Job Summary
An Associate Packaging Engineer works toward development and commercialization of new, improved, and cost-reduced packaging. This position primarily supports base business technical projects and will also assist senior level engineers and packaging teams in complex technical projects.
Position Responsibilities
- Support technical delivery of base business and high complexity projects.
- May manage smaller projects independently.
- Participate and execute experiments in plant trials.
- Prepare and present results of technical reports, both written and oral.
- Interpret, develop, and issue technical specifications.
- Acquire working knowledge of the packaging principles and operating systems for assigned platform.
- Maintain awareness of technical trends and developments in the packaging industry.
- Awareness of project implications to budget.
- Gain familiarity with fiscal and strategic plans of team.
- Contribute as needed on cross-functional teams.
Position Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Packaging, Engineering, or related field required.
- Minimum of 1 year work experience in packaging or engineering industry or internship history required (CPG preferred)
- Basic understanding of packaging materials, capabilities and equipment.
- Knowledge of test methodology.
- Ability to collaborate and maintain cross-functional partnerships.
- Sound verbal and written communication skills.
- Demonstrated time management and prioritization skills.
- Moderate analytical and logical problem solving abilities.
- Understanding of basic business principles.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office.
- Ability to travel up to 20-40% of time. Must be able to travel independently and as a responsible company representative
Compensation
Pay Range:$59,000-$79,000The 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.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Packaging, Engineering, or related field
- Minimum of 1 year work experience in packaging or engineering industry or internship history (CPG preferred)
- CPG experience (preferred)
- Basic understanding of packaging materials, capabilities and equipment
- Knowledge of test methodology
- Ability to collaborate and maintain cross-functional partnerships
- Sound verbal and written communication skills
- Demonstrated time management and prioritization skills
- Moderate analytical and logical problem solving abilities
- Understanding of basic business principles
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Ability to travel up to 20-40% of time
Conagra Brands Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Conagra Brands and has not been reviewed or approved by Conagra Brands.
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Retirement Support — 401(k) plans with company matching and additional company contributions, plus pension eligibility for certain groups, strengthen long‑term savings. Plan design and vesting are described as straightforward and beneficial.
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Healthcare Strength — Medical, dental, and vision coverage starts on day one for many roles and includes wellness, mental health, and transgender health benefits. Life and disability insurance further broaden protection.
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Strong & Reliable Incentives — Bonuses, profit sharing, and incentive opportunities are included broadly, with an annual incentive plan spanning career levels. Payouts and upfront clarity about bonus eligibility are characterized as dependable.
Conagra Brands Insights
What We Do
Conagra has the most impactful, energized and inclusive culture in food. Our diverse team embraces debate to challenge marketplace/business conventions. We are respected for our great brands, great food, great margins and consistent results. We combine a rich heritage with a sharpened focus and entrepreneurial spirit. Conagra’s portfolio of iconic and emerging food brands continues to evolve to offer contemporary choices for every occasion. We are a 100 year-old company with a startup attitude - an imperative to transform how we do business. What’s not changing? Our timeless values: integrity, external focus, broad-mindedness, agility, leadership by all, and a focus on results.
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