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Manager, Continuous Improvement
full-timeOakdale$107k - $156k

Summary

Location

Oakdale

Salary

$107k - $156k

Type

full-time

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About this role

Reporting to the Plant Manager at our Oakdale, CA manufacturing facility, local producer of Hunt’s tomatoes, you will support plant operations by expanding the capabilities of the Conagra Performance System (CPS) and manage improvement in plant performance by identifying opportunities for improvement. You will lead the execution of processes to eliminate losses while developing strategies to improve organizational growth by reducing non-value-added activities and ensuring continuous improvement. With plant leadership, you will work with hourly and salaried team members in process improvement activities.
A Taste of Your Responsibilities:
  • Provide coaching and subject matter expertise to site leaders of all CPS Pillars.
  • Own multiple CPS Pillars, including Focused Improvement (FI), Continuous Skills Development (CSD), and Autonomous Manufacturing Development (AMD).
  • Collaborate with other functions within the site to drive continuous improvement activities and results in all areas of the plant.
  • Coach teams to analyze data, prioritize projects, use problem-solving tools, and implement systemic solutions.
  • Lead the execution of projects to deliver Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
  • Promote critical CPS concepts every day through coaching and auditing throughout all areas of the plant.
  • Foster a culture of technological transformation through the use and improvement of digital tools.
  • Engage with Continuous Improvement leaders at enterprise and plant levels to improve standards, share best practices, and reapply key learnings.

Ingredients Required for Your Success:
  • Bachelor’s degree.
  • 7+ years of plant-based operations experience in food or CPG manufacturing.
  • 7+ years of experience in TPM-based continuous improvements, lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and related process improvement systems.
  • 7+ years of management experience preferred 
  • Experience working with production equipment and systems.
  • Experience optimizing processes including cost reduction, brainstorming ideation, and delivering plant productivity goals
Physical Demands:
  • Work in a manufacturing environment with hot or cold areas, slippery surfaces, and the need to climb ladders and stairs. Exposure to all food allergens.
Relocation assistance is available for this position. Preference will be given to local candidates.
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Compensation: 

Pay Range:$107,000-$156,000

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.

Other facts

Tech stack
Continuous Improvement,Lean Manufacturing,Six Sigma,TPM,Coaching,Data Analysis,Problem Solving,Process Optimization,Project Management,Team Collaboration,Digital Tools,Performance Metrics,Food Manufacturing,Cost Reduction,Organizational Growth,Manufacturing Systems

About CONAGRA

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.

Team size: 10,001+ employees
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Industry: Food and Beverage Services
Founding Year: 1919

What you'll do

  • The Manager of Continuous Improvement will support plant operations by expanding the capabilities of the Conagra Performance System and managing improvements in plant performance. This includes leading process improvement activities and collaborating with plant leadership and team members.

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What does CONAGRA pay for a Manager, Continuous Improvement?

CONAGRA offers a competitive compensation package for the Manager, Continuous Improvement role. The salary range is USD 107k - 156k per year. Apply through Clera to learn more about the full compensation details.

What does a Manager, Continuous Improvement do at CONAGRA?

As a Manager, Continuous Improvement at CONAGRA, you will: the Manager of Continuous Improvement will support plant operations by expanding the capabilities of the Conagra Performance System and managing improvements in plant performance. This includes leading process improvement activities and collaborating with plant leadership and team members..

Why join CONAGRA as a Manager, Continuous Improvement?

CONAGRA is a leading Food and Beverage Services company. The Manager, Continuous Improvement role offers competitive compensation.

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The Manager, Continuous Improvement position at CONAGRA is based in Oakdale, California, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.

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