Process Engineer (Food Manufacturing)
Conagra Brands · Rensselaer, IN
- Level
- Engineer
- Team
- Process
- Base pay
- $64k–$95k
- Degree
- Required
- Experience asked
- 3+ years
- Industry
- Food & beverage
- Posted
- Yesterday
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level process role at Conagra Brands (food & beverage) in Rensselaer, IN. 1+ year experience influencing or leading teams and driving accountability.
- They ask for
- 3+ years · degree required
- Base pay
- $64k–$95k
- Day to day
- relocation help
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From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026
Process Engineer roles in Indiana: typical posted base $84k–$110k. This one lists $64k–$95k.
Median of the low and high ends of 4 live postings that list pay, out of 23 process engineer openings in Indiana, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 22 other live process postings in Indiana.
- Experience asked
- Less than usual (3+ vs 5+)
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- Lean 39%
- Root cause 30%
- Team leadership 30%
- Six Sigma 26%
- Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ) 22%
- New product launch 22%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
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This plant: Conagra Brands in Rensselaer
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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 Conagra Performance System (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 Required for Your Success
- ✓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
Physical
Requirements
More 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
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Reporting to the Plant Manager at our Rensselaer, IN manufacturing facility, you will be a key driver of innovation and continuous improvement. You will lead Daily Management Systems (DMS), boost equipment reliability, and inspire a culture of digital transformation. Your role will combine hands-on problem-solving with data-driven decision-making, empowering teams and collaborating across functions to make a lasting impact.
A Taste of Your
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.
Relocation assistance is available for this position. Preference will be given to local candidates
Pay Range:$64,000-$95,000
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.