Project Engineer - Bakery

Conagra Brands; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 63,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in food production seeks a Project Engineer to oversee capital projects at its Indianapolis Bakery. This role involves leading project teams, managing stakeholder communication, and ensuring projects meet business needs. Ideal candidates should have a BS in Engineering and project management experience in manufacturing, particularly in food processing or pharmaceuticals.

Benefits

Comprehensive healthcare plans

Bonus incentive opportunity

Matching 401(k)

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Flexible work schedules

Qualifications

• 2 plus years of Project Management experience.
• Experience in food processing or pharmaceutical environments.
• Ability to manage projects independently from development to completion.

Responsibilities

• Lead project teams to deliver capital investment projects.
• Coordinate with stakeholders, vendors, and government agencies.
• Manage project planning, deliverables, reporting, and forecasts.

Skills

Project Management

Communication

Coordination

Education

BS in Engineering

Job description

Job Summary

As the Project Engineer, you will provide project leadership and direction toward the successful execution of capital projects at the Indianapolis Bakery. Depending on size, location, and type of projects, this position will lead a single or multiple projects simultaneously. You will lead project teams to deliver capital investment projects that align with business strategies, follow structured guidelines, company policies, and deliver the highest value asset allocation possible. You will report to the Engineering Manager and work onsite at the Indianapolis Bakery plant.

Position Responsibilities

• To succeed in this role, you will need to be able to communicate and coordinate with multiple stakeholders (e.g., Operations, Finance, EHS and RQI).
• You will interact with equipment vendors, construction contractors, engineering services contractors, local / state / federal government agencies, and co-manufacturing organizations.
• You will need a fundamental understanding of a food manufacturing environment, a technical knowledge of processes and equipment and basic Project Management skills that can be applied to developing and leading low complexity business initiatives.
• You will execute, integrate and align assigned projects by utilizing structured engineering work flow process. Execute project initiatives to ensure that all projects are completed to meet business needs.
• You will be responsible to ensure that all project planning, deliverables, reporting, and spending forecasts are managed accurately and that all projects are delivered within cost, schedule and performance success criteria. You will be expected to independently manage projects from development to completion and interface with the right stakeholders to deliver business results and value.

Position Qualifications

• BS in Engineering or equivalent relevant experience.
• 2 plus years of Project Management experience, leading projects from beginning to end
• Project Management from a manufacturing environment required. Food Processing and Pharmaceutical manufacturing environments will be considered.

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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.