Continuous Improvement Manager

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Imlay City, MI, USA
Hybrid
81K-118K Annually
Senior level
Consumer Web • Food • Manufacturing
The Role
The Continuous Improvement Manager will enhance plant performance by leading improvement initiatives, coaching teams, and implementing techniques to eliminate losses across a manufacturing operation.
Summary Generated by Built In

Reporting to the Plant Manager, Imlay City, you will support plant operations at the local producer of Vlasic Pickles by expanding the capabilities of the Conagra Performance System and driving improvement in plant performance by identifying and executing opportunities for loss elimination and organizational growth. You will work with plant leadership to guide hourly and salaried team members in continuous improvement activities across a 600+ person operation.

A Taste of Your Responsibilities
  • Provide coaching and subject matter expertise to site leaders across all Conagra Performance System pillars.
  • Lead multiple CPS pillars, including Focused Improvement, Continuous Skills Development, and Autonomous Manufacturing Development.
  • Partner with cross‑functional teams to advance continuous improvement efforts throughout all areas of the facility.
  • Coach teams to analyze data, prioritize improvement initiatives, apply problem‑solving tools, and implement systemic long‑term solutions.
  • Lead project execution to achieve targeted Key Performance Indicators.
  • Promote key CPS concepts through daily coaching and auditing across the plant.
  • Support the adoption and enhancement of digital tools to drive technological transformation.
  • Collaborate with enterprise and plant Continuous Improvement leaders to refine standards, share best practices, and reapply learnings.
Ingredients Required for Your Success
  • Bachelor’s degree.
  • 5+ years of manufacturing operations experience.
  • 5+ years of experience in continuous improvement methodologies such as TPM, lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other related systems.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, PowerBI, and PowerApps.
  • Technical knowledge of manufacturing systems and equipment.
  • Demonstration of influential leadership and effective communication skills.
  • Skill in developing short‑ and long‑term plans for strategic vision and tactical execution.

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Compensation 

Pay Range:$81,000-$118,000

The 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.

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.

  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.

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The Company
HQ: Chicago, IL
18,500 Employees
Year Founded: 1919

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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