Production Line Lead

Conagra Brands has the most energized, highest‑impact culture in food. Our people persistently challenge and disrupt marketplace and business conventions, and we are respected for our great brands, great food, great margins and consistent results.

In this role, you will have far‑reaching responsibilities, including the safety, quality, capability building and loss elimination of all aspects in your production unit. By putting people first and applying your technical aptitude, you will drive fast and effective change in our organization, with high potential for growth in our large company.

• Identifying opportunities to increase the effectiveness of the transformation process and lead the optimization of these processes.
• Creating, implementing, auditing and coaching on performance improvement programs which impact the daily results and effectiveness of all employees.
• Leading and supporting the completion of detailed continuous improvement plans.
• Leading technical improvement projects.
• Reviewing and making improvements by using performance data such as effectiveness, line stops, quality defects, to maintain a safe environment and eliminate contamination sources.
• Leading regular performance improvement meetings.
• Acting as a facilitator in regard to problem solving skills.
• Supporting and leading development activities for autonomous maintenance and related continuous improvement programs.
• Drive employee engagement, training, and development to maximize manufacturing, quality, safety, and productivity goal attainment.
• Ensure all quality and regulatory standards, specifications, and policies are met or exceeded.

• 3–5 years manufacturing experience.
• 3–5 years management or supervisory experience.
• Food industry experience in a union environment preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Business, Industrial Management, Engineering, Food Science, Management, Product Operations, or equivalent field of study.
• Experience with SAP or other ERP system.
• Technical problem‑solving experience.
• Team player, collaboration, risk‑taking, and organizational skills.
• Strong written and oral communication.
• Ability to lead teams and achieve results through resources.

At Conagra Brands, we have a rich heritage of making great food and aspire to create the most impactful, energized and inclusive culture in the food industry. 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.

Pay Range: $62,000–$91,000. 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.

• Health:
  Comprehensive healthcare benefits, mental well‑being support and wellness spending account.
• Wealth:
  Great pay, bonus incentive opportunity, wealth accumulation program and access to discounts.
• Growth:
  Career development opportunities, employee resource groups, on‑demand learning and tuition reimbursement.
• Balance:
  Paid‑time off, flexible work schedules, Employee & Family Assistance Program and volunteer opportunities.

Conagra Brands is an equal‑opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, ethnicity, national origin, gender identity or expression, age, pregnancy, leave status, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by national, federal, state or local law. Reasonable accommodation may be made upon request.

This posting is for a previously held position that is now vacant due to employee departure, retirement, or leave. The employer intends to fill the role to maintain continuity and meet organizational needs.

The company uses artificial intelligence (AI) in screening, assessing, and selecting applicants for open positions.