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Conagra Brands · Onsite · Lincoln, Nebraska
Shift: 3:00 PM-11:00 PM

Hourly Rate: $23.03 an hour + $1.00 shift differential

Do you have a taste for something big? If you're looking for the opportunity to reach your potential, consider Conagra Brands as your next career destination. At Conagra, we're known for iconic brands like Reddi-wip, Slim Jim, Angie's BOOMCHICKAPOP, Swiss Miss and more!


Hourly Rate: $23.03 an hour + $1.00 shift premium; $24.49 + $1.00 shift premium after 90 days.


Reporting to the shift Team Leader, you will operate and monitor packaging equipment to safely produce high‑quality ready‑to‑eat popcorn products at our Lincoln, Nebraska facility. You will contribute to continuous improvement efforts, support food safety and quality standards, and help maintain a clean, efficient production environment.

A Taste of Your Responsibilities

  • Prioritize safety while operating and monitoring packaging machines to deliver quality products to customers
  • Inspect packaging materials to confirm proper forming and sealing and monitor equipment to prevent line jams
  • Document quality and production results, including code dates, material usage, and metal detection checks
  • Read and interpret safety rules, operating instructions, maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
  • Participate in ongoing improvement efforts to enhance efficiency across the production line
  • Support equipment sanitation and maintain a clean, organized work environment

Ingredients Required for Your Success

  • High school diploma or GED
  • One year of experience in a manufacturing environment
  • Understanding of basic machine operations and equipment settings

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: November 29, 2026

Location: Lincoln, Nebraska

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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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'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 qu

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