Statistical Process Control LeaderReporting to the Director, Continuous Improvement, you will lead the development, deployment, and sustainment of Statistical Process Control (SPC) methodologies and digital technologies across the manufacturing network. You will design, pilot, and scale SPC systems to reduce process variation, eliminate waste, and strengthen compliance with food safety, regulatory, and customer standards. You will build capability at the plant level by coaching and developing process experts and engineers within line structure teams.A Taste of Your ResponsibilitiesDevelop and implement SPC strategy in partnership with the Director of Process Control, Manufacturing Excellence Team, and Technical Transformation Team, aligned with manufacturing goalsPilot and deploy SPC technology solutions and methodologies across multiple plants, ensuring scalability and sustainabilityDefine and standardize SPC procedures, control plans, and governance across product categoriesPartner with site-based process experts and engineers to embed SPC principles into daily management systems and line structure routinesDeliver training, workshops, and tools to strengthen SPC proficiency across all levelsMentor and guide technical teams to build a pipeline of SPC leaders and practitionersAnalyze process data with Industrial Engineering teams to identify variation, waste, and yield loss, and lead structured problem solving to address root causesPartner with Manufacturing Excellence, Food Safety and Quality, Research and Development, Operations, and Engineering to integrate SPC into performance systems and standardsImprove process capability indices and reduce defects across manufacturing operationsCollaborate with Information Technology and Digital Operations to deploy digital tools, dashboards, and real-time monitoring systemsSupport development of data visualization and advanced analytics to enable predictive process controlStay current with advancements in SPC software, automation, and statistical techniquesEnsure SPC practices support regulatory and quality requirements including Food and Drug Administration, United States Department of Agriculture, and Global Food Safety Initiative standardsMaintain documentation, audit readiness, and reporting systems to demonstrate compliance and continuous improvementRepresent SPC in cross-functional governance forums, customer audits, and regulatory inspectionsIngredients Required for Your SuccessBachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Statistics, Food Science, Chemical Engineering, or related field7 or more years of experience in manufacturing, quality, or process engineering roles, with at least 3 years focused on SPC systemsExperience implementing SPC in a large, multi-site, regulated environmentExperience coaching technical teams and influencing cross-functional stakeholdersExperience with SPC methodologies including control charts, process capability analysis, measurement system analysis, and design of experimentsProficiency with SPC software and data analytics tools such as Minitab, JMP, InfinityQS, Power BI, and SQLFamiliarity with Lean, Six Sigma, Total Productive Maintenance, or similar continuous improvement systemsExperience with change management and influencing in complex organizationsProven capability to translate technical concepts into practical applications for diverse audiencesExperience building organizational capability and driving cultural adoption of process control practicesAbility to travel. The typical travel requirement is 75% there will be occasional weeks when you will travel 50% Typical travel week will require travelling on Monday morning and returning home Thursday evening/night. Our team works from home on Fridays.
Friday travel is not required unless there is a very unusual situation, which typically only happens once or twice a year.Physical RequirementsMore information about essential tasks and the facility will be shared during the hiring process. This role may require you to be in our manufacturing facilities. When visiting these sites, the physical requirements below may apply: You may be required to walk around the facility, climb stairs/ladders, kneel, or perform repetitive tasks that require hand-eye coordination. You may be required to lift or carry materials that can vary in weight and size. This is a manufacturing environment with large, moving equipment.
Noise levels can be high, and temperatures may vary.CompensationPay Range: $109,000-$159,000The 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.Anticipated Close DateAugust 27, 2026Our BenefitsWe 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 reimbursementWealth: Great pay, bonus incentive opportunity, matching 401(k) and stock purchase planGrowth: Career development opportunities, employee resource groups, on-demand learning and tuition reimbursementBalance: Paid-time off, parental leave, flexible work-schedules (subject to your location and role) and volunteer opportunitiesOur CompanyAt 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.