Process Engineer - Food Manufacturing & Digital

Conagra Brands, Inc.; Rensselaer (IN); On-site; USD 64,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

Bonus incentive

401(k) & stock purchase

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Reporting to the Plant Manager at our Rensselaer, IN manufacturing facility, you will lead Daily Management Systems (DMS), boost equipment reliability, and inspire a culture of digital transformation. This role combines hands-on problem-solving with data-driven decision-making to empower teams and collaborate across functions.

Relocation assistance is available; travel may be required. You will work in a manufacturing environment with potential noise and varying temperatures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.
• Skilled in Microsoft applications (PowerBI, PowerApps, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Experience with food manufacturing systems and equipment.
• 3+ years of experience in process engineering or related field.
• 1+ year experience influencing or leading teams and driving accountability.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of Daily Management Systems (DMS) and set the standard for operational excellence.
• Partner with maintenance and engineering to improve reliability processes of mechanical, pneumatic, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
• Build team capabilities and share knowledge to strengthen technical understanding.
• Champion digital tools and lead the charge in technological transformation.
• Dive into KPIs to uncover opportunities and prioritize impactful improvements.
• Facilitate structured problem-solving sessions and guide small teams to success.
• Manage projects independently using CPS tools.
• Partner with Operations, Finance, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Maintenance to deliver results.
• Lead capital projects that shape the future of the Business Unit Ingredients.

Skills

PowerBI

PowerApps

Excel

PowerPoint

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

CPS tools

Job description

Reporting to the Plant Manager at our Rensselaer, IN manufacturing facility, you will lead Daily Management Systems (DMS), boost equipment reliability, and inspire a culture of digital transformation. This role combines hands-on problem-solving with data-driven decision-making to empower teams and collaborate across functions.

Relocation assistance is available; travel may be required. You will work in a manufacturing environment with potential noise and varying temperatures.