Forklift Operator 1st Shift
- Location
- Henning, Illinois
- Work mode
- On-site
- Employment type
- Full-time
About the job
Shift: 5:00 AM-5:15 PM
Hourly Rate: $22.31 an hour + $0.00 shift differential
Forklift Operator - 1st Shift 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 our Henning Conagra Plant, we're producing PAM cooking spray, a foundation for cooking, baking, and grilling delicious meals. Reporting to the Team Lead Warehouse, you will stage, maintain, and move raw materials and finished goods throughout the warehouse. You will join a team of approximately 200 associates. What Impact Will You Have on Our Business?
• Complete daily forklift inspections and manage the unloading and staging of raw materials.
- Complete daily forklift inspections and manage the unloading and staging of raw materials.
- Prepare production runs by retrieving raw materials through the barcode inventory system and creating accurate pallet tags for each pallet.
- Handle finished goods by moving products into warehouse inventory and ensuring accurate product placement through the barcode system.
- Verify shipment staging, bill accuracy, lot codes, and product information before shipment.
- Maintain a clean and organized work area to support food safety standards and OSHA requirements.
• High school diploma or GED.
- High school diploma or GED.
- Previous forklift experience.
- Willingness to work overtime as needed to meet production demands.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to workplace safety.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• This position requires lifting up to 50 pounds, climbing stairs, frequent use of hands, and bending or kneeling throughout the shift.
- This position requires lifting up to 50 pounds, climbing stairs, frequent use of hands, and bending or kneeling throughout the shift.
- Manufacturing environments contain large machinery and moving equipment and may be noisy. Personal protective equipment, including hearing protection, is provided.
- 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 28, 2026
Location: Henning, Illinois
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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Posted 14 Oct 2026 · checked 30 Oct 2026 · Report this job