Production Specialist - Nights
Conagra Brands · North Mankato, MN
- Level
- Specialist
- Team
- Production
- Industry
- Food & beverage
- Posted
- Yesterday
The role in 30 seconds
A specialist production role at Conagra Brands (food & beverage) in North Mankato, MN. Maintain a clean and organized production area to promote a safe work environment.
- Tools it names
- Packaging lines
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From the plant jobs report · week of October 26, 2026
Production Engineer roles in Minnesota: typical posted base $118k–$195k.
Median of the low and high ends of 14 live postings that list pay, out of 22 production engineer openings in Minnesota, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 21 other live production postings in Minnesota.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- Not stated
Typical $105k–$150k, from 10 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 8+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Team leadership 64%
- Lean 41%
- EHS / safety 32%
- Six Sigma 23%
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Stands out: this posting asks for Packaging lines, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
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This plant: Conagra Brands in North Mankato
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- Production Specialist - Days · Production · Specialist
Full description from Conagra BrandsAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
requirements
at our North Mankato, Minnesota facility. This is a non-seasonal, full-time, year-round position with holiday pay, 401K, medical, prescription, dental and vision benefits.
A Taste of Your
Responsibilities
- ◆Maintain a clean and organized production area to promote a safe work environment.
- ◆Follow processing specifications for varying products and materials.
- ◆Inspect products and remove defective product from the production and packaging line.
- ◆Clean and sanitize production equipment as necessary.
- ◆Identify and set up the correct raw materials, recipes and utensils for each product.
- ◆Complete exact measurements according to recipes to ensure product standards are met.
- ◆Operate multiple electric kettles simultaneously.
- ◆Remove popped corn from kettles and dispense it into bins.
- ◆Assemble corrugate items into cases or displays, package bags and palletize finished products according to specifications.
- ◆Operate pallet jacks and electric pallet wrappers.
Ingredients Required for Your Success
- ✓Follow established recipes, processing specifications and product standards.
- ✓Maintain food safety, quality and sanitation standards.
- ✓Work safely in a manufacturing environment while supporting production and packaging activities.
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
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Shift: 6:00 PM-6:00 AM
Hourly Rate: $20.85 an hour + $1.50 shift differential
Reporting to the Production Supervisor, you will safely process and package food that meets food safety and quality
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.
Anticipated Close Date: November 15, 2026
Location: North Mankato, Minnesota
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.