Continuous Improvement Manager
Company: CONAGRA
Location: Russellville
Posted on: July 2, 2025
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Job Description:
We’re looking for a Continuous Improvement Manager to join our
largest food manufacturing plant located in Russellville, Arkansas.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced professional to
lead continuous improvement at a large food manufacturing facility.
As the Continuous Improvement Manager , reporting to the Plant
Manager at Conagra's largest frozen food manufacturing plant,
you'll drive transformative changes in a nonstop environment. Your
mission will be to lead and implement initiatives, ensuring our
operations run more efficiently and effectively. By leveraging
tools, systems, and methodologies, you'll achieve targeted
improvements and foster a culture of continuous learning and
operational excellence. Join us to shape the future of our
manufacturing operations and lead a dynamic team in promoting
sustainable performance enhancements. What you’ll do: Lead and
implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational
efficiency and productivity. Analyze production processes to
identify areas for improvement and develop strategies to optimize
performance. Collaborate with teams to lead process improvements
and ensure understanding of business goals. Monitor KPIs and use
data-driven insights to guide decision-making. Facilitate training
and development programs to promote a culture of continuous
improvement. Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory
standards. Manage projects aimed at reducing waste, improving
quality, and increasing throughput. Use Lean, Six Sigma, and other
methodologies to improve operations. Partner with the plant team to
establish a zero-loss manufacturing culture and promote sustainable
performance improvements. Lead and engage team members, providing
guidance, coaching, and development for direct reports. Provide
direction and expertise for Conagra Performance Systems (CPS) and
other continuous improvement tools. Prepare annual targets for
continuous improvement and help prepare the Site Master Plan,
Performance Improvement Plans, Capital Plan, and Financial Plans.
What you'll need: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Science,
Business, Management, or a related field. 5 years of experience
manufacturing operations management, including food processing and
high-speed packaging, within a Continuous Improvement environment
(HPWS/TPM/CPS, Lean Manufacturing, etc.). You must be comfortable
working in a large, high-speed, 24/7 food manufacturing facility.
Lead teams by promoting collaboration, solving problems, and
bringing departments together. Experience leading cross-functional
teams, conducting root-cause analysis, collecting data, and solving
problems using key HPWS, TPM, and CPS concepts. Working knowledge
of production equipment and systems, including maintenance
activities. We require applicants for this role to be legally
authorized to work in the United States without requiring employer
sponsorship either now or in the future. Physical Demands: Work in
a manufacturing environment with hot or cold areas, slippery
surfaces, and the need to climb ladders and stairs. Exposure to all
food allergens. Our benefits include medical, dental, vision, 15
vacation days, 6 additional days off and paid holidays. Check out
our 401k plan too! Conagra will match 100% up to the first 6% of
pay you save. We will also provide a 3% non-elective contribution
to your account regardless of your participation ( that's 9% )!
Relocation assistance is available for this position. LI-Onsite
LI-MC1 LI-MSL Compensation: Pay Range:$104,000-$152,000 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:
G reat 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: P aid-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.
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