Conagra Brands

Capper Operator

Imlay City, Michigan Full time
Shift: 5:45 AM-2:15 PM

Hourly Rate: $20.74 an hour

You will work onsite at Conagra's Imlay City, Michigan, facility, home of Vlasic brand pickles, peppers and relish. The Capper Operator operates the briner/filler and the jar capping machine. You will monitor machine performance including the low vacuum and dud detector. You will start the equipment, clear misfeeds, and restart the machine. You will perform routine quality verifications observing standard work.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Capper Operator is responsible for operation of both the capper and briner, while monitoring the performance of the low vacuum dud detector. You will work together with Production Leads and Team Leads to achieve line goals in quality, efficiency, and labor.

  • Recognize cap sizes, crushed lugs, and cocked caps.

  • Understand SPC checks as they relate to sorting.

  • Maintain authorization for Lock-out Tag-out

  • Resolve operational, manufacturing, and maintenance issues to minimize production delays.

  • Ensure machine and surrounding area is kept neat and sanitary.

  • Adapt to changing situations.

  • Communicate with co-workers, Production Lead, QA, and Team Lead.

  • Train employees.

  • Complete documentation in compliance with industry standards.

  • Maintain an acceptable attendance record.

  • Read and interpret a variety of instructions/documents such as safety rules, operating instructions, maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

  • Ensure actions remain consistent with plant safety goals and procedures.

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Anticipated Close Date: June 6, 2026

Location: Imlay City, Michigan

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.