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Process Engineer

Conagra Brands Rensselaer, IN

Rensselaer, IN

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$64k - $95k/yr Full time Engineering Operations Excellence Process Engineer

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Job Description

Conagra Brands is hiring a Process Engineer for its manufacturing facility in Rensselaer, IN (onsite). In this role, you will report to the Plant Manager and help strengthen operational performance by owning core daily systems, improving equipment reliability, and supporting both improvement and capital initiatives.

The Process Engineer will also drive digital transformation using Microsoft tools and Conagra’s operating frameworks, while using KPI analysis and structured problem-solving to prioritize meaningful upgrades across the site.

Role overview

Report to the Plant Manager at the Conagra Brands Rensselaer, IN manufacturing facility.
Lead Daily Management Systems (DMS) and set standards for operational excellence.
Improve equipment reliability and performance KPIs across the business unit.
Manage and partner on improvement and capital projects that shape the future of the business unit.

Responsibilities

Own Daily Management Systems (DMS) and establish operational excellence standards.
Partner with maintenance and engineering to improve reliability processes for mechanical, pneumatic, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
Build team capability by sharing knowledge and strengthening technical understanding.
Champion digital tools and lead technological transformation initiatives.
Analyze KPIs to identify opportunities and prioritize high-impact improvements.
Facilitate structured problem-solving and guide small teams to execution success.
Independently manage projects using Conagra Performance System (CPS) tools.
Partner with Operations, Finance, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Maintenance to deliver results.
Lead capital projects for the business unit.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.
3+ years of experience in process engineering or a related field.
At least 1+ year experience influencing or leading teams and driving accountability.
Skilled in Microsoft applications, including PowerBI, PowerApps, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Experience with food manufacturing systems and equipment.

Technologies

Microsoft PowerBI
Microsoft PowerApps
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft PowerPoint
Conagra Performance System (CPS)
Daily Management Systems (DMS)

Benefits

Comprehensive healthcare plans
Wellness incentive program
Mental wellbeing support
Fitness reimbursement
Great pay
Bonus incentive opportunity
Matching 401(k)
Stock purchase plan
Career development opportunities
Employee resource groups
On-demand learning
Tuition reimbursement
Paid-time off
Parental leave
Flexible work-schedules (subject to your location and role)
Volunteer opportunities

Physical requirements

May be required to walk around the facility, climb stairs/ladders, kneel, or perform repetitive tasks requiring hand-eye coordination.
May be required to lift or carry materials that can vary in weight and size.
Manufacturing environment with large, moving equipment; noise levels may be high and temperatures may vary.

Compensation

Pay range: USD 64,000 - 95,000 per year
The annual salary listed above is the expected offering for this position.

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