Job Description

We are looking for a Food Research Technician II to join our R&D Grocery Team in Omaha, Nebraska.


As the Food Research Technician II, reporting to the Sr Food Scientist, you will set up, operate, disassemble, sanitize, and reassemble testing equipment. You will prepare for bench top, pilot plant or production testing in collaboration with Food Scientists and Pilot Plant staff.


What you'll do in this role:

Conduct bench top/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.

What you'll need:

High School diploma or GED required. 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 to accomplish common goals. 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

Physical Requirements:

Ability to lift 40+ 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 for periodic extended workdays including loud noise, heat, cold, wet and slippery conditions and exposure to all food allergens.

You will be onsite 5 days a week.


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Compensation:

Pay Range:$42,000-$55,000The annual salary listed above is the expected offering for this position. An employee's actual annual salary will be based on but not limited to: location, relevant experience/level and skillset, while balancing internal Conagra employees' equity. Conagra Brands will comply with applicable law regarding minimum salaries for exempt employees.

Our Benefits:

We care about your total well-being and will support you with the following, subject to your location and role:

Health: Comprehensive healthcare plans, wellness incentive program, mental wellbeing support and fitness reimbursement Wealth: Great pay, bonus incentive opportunity, matching 401(k) and stock purchase plan Growth: Career development opportunities, employee resource groups, on-demand learning and tuition reimbursement Balance: Paid-time off, parental leave, flexible work-schedules (subject to your location and role) 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.