Reporting to the Manager Plant Continuous Improvement, you will lead the planning and implementation of continuous improvement initiatives that support plant objectives related to cost, quality, safety, and efficiency. You will coach and train plant resources on improvement methodologies, ensure consistent execution of standards, and track project results and qualified resources.
This role is onsite 5 days a week at our Fayetteville, AR food manufacturing plant.
A Taste of Your Responsibilities
Develop implementation plans, standards, and roadmaps for one or more critical continuous improvement processes.
Lead or support cross‑functional teams through planning, execution, and sustainment of improvement initiatives.
Implement projects that reduce manufacturing costs, improve product quality, or increase operational efficiency in support of plant objectives.
Facilitate project team meetings to ensure accountability, issue resolution, and adherence to project timelines.
Coach employees on the execution of project deliverables and continuous improvement tools.
Provide training to plant resources and qualify participants on improvement methodologies.
Track and validate project cost savings through the Accolade software system.
Monitor and report progress on implementation milestones and qualified resources.
Comply with all company safety policies and procedures, as well as Occupational Safety and Health Administration rules and regulations.
Adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices, including proper waste disposal, attire, grooming, and hygiene standards.
Ingredients Required for Your Success
High school diploma or GED equivalent required.
3+ years of experience in continuous improvement role at a manufacturing facility, preferably food manufacturing.
Project management experience.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Days in office: 5+ days with evening and weekend coverage as needed.
Relocation assistance is available for this role, if applicable.
Physical Requirements
More information about essential tasks and the facility will be shared during the hiring process. This role may require you to be in our manufacturing facilities. When visiting these sites, the physical requirements below may apply: You may be required to walk around the facility, climb stairs/ladders, kneel, or perform repetitive tasks that require hand-eye coordination. You may be required to lift or carry materials that can vary in weight and size. This is a manufacturing environment with large, moving equipment. Noise levels can be high, and temperatures may vary.
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Compensation
Pay Range:$63,000-$93,000The 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.
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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