Machine Operator - 3rd Shift at Conagra

Shift: 11:00 PM-7:30 AM

Hourly Rate: $20.58 an hour + $.85 shift differential

Reporting to the Team Leader, you will support production operations within the Syrup, Sauce, and Dressing departments at our St. Elmo, Illinois manufacturing plant. You will be trained on assigned positions and are expected to understand and perform all job responsibilities to support safe, efficient, and high-quality production in a team-based manufacturing environment.

A Taste of Your Responsibilities

• Comply with all company policies related to safety, quality, food safety, and productivity
• Monitor and operate assigned processing and packaging equipment
• Complete required checks, documentation, and data entry accurately and legibly
• Supply production lines with raw materials, cartons, bottles, ingredients, and other operating supplies
• Ensure proper first in, first out rotation of materials
• Perform equipment changeovers
• Complete all responsibilities of the assigned position, including trash removal and sanitation activities as requested
• Work collaboratively with others and contribute to a positive team environment

Ingredients Required for Your Success

• High school diploma or GED
• 1+ years of machine troubleshooting experience
• Experience reading, writing, and maintaining accurate and legible production documentation
• Basic computer proficiency to support job-related documentation and data entry
• Willingness to work overtime as required

Anticipated Close Date: June 26, 2026

Location: Saint Elmo, Illinois

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.