Production Specialist (3rd Shift)
Shift: 10:00 PM–6:00 AM • Hourly Rate: $20.17 + $1.50 shift differential • Location: Darien, Wisconsin
About the role
Reporting to Production Supervisors, you will work on-site at one of Conagra Brands’ largest manufacturing facilities, supporting production operations and helping ensure product quality, packaging compliance, and adherence to safety and food-handling standards. You will contribute to a fast-paced manufacturing environment through attention to detail, teamwork, and a commitment to continuous improvement.
Responsibilities
- Develop a working knowledge of production schedules and follow schedule instructions.
- Form and assemble cases to meet production requirements and specifications.
- Monitor auto-filled bags or trays for required fill weight, back seal, end seal, label placement, date code, and label accuracy.
- Report deviations from product requirements to operators or supervisors and ensure cases enter the case sealer correctly.
- Visually inspect products and ingredients for blemishes, flaws, extraneous material, or discoloration.
- Stop production and report serious deviations from requirements or equipment malfunctions.
- Maintain housekeeping standards within the work area.
- Assist operators with start-up, production, changeover, and shutdown activities.
- Perform other duties assigned by management.
Requirements
- Meet the physical requirements required to safely perform all job duties.
- Demonstrate effective communication skills.
- Learn and follow food handling and packaging practices.
- Learn and follow safe working practices.
- Learn and follow Good Manufacturing Practices.
- Work effectively as part of a production team.
- Maintain reliable and consistent attendance.
- Demonstrate strong attention to detail and job responsibilities.
- Work accurately with minimal supervision.
Physical Requirements
In a manufacturing environment, noise levels can be high and temperatures may vary. Depending on the role, physical and environmental requirements include:
- Being on your feet, walking around the facility, climbing stairs/ladders, or kneeling for extended periods.
- Performing consistent repetitive tasks.
- Frequently lifting, pushing, or carrying materials.
Benefits
- Health: Medical, dental, and vision insurance; company-paid life, accident, and disability insurance.
- Wealth: Competitive 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.
About Conagra Brands
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 build 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.