Conagra's $30M Omaha HQ Upgrade to Add 200 Jobs in Nebraska

Conagra Brands, the Chicago-based food giant with deep Nebraska roots, announced a $30 million upgrade to its Omaha headquarters, creating 200 jobs in supply chain management and research & development. The project, first reported by the Omaha World-Herald, addresses booming consumer demand for packaged foods like Healthy Choice soups and Slim Jim snacks produced nearby. Company officials expect the facility enhancements to streamline operations and spur innovation at the 11th and Douglas Streets campus, a cornerstone of Omaha's downtown skyline.

The new roles target skilled professionals in logistics, procurement and product testing, with openings already posted for facilities support and supply chain positions paying $37,000 to $48,000 annually. Requirements include high school diplomas, customer service experience and proficiency in Excel and Outlook, aligning with Omaha's workforce trained at institutions like Metropolitan Community College. This infusion comes as Conagra lists dozens of Omaha vacancies, from clerical to manufacturing support, reinforcing its status as Nebraska's largest private employer with over 2,500 local staff.

Omaha Mayor Jean Stothert praised the move, noting it sustains momentum from Conagra's 2016 relocation from downtown to its current site, which preserved thousands of jobs. Amid national supply chain strains, the expansion positions Nebraska as a resilient food processing leader, complementing Conagra's $220 million Fayetteville, Arkansas plant upgrade announced in March 2026 that adds 100 jobs there. Economists project the Omaha project will generate $15 million in annual local tax revenue, benefiting Douglas County schools and infrastructure.

Governor Jim Pillen emphasized the announcement underscores Nebraska's pro-business climate, with incentives from the Nebraska Department of Economic Development likely aiding the deal. As packaged goods sales rise 8% yearly per industry data, Conagra's bet on Omaha signals confidence in the region's talent pool and central U.S. distribution advantages. Recruitment drives target UNO and Creighton graduates, promising career growth in a stable industry.