Production Specialist 3rd shift (10pm to 6am)
Conagra Brands · Darien, WI
- Level
- Specialist
- Team
- Production
- Industry
- Food & beverage
- Posted
- 6 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A specialist production role at Conagra Brands (food & beverage) in Darien, WI. Develop a working knowledge of production schedules and learn to read and follow schedule instructions.
- Tools it names
- FDA / GMP
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From the plant jobs report · week of October 19, 2026
Production Engineer roles in Wisconsin: typical posted base $109k–$174k.
Median of the low and high ends of 5 live postings that list pay, out of 12 production engineer openings in Wisconsin, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 11 other live production postings in Wisconsin.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- Not stated
Typical $109k–$174k, from 5 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 10+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Team leadership 50%
- Lean 42%
- EHS / safety 33%
- Root cause 33%
- ✓ FDA / GMP 25%
- Union environment 25%
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This plant: Conagra Brands in Darien
5 other open roles at this site · 4 people we found in production roles at Conagra Brands.
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- Plant Engineering Manager · Production · Manager
- Plant Continuous Improvement Manager · Lean / CI · Manager
- Maintenance Mechanic · Reliability · Technician
- Production Supervisor - Night Shift · Production · Supervisor
Full description from Conagra BrandsAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Key Responsibilities
- ◆Develop a working knowledge of production schedules and learn to read 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. Ensure cases enter the case sealer correctly.
- ✓Visually inspect products and ingredients for blemishes, flaws, extraneous material, or discoloration.
- ✓Stop production and report any serious deviation from
requirements
or equipment malfunction.
- ✓Maintain housekeeping in the work area.
- ✓Assist operators with start-up, production, changeover, and shutdown activities.
- ✓Perform other duties as assigned by management.
Qualifications
- ✓Ability to meet physical
requirements
to perform all duties safely.
- ✓Effective communication skills to perform all duties.
- ✓Willingness to learn and follow:
- ✓Food handling and packaging practices
- ✓Safe working practices
- ✓Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
- ✓Ability to work well as part of a production team.
- ✓Reliable and consistent attendance with strong attention to duties.
- ✓Ability to work accurately with minimal supervision.
Anticipated Close Date: October 30, 2026
Location: Darien, Wisconsin
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
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Shift: 10:00 PM-6:00 AM
Hourly Rate: $20.17 an hour + $1.50 shift differential
Shift 10pm to 6am
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. Conagra Brands in Darien, WI a local supplier of Birds Eye products, is seeking qualified individuals to fill a Production Specialist role in the production department for 3rd shift. Reporting to Production Supervisors, you will work on-site at one of Conagra's largest manufacturing facilities with over 800 employees.
As a Production Specialist , you will play a key role in supporting production operations by ensuring product quality, packaging compliance, and adherence to safety and food handling standards. This position requires attention to detail, the ability to work in a fast-paced environment, and a commitment to teamwork and continuous improvement.
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.