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Machine Operator (Production Cook) - 1st shift

Conagra Brands Kent, WA

Machine Operator (Production Cook) - 1st shift

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Shift: 5:30 AM-2:00 PM

Hourly Rate: $26.00 an hour

Reporting to the Production team leader, you will support 1st Shift operations as a Production Cook (Machine Operator) by preparing, monitoring, and inspecting baked goods while ensuring food safety, quality standards, and production goals are met in an onsite manufacturing environment.

A Taste of Your Responsibilities

  • Prepare and cook products according to established recipes and production specifications.
  • Observe baked goods for color, appearance, and quality and remove non‑conforming product from the line.
  • Inspect products during production and report quality issues.
  • Check and record temperatures for batter, egg wash, and other ingredients.
  • Operate production equipment and use basic tools to make minor adjustments.
  • Follow safety procedures and report food safety, quality, or equipment concerns.
  • Complete required cleaning tasks and safely work with approved chemicals.
  • Follow Critical Control Points, Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points, and Good Manufacturing Practices.
  • Communicate issues and production concerns to the Production team leader.
  • Support frequent overtime and weekend work, as this role has the highest overtime demand.


Ingredients Required for Your Success

  • High school diploma or GED.
  • Experience in food manufacturing or production preferred.
  • Familiarity with machine operation and basic hand tools.
  • Knowledge of food safety practices, including Critical Control Points, Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points, and Good Manufacturing Practices.
  • Comfort working with cleaning chemicals after training and validation.
  • Strong attention to detail and quality.
  • Must be able to work regular overtime and weekends


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.


Anticipated Close Date: July 30, 2026

Location: Kent, Washington

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.

  • Seniority level

    Not Applicable

  • Employment type

    Full-time

  • Job function

    Management and Manufacturing

  • Industries

    Food and Beverage Services and Food and Beverage Manufacturing

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