Shift: various start times-various end timesHourly Rate: $22.17 an hour + $2nd shift .45 - 3rd shift $1.00 shift differential

Reporting to a Production Team Leader, you will operate and support production equipment at our Fort Madison, Iowa manufacturing facility. You will join a team of approximately 400 associates and help ensure the safe, efficient production of quality products.

This is a 2nd shift position located at 2467 Henry Ladyn Dr., Fort Madison, IA.

Starting pay is $22.17 per hour, with a .45 per hour 2nd shift differential.

NOTE: Associates may progress to $25.44 per hour upon successful completion of Level 1 requirements and $28.18 per hour upon successful completion of Level 2 requirements.

A Taste of Your Responsibilities:

Operate production equipment and perform routine equipment inspections.
Troubleshoot equipment issues and support continuous production operations.
Perform product quality checks to ensure products meet established standards.
Support process improvements that increase production efficiency and effectiveness.
Maintain equipment sanitation and a clean work environment while supporting food safety and OSHA requirements.
Collaborate with team members and other departments to meet production goals.

Ingredients Required for Your Success:

High school diploma or GED preferred
Experience working in a manufacturing environment preferred
Machine operator experience preferred
Demonstrated commitment to safety, quality, and teamwork.
Willingness to work overtime as needed to support production requirements.

Physical Requirements:

Depending on the role, physical and environmental requirements may vary but can 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. Also be aware that in a manufacturing environment, the noise levels can be high, and temperatures may vary. More information on the essential tasks and facility will be shared during the hiring process.

Anticipated Close Date: November 17, 2026Location: 2467 Fort Madison IA

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.

About the company

Conagra Brands is a major U.S. food company that makes, markets, and sells branded packaged foods. Its products span frozen meals, snacks, condiments, and pantry staples under well-known labels such as Birds Eye and Duncan Hines, distributed through retailers nationwide. The company creates and distributes these products through large-scale manufacturing and branding efforts, often coordinating multiple branded lines in grocery stores and mass retailers. It differentiates itself through a long history of strategic acquisitions that built a diverse portfolio of consumer brands, and by focusing on its branded foods after spinning off its Lamb Weston potato business. Conagra’s goal is to be a leading, widespread provider of convenient, high-quality branded foods, growing through its portfolio, scale, and acquisitions to reach more consumers and markets.

Company Size

N/A

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

Chicago, Illinois

Founded

1919

Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

September 30, 2026 Q1 sales hit $2.6 billion, and adjusted EPS reached 41 cents.
August 2026 Peanuts partnerships extend Duncan Hines and Swiss Miss holiday shelf appeal.
Foodservice sales rose 3.2%, and Ardent Mills earnings jumped 72% in Q1.

What critics are saying

Q1 2026 organic sales fell 1.1%, while volumes dropped 2.1% again.
Conagra cut its dividend in July 2026 and reviews non-core assets for divestiture.
Six straight years of volume declines make a 2027 breakup sale plausible.

What makes Conagra Brands unique

Conagra owns Birds Eye, Duncan Hines, Healthy Choice, Slim Jim, and Swiss Miss.
Ardent Mills equity income diversifies Conagra beyond branded packaged foods.
John Brase's 2026 reorganization simplifies reporting lines across core business units.

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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Company Match
401(k) Retirement Plan
Company Equity
Paid Vacation
Flexible Work Hours
Mental Health Support
Wellness Program

Company News

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Oct 26th, 2026

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Conagra plans to sell or close Dresden tomato processing plant. October 26, 2026 Conagra Brands has confirmed that the company plans to sell its Dresden, Ontario facility or close it in 2027. "After a careful review, Conagra has made the decision to close or sell its facility in Dresden, Ontario, and the associated brands and private label business," says Dan Hare, spokesperson, Conagra. "Conagra is currently in discussions with Highbury Canco about a potential transaction to sell the business. If an agreement to sell the business is not completed, then Conagra will close the facility in mid- to late 2027." The region of Chatham-Kent accounts for about 55 per cent of Ontario's processing tomato production according to the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Agribusiness. That translates to about 6,750 to 7,110 acres. The adjoining county of Essex accounts for the remainder of production. According to the Ontario Processing Vegetable Growers, the processing tomato sector had a farmgate value of $99,959 million in 2025. There were 633,515 tons contracted compared to 571,560 in 2026.

Yahoo Finance

Oct 11th, 2026

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Oct 8th, 2026

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Celeste Pizza is being discontinued as Conagra cuts struggling brands. Conagra has stopped producing Celeste Pizza as part of its mission to cut unprofitable brands and simplify its food portfolio. 8 October 2026, 03:45 AM Celeste Pizza is disappearing from grocery store freezers after parent company Conagra Brands confirmed that it stopped producing the decades-old frozen pizza line. Shoppers may still be able to find Celeste products while retailers work through their remaining inventory, but Conagra says no additional pizzas are being made. Once existing supplies are sold, the products are expected to disappear from shelves. Why is Celeste Pizza being discontinued? The decision forms part of a plan by Conagra to simplify its portfolio and eliminate smaller brands and products that are delivering weak returns. Conagra CEO John Brase discussed Celeste during the company's fiscal first-quarter 2027 earnings update on Sept. 30, and identified the pizza brand as one of the businesses where the company does not see enough future potential to justify continued investment. Exiting Celeste reduced Conagra's first-quarter sales by about 15 basis points, although the company expects the move to improve profit margins over time. Celeste may also be only the beginning. Conagra is reviewing other brands and individual products as it looks to reduce complexity in its operations. The company currently has more than 400 single-serve meal SKUs, and management believes that assortment can become much smaller and more productive. Conagra battles falling sales. The portfolio shake-up comes as Conagra deals with weaker consumer demand and pressure across its frozen food business. The company reported fiscal first-quarter net sales of roughly $2.6 billion, down 1.4% from a year earlier, while organic net sales slipped 1.1%. However, adjusted earnings came in ahead of expectations at $0.41 per share. Fiscal Q1 2027 earnings highlights Conagra maintained its fiscal 2027 forecast for organic sales to decline between 1% and 3%. For Celeste fans, however, the financial restructuring means the end of a brand that has been sold for decades. The pizza traces its roots to Celeste "Mama" Lizio's Chicago-area food business, which was sold to Quaker Oats in 1969. The decision has already prompted nostalgic reactions online from customers remembering Celeste as an inexpensive childhood freezer staple. Unless Conagra changes course or sells the brand, the pizzas will be gone once the remaining inventory runs out. Kraken Crypto Exchange. Best Crypto Exchange with Strongest Security * Trade over 600 different cryptocurrencies on spot and futures markets. * Grow your crypto holdings passively through staking with no lock-up periods. * Big selection of supported currencies and deposit options including bank transfers, PayPal, debit cards and more. * Operating since 2013 with the highest security standards, never suffered a hack. Cryptocurrency trading involves substantial risk, including the possible loss of principal. Digital asset markets are volatile and may not be suitable for all investors. Nothing herein constitutes investment, legal, or financial advice. ENRICH your inbox with its best stories. Danielle Walgenbach Danielle is a journalist covering cryptocurrency and financial markets. With more than four years of reporting experience, she specializes in breaking down complex financial and economic topics into clear, well-researched stories.

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