Production Line Lead - 3rd shift

Shift: 11:45 PM – 8:15 AM,
Hourly Rate: $23.00 an hour + $1.00 shift differential. Reporting to the Shift Supervisor, you will lead daily line production activities on your assigned line to achieve safety, quality, production, and efficiency goals during overnight operations.

Location: Centralia, Illinois

Anticipated Close Date: August 21, 2026

• Lead daily line production activities to achieve safety, quality, and efficiency goals.
• Coordinate and direct line operators throughout the shift to ensure smooth performance and continuity.
• Monitor line performance, identify issues, and assist in troubleshooting equipment and processes.
• Partner with Maintenance, Quality, and Operations teams to identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, Good Manufacturing Practices, sanitation, and quality standards.
• Verify production records, quality checks, and documentation are completed accurately and on time.
• Promote a strong safety culture, ensuring adherence to safety procedures including machine guarding, lockout/tagout, fall protection, and safe work practices.
• Assist with shift start‑up meetings and communicate production priorities, expectations, and performance metrics.
• Train, coach, and develop production employees to improve performance and support workforce development.
• Monitor employee performance and adherence to company policies and procedures.
• Update and maintain safety, quality, delivery, and cost boards and performance tracking tools.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement, waste reduction, and operational efficiencies.
• Lead product changeovers, line startups, and process improvements.
• Support staffing needs by coordinating assignments and ensuring proper line coverage.
• Serve as a resource for employees by addressing questions and resolving operational challenges.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

• High School diploma or GED.
• 2+ years experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Knowledge of food safety and Good Manufacturing Practices preferred.
• Willingness to work overnight shifts and weekends as required.

More information will be provided during the hiring process. In a manufacturing environment, expect high noise levels and variable temperatures. Physical and environmental requirements may include: standing and walking around the facility, climbing stairs/ladders or kneeling for extended periods, performing consistent repetitive tasks, frequently lifting, pushing or carrying materials.

• 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.

At Conagra Brands, we have a rich heritage of making great food and aspire to have the most impactful, energized and inclusive culture in food. With over 18,000 employees across 40+ locations, we empower our team to reach their potential, make an impact, and own their careers. We build champions – within our people and our iconic brands such as Birds Eye®, Slim Jim®, and Reddi‑Wip® – and are committed to innovation, community impact, and sustainability.

Conagra Brands is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, ethnicity or national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, pregnancy, leave status, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by national, federal, state or local law. Reasonable accommodation may be made upon request.