Job Summary

Plans and executes multiple small to medium capital projects for the site.  Manages all aspects of scope development, cost estimates, and schedule by collaborating with the Engineering team as well as with key project stakeholders. This position supports a single site and requires minimal travel for FATs/vendor visits, training/benchmarking, etc.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other duties may be assigned.

Enforces site safety, environmental, and GMP rules and regulationsEnsures that work is accomplished in a safe and efficient mannerManages a range of small to medium capital projects, often with overlapping timelinesLeads cross-functional project teams consisting of internal/external engineers, operations/maintenance personnel, equipment vendors, contractors, etc.Ensures that all project planning, deliverables, reporting, and spending forecasts are managed accurately and that all projects are delivered within cost, schedule, and performance success criteriaInteracts frequently with Plant Leadership and project stakeholdersInteracts frequently with external project resources, including equipment vendors, construction contractors, engineering service providers, and local/state/federal government agenciesSupports execution of the Conagra Performance System (CPS) through active participation on the site’s Early Management (EM) Pillar TeamAbility to flex work hours, including to provide off-hours/weekend project support as needed

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree (BS) in Engineering or a related technical field required3-5 years of demonstrated engineering/project management experience requiredProven track record of managing several capital projects and progression through multiple roles in the food or pharmaceutical industry desiredWorking knowledge of equipment and process technologies employed within the food industry requiredExperience in a regulated manufacturing environment (FDA, USDA, PSM, etc.) desiredFormal project management training and/or certification(s) desiredAbility to communicate effectively with individuals both inside and outside of an organizationAbility to speak effectively before outside groups or employees of an organizationAbility to apply engineering principles to solve complex problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization existsAbility to proactively manage and resolve conflictAbility to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule formAbility to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, blueprints, electrical schematics, piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs), and equipment manualsMust be proficient in usage of standard computer programs for daily tasksE-mail, MS Office, etc.

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear.  The employee frequently is required to stand and walk.  The employee is occasionally required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, and feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; taste and smell.  The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. The employee will be exposed to a noisy environment at widely varying temperatures. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Compensation: 

Pay Range:$79,000-$115,000

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 reimbursementWealth: Great pay, bonus incentive opportunity, matching 401(k) and stock purchase planGrowth: Career development opportunities, employee resource groups, on-demand learning and tuition reimbursementBalance: 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.