Continuous Improvement Specialist

Conagra Brands • Oakdale, CA

5d • $63,000 - $93,000

About The Position

Reporting to the plant leadership team, you will develop implementation plans and standards and lead planning and implementation for critical improvement processes. You will coach plant resources on improvement methodologies, provide training, qualify resources, and track progress to support operational excellence. A Taste of Your Responsibilities Comply with all company safety policies and Occupational Safety and Health Administration regulations. Follow good manufacturing practices, including waste disposal, attire, grooming, and hygiene. Implement projects that reduce manufacturing costs, improve product quality, or increase operational efficiencies. Facilitate project team meetings to ensure accountability and adherence to deadlines. Coach employees on the implementation of project deliverables. Track project cost savings using the Accolade software system. Ingredients Required for Your Success High school diploma or GED. Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Accounting, or related discipline preferred. 3 or more years of experience in continuous improvement. Experience working in a manufacturing environment. Project management experience preferred. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Compensation Pay Range:$63,000-$93,000 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. 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.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• 3 or more years of experience in continuous improvement.
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Accounting, or related discipline preferred.
• Project management experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Comply with all company safety policies and Occupational Safety and Health Administration regulations.
• Follow good manufacturing practices, including waste disposal, attire, grooming, and hygiene.
• Implement projects that reduce manufacturing costs, improve product quality, or increase operational efficiencies.
• Facilitate project team meetings to ensure accountability and adherence to deadlines.
• Coach employees on the implementation of project deliverables.
• Track project cost savings using the Accolade software system.

Benefits

• Comprehensive healthcare plans, wellness incentive program, mental wellbeing support and fitness reimbursement
• Great pay, bonus incentive opportunity, matching 401(k) and stock purchase plan
• Career development opportunities, employee resource groups, on-demand learning and tuition reimbursement
• Paid-time off, parental leave, flexible work-schedules (subject to your location and role) and volunteer opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED