Conagra Brands, Inc.

Food Research Technician II

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $42,000.00 - $55,000.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Wellness Incentive Program
Mental wellbeing support
Fitness Reimbursement
Bonus incentive opportunity
Matching 401(k)
stock purchase plan
Career development opportunities
Employee Resource Groups
On-demand learning
Tuition Reimbursement
Paid-time off
Parental leave
Flexible work schedules
volunteer opportunities

Job Description

Conagra Brands is a leading food company with a rich heritage of creating high-quality and innovative food products. With a presence in over 40 locations and a team exceeding 18,000 employees, Conagra is committed to fostering an inclusive, energized, and impactful work culture. The company is renowned for its iconic brands such as Birds Eye, Slim Jim, and Reddi-Wip, reflecting its dedication to excellence and innovation in the food industry. Conagra prioritizes not only the quality of its food but also the well-being of its employees, communities, and the environment. This commitment extends into creating opportunities for growth and career... Show More

Job Requirements

  • High School diploma or GED
  • 2 years work experience in a food or lab environment
  • basic knowledge of food safety practices
  • demonstrated ability to communicate well follow directions and effectively collaborate with others
  • willingness to taste a wide variety of food products for evaluation purposes
  • ability to learn and independently operate specialized lab equipment
  • knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
  • ability to lift 40 plus pounds on a regular basis
  • ability to stand continuously for up to 4 hours
  • ability to operate and move freely around manufacturing equipment
  • exposure to manufacturing environments with loud noise heat cold wet and slippery conditions and exposure to all food allergens
  • must be onsite 5 days a week

Job Qualifications

  • High School diploma or GED
  • 2 years work experience in a food or lab environment
  • basic knowledge of food safety practices
  • demonstrated ability to communicate well follow directions and effectively collaborate with others
  • willingness to taste a wide variety of food products for evaluation purposes
  • ability to learn and independently operate specialized lab equipment
  • knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite

Job Duties

  • Conduct bench top and pilot plant testing
  • set up operate disassemble sanitize and reassemble lab and pilot plant equipment
  • prepare for plant and production testing in collaboration with Food Scientists and Pilot Plant staff
  • acquire necessary ingredients and supplies in advance for specific testing
  • assist in managing the shipments of product and ingredients to various production facilities and suppliers
  • plan for multiple testing sequences and various weighing components
  • execute experiments using recognized procedures
  • manage purchase orders for the Grocery team on test ingredients and misc supplies
  • assist Food Scientists as needed in sample preparation and set up for meetings
  • learn and utilize on-line specification system and maintain accurate and complete records
  • general lab upkeep cleaning duties and warehouse inventory management

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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