions including noise, hot, cold, and dust.
To perform this job, you will perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
We require applicants for this role to be legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring employer sponsorship either now or in the future.
Anticipated Close Date: July 3, 2026
Location: Rensselaer, Indiana
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.
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