Process Engineer

Job Summary

You will work onsite at Conagra Brands Imlay City, Michigan, facility - Home of the Vlasic Brand! You will support and lead multiple projects.

You will work with some supervision in order to develop practical and critical skills necessary to transition projects from bench to Supply Chain. The position is designed to expand commercialization strength and to develop long term career employees for the company. Actual work will be focused on developing the requirements for critical transformations, developing performance-based specifications, and providing the widest possible solution space.  The work must be focused on consumer benefits designed for profitability, operability, efficiency, and vertical start up.

Position Responsibilities

• Learn and apply the Methodology of Product/Process/Package Development (MOPD).
• Develop and define manufacturing processes that accommodate specific consumer and marketplace requirements for new products, while meeting process, quality, and cost objectives.
• Define the physical, chemical, and biological transformations that must occur to produce new food products.
• Meet or exceed project objectives under the direction of a supervisor.
• Execute bench-top and pilot plant testing to develop prototypes and prove hypotheses.
• Review and analyze results of experiments and trials in order to provide process recommendations.
• Prepare results for review and present findings.
• Provide technical support in manufacturing facilities as required.
• Maintain accurate and complete records and distill them to Intellectual Property.
• Monitor consumer trends and wants/needs within the food industry.
• Be flexible in learning and applying new ways of doing your work.
• Assist in providing technical leadership on projects as required.

Position Qualifications

• BS Chemical, Food, or Biological Engineering required. MS preferred. 
• Minimum 3 years related experience required.
• Experience with process technology documentation, including Process Flow Sheets, Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams, Mass and Energy Balances, Process Control Strategies, and Process Specifications.
• Experience with process technology including mixing and blending, flow control, plate heat exchangers, temperature regulation, scraped surface heat exchangers, homogenizers, Ammonia, Nitrogen/CO2 cooling/freezing methods and equipment, Sanitary/ Aseptic package Fillers, and CIP systems preferred.
• Understanding of Design of Experiment methodologies.
• Proficient in Microsoft office programs including Word, Excel and Power Point.
• Adept in using and maintaining a lab notebook.
• Effective communication skills (both verbal and nonverbal) and the ability to present to leadership.
• Familiarity with project management fundamentals.
• Ability to collaborate cross-functionally.
• Demonstrated strong leadership (Interpersonal, Team, and Organizational) and decision-making skills.
• Structured problem-solving skills (preferred Six Sigma and other problem-solving models).
• Technical judgment and prioritization skills.
• Skilled in a Deliverables and Success Criteria-based environment.
• Risk Anticipation and mitigation.
• Experience working with external work partners, vendors, and suppliers on sensitive/confidential matters.
• Experience in identifying, documenting, and implementing Intellectual Property.
• Ability to travel up to 40% of the time. Must be able to travel independently and as a responsible company representative.

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.