Job Summary

An Associate Packaging Engineer works toward development and commercialization of new, improved, and cost-reduced packaging. This position primarily supports base business technical projects and will also assist senior level engineers and packaging teams in complex technical projects.

Position Responsibilities

• Support technical delivery of base business and high complexity projects.
• May manage smaller projects independently.
• Participate and execute experiments in plant trials.
• Prepare and present results of technical reports, both written and oral.
• Interpret, develop, and issue technical specifications.
• Acquire working knowledge of the packaging principles and operating systems for assigned platform.
• Maintain awareness of technical trends and developments in the packaging industry.
• Awareness of project implications to budget.
• Gain familiarity with fiscal and strategic plans of team.
• Contribute as needed on cross-functional teams.

Position Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Packaging, Engineering, or related field required.
• Minimum of 1 year work experience in packaging or engineering industry required (CPG preferred)
• Basic understanding of packaging materials, capabilities and equipment.
• Knowledge of test methodology.
• Ability to collaborate and maintain cross-functional partnerships.
• Sound verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated time management and prioritization skills.
• Moderate analytical and logical problem solving abilities.
• Understanding of basic business principles.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Ability to travel up to 20-40% of time. Must be able to travel independently and as a responsible company representative

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Compensation: 

Pay Range:$59,000-$78,000

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.