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Production Line Lead

@ CONAGRA

Dresden, Ontario

Full-time3+ years experience
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Overview

Conagra is hiring a full-time Production Line Lead to own safety, quality, capability building and loss elimination in a production unit. The role leads continuous improvement, performance meetings and problem solving, and requires 3 to 5 years of manufacturing and supervisory experience. The posted pay range is $62,000 to $91,000 per year.

Responsibilities:

  • Lead optimization of production transformation processes
  • Create, audit and coach performance improvement programs
  • Lead technical improvement projects and continuous improvement plans
  • Lead regular performance improvement meetings
  • Drive employee engagement, training and development

Requirements summary:

  • 3 to 5 years manufacturing experience
  • 3 to 5 years management or supervisory experience
  • Bachelor's degree or diploma in business, engineering or food science
  • Experience with SAP or other ERP system
  • Technical problem-solving experience
  • Food industry experience in a union environment preferred

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Benefits mentioned

Health insuranceTuition supportWellness
Source and dates

Employer career site / ATS feed · phenom

Employer posting date
2026-09-19
First seen by our source
2026-10-10
Source record updated
2026-10-10

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Job details

SeniorityMid level
DepartmentManufacturing & production
Experience3+ years
Management experience3+ years
Manages peopleYes
Hours per week40 (estimated)
Travelair: none · ground: none
Work settingPlant or factory
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical low · computer moderate
LanguagesEnglish
EducationBachelor’s degree (preferred), College diploma (preferred)
Fields of studyBusiness, Industrial Management, Engineering, Food Science, Management
Perks mentionedGenerous paid time off, Flexible hours, Tuition support, Performance bonus, Employee discount, Wellness

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CONAGRA

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Conagra Brands has the most impactful, energized and inclusive culture in food.

Full company description

Conagra has the most impactful, energized and inclusive culture in food. Our diverse team embraces debate to challenge marketplace/business conventions. We are respected for our great brands, great food, great margins and consistent results. We combine a rich heritage with a sharpened focus and entrepreneurial spirit. Conagra’s portfolio of iconic and emerging food brands continues to evolve to offer contemporary choices for every occasion. We are a 100 year-old company with a startup attitude - an imperative to transform how we do business. What’s not changing? Our timeless values: integrity, external focus, broad-mindedness, agility, leadership by all, and a focus on results.

LinkedIn followers
269,087
People associated on LinkedIn
7,601
Reported office locations
  • 222 Merchandise Mart Plaza, Chicago, Illinois 60654, US
  • Eleven Conagra Drive, Omaha, NE 68102, US
Business categories
  • Lifestyle
  • Food and Beverage
  • Food Processing
Other recorded names
  • Conagra Brands
  • CONAGRA
Specialties
  • Marketing
  • Finance
  • R&D
  • Brand
  • Sales
  • Human Resources
  • Communications
  • Legal
  • Supply Chain
  • IT
  • and Engineering
Profile identifies a recruitment agency
No
Reported total investment
0

Currency and observation date were not supplied; this is not a current valuation or a funding round.

Conagra has the most impactful, energized and inclusive culture in food. Our diverse team embraces debate to challenge marketplace/business conventions. We are respected for our great brands, great food, great margins and consistent results. We combine a rich heritage with a sharpened focus and entrepreneurial spirit. Conagra’s portfolio of iconic and emerging food brands continues to evolve to offer contemporary…

FieldValue
IndustryFood and Beverage Services
Company size10,001+ employees
HeadquartersChicago, Illinois
Organization typePublic Company
Year founded1919
SpecialtiesMarketingFinanceR&DBrandSalesHuman ResourcesCommunicationsLegalSupply ChainIT
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Job description

Conagra Brands has the most energized, highest-impact culture in food. Our people persistently challenge and disrupt marketplace/business conventions and we are respected for our great brands, great food, great margins and consistent results.

In this role, you will have far reaching responsibilities, including the safety, quality, capability building and loss elimination of all aspects in your production unit. By putting people first and applying your technical aptitude, you will drive fast and effective change in our organization, with high potential for growth in our large company.

Position Responsibilities

  • Identifying opportunities to increase the effectiveness of the transformation process and lead the optimization of these processes.
  • Creating, implementing, auditing and coaching on performance improvement programs which impact the daily results and effectiveness of all employees.
  • Leading and supporting the completion of detailed continuous improvement plans.
  • Leading technical improvement projects.
  • Reviewing and making improvements by using performance data such as effectiveness, line stops, quality defects, to maintain a safe environment and eliminate contamination sources.
  • Leading regular performance improvement meetings
  • Acting as a facilitator in regard to problem solving skills.
  • Supporting and leading development activities for autonomous maintenance and other related continuous improvement programs.
  • Drive employee engagement, training, and development to maximize manufacturing, quality, safety, and productivity goal attainment.
  • Ensure all quality and regulatory standards, specifications, and policies are met or exceeded.

qualifications:

  • 3 – 5 years Manufacturing experience
  • 3 – 5 years Management / Supervisory experience
  • Food industry experience in a union environment preferred
  • Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Business, Industrial Management, Engineering, Food Science, Management, Product Operations, or equivalent field of study
  • Experience with SAP or other ERP system.
  • Technical problem-solving experience
  • Team Player / Collaboration / Risk taking / Organization
  • Communication written / Oral
  • Ability to lead teams and achieve results through resources

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.

Compensation:

Pay Range:$62,000-$91,000

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 benefits, mental wellbeing support and wellness spending account
  • Wealth: Great pay, bonus incentive opportunity, wealth accumulation program and access to discounts
  • Growth: Career development opportunities, employee resource groups, on-demand learning and tuition reimbursement
  • Balance: Paid-time off, flexible work-schedules, Employee & Family Assistance Program 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 POGO®, VH Sauces® and Orville Redenbacher®.

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 race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, or any other protected factor. Conagra is committed to working with and providing accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please email [email protected]. We will make a determination on your request for accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

This posting is for a previously held position that is now vacant due to employee departure, retirement, or leave. The employer intends to fill the role to maintain continuity and meet organizational needs.

The company uses artificial intelligence (AI) in screening, assessing, and selecting applicants for open positions.

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