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Reporting to the Plant Engineering Manager, you will provide project leadership and direction for the successful execution of capital projects at the Oakdale, California manufacturing facility. You will lead one or multiple projects simultaneously depending on project size and complexity, while developing engineering capital project management competencies. You will work with cross-functional teams to deliver capital investment projects that align with business strategies, follow established engineering processes, comply with company policies, and maximize asset value.

A Taste of Your Responsibilities

• Lead capital projects from concept development through execution and project completion.
• Partner closely with Operations, Finance, Environment, Health & Safety, and Research, Quality & Innovation teams to successfully deliver projects.
• Coordinate activities with equipment suppliers, construction contractors, engineering service providers, government agencies, and co-manufacturing partners.
• Manage project scope, schedule, budget, forecasting, reporting, and overall project performance.
• Lead small design teams consisting of approximately six to eight engineering professionals, including internal and external resources.
• Execute projects using structured engineering workflows and project management methodologies.
• Ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with business objectives.
• Provide technical leadership and support related to manufacturing processes and equipment.
• Travel to manufacturing facilities, suppliers, vendors, and project sites as needed. Travel may average 30% to 40% and can include domestic and international travel.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and other duties as assigned.

Ingredients Required for Your Success

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Preferably Mechanical) or related field.
• Two or more years of project management experience leading projects from initiation through completion.
• Experience managing capital projects within a manufacturing environment.
• Technical knowledge of manufacturing systems, processes, and equipment.
• Experience in food manufacturing, food processing, pharmaceutical manufacturing, or a related industry preferred.
• Experience managing multiple priorities and projects simultaneously.
• Knowledge of project planning, budgeting, forecasting, and capital execution processes.
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams and external partners.
• This position is located onsite at the Oakdale, California manufacturing facility.
• Reliable Transportation to and from Work location.
• Willingness to work Weekends/Holidays as project requires for completion of tasks

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.

Relocation assistance is available for this position. Preference will be given to local candidates.

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Compensation

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.