Manufacturing Co-Op

CONAGRA Iowa, Waterloo Permanent

Job Description

Shift: 3:00 PM-9:30 PM

Hourly Rate: $19.00 an hour

Conagra Brands in Waterloo, Iowa is looking for a year-round intern to join our manufacturing team. Upon successful work performance throughout your internship, you will be offered a full-time career at Conagra. This internship will be conducted onsite in Waterloo, Iowa.

Starting Pay: $19.00/hour

Hours: We will work around your school schedule

Eligible to receive extreme discounts on other Conagra Brands Products

A Day in the Life of the Manufacturing Co-Op:

You will report to a Line Leader and will help with the food manufacturing process. During your internship, we will cater it to our needs and your personal interests related to your technical experience. This internship is a great progression step to obtaining a future career in Manufacturing. Internally, you will be referred to as an Operator Intern.

You Will:

  • Obtain supplies required in the manufacturing of our products.

  • Prepare and stage materials for upcoming product runs.

  • Clear jams from packaging equipment.

  • Perform machine start up and shut down procedures.

  • Clean, inspect and lubricate production equipment.

  • Perform hand stacking of cases.

Required Education:

  • Currently enrolled in a 2 or 4 year Industrial or Engineering Technology program

Anticipated Close Date: September 4, 2026

Location: Waterloo, Iowa

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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