Process Engineer (Food Manufacturing)

ConAgra Foods•Rensselaer, IN

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Process Engineer will work at Conagra Brands’ manufacturing facility in Rensselaer, Indiana, reporting to the Plant Manager. The role drives innovation and continuous improvement by leading Daily Management Systems (DMS), improving equipment reliability, and championing digital transformation. It combines hands-on problem-solving with data-driven decision-making and cross-functional collaboration. The engineer will lead and manage improvement and capital projects, build team capabilities, use KPIs to identify opportunities, and apply Conagra Performance System (CPS) tools. The role may require work in manufacturing facilities. Relocation assistance is available, with preference given to local candidates.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

Local candidates are preferred.

Responsibilities

Take ownership of Daily Management Systems (DMS) and set the standard for operational excellence.
Partner with Maintenance and Engineering to improve reliability processes for mechanical, pneumatic, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
Build team capabilities and share knowledge to strengthen technical understanding.
Champion digital tools and lead technological transformation.
Analyze KPIs to identify opportunities and prioritize improvements.
Facilitate structured problem-solving sessions and guide small teams.
Manage projects independently 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 Ingredients.