Job Summary

The Employee Measures Ingredients, Puts Ingredients Into Batch Vats And Mixes Ingredients That Are Supplied To The Production Lines. Performs Analysis On In-Process And Finished Products And R&D Samples To Ensure Specifications Are Met.  Makes Accept/Reject Decision On Incoming Raw Materials And Pre-Shipment Samples Based On Pre-Established Criteria.  Places Defective Product On Hold In Accordance With Hold Procedures.  Resolves And Reports Defect Issues.  Interacts With Other Departments To Communicate Testing Results.  They Will Also Drive A  Forklift To Move Materials And Load/Unload Trucks, Recharges Batteries On The Forklift And Use Other Material Movers As Needed.  In Event Of This Person Absence, Coverage Will Be Provided.

Position Responsibilities

• Mixes "slurries" required for all popcorn lines, maintaining a satisfactory quality standard and the timely transfer of slurry to appropriate holding tanks
• Prepares and maintains production records as required
• Unloads oil tankers
• Performs all quality assurance checks including but not limited to inspecting the lines during pre-operations time periods, taking sauce samples for microbial testing, sampling components, and recoding accurate information on all required forms
• Performs product/component hold duties in accordance with company policy
• Expected ownership of the environmental sampling and daily swabbing programs
• Operates power forklift equipment in a safe manner while unloading incoming materials from trailers in warehouse area, move materials to production area, remove finished goods stacked on pallets to shipping dock and load trailers
• Prepares paperwork required to record incoming materials and finished goods shipped
• Responsible for maintaining food safety and quality
• All other duties as assigned

Position Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and one year forklift operating experience in a production and/or distribution center
• Ability to read and write English for comprehension of instructions and documentation
• Previous experience in operating forklifts and power equipment
• Responsible for maintaining food safety and quality
• Lift/carry and push/pull up to 55 pounds
• Ability to follow formula standards and specifications
• Some mechanical aptitude/ability
• Basic math skills of addition, subtraction, multiplication, division and percentages
• Ability to interpret graphs
• Ability to carry out instructions in written, oral or diagram form
• Ability to read measurements/rules
• Previous manufacturing/production experience is preferred
• Computer experience or the ability to learn quickly
• Ability to problem solve when production/maintenance issues arise
• Ability to work with minimal direct supervision
• Ability to work the scheduled/assigned times and required overtime for position
• Regular attendance to ensure production goals requirements are met

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 salaries, matching 401(k) and stock purchase plan
• Growth: online courses, virtual and classroom development experiences
• Balance: paid-time off , flexible work-schedules (subject to your location and role)

Our Company:

Conagra Brands is one of North America's leading branded food companies. We have a rich heritage of making great food, and a team that’s passionate about innovation and growth. Conagra offers choices for every occasion through iconic brands, such as Birds Eye®, Marie Callender's®, Banquet®, Healthy Choice®, Slim Jim®, Reddi-wip®, and Vlasic®, and emerging brands, including Angie's® BOOMCHICKAPOP®, Duke's®, Earth Balance®, Gardein®, and Frontera®.

We pride ourselves on having the most impactful, energized and inclusive culture in the food industry. For more information, visit www.conagrabrands.com.

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. â€‹