Production Manager
- 2nd Shift 3.5 3.5 out of 5 stars Fort Madison, IA $81,000
- $118,000 a year
- Full-time Conagra Brands 2,188 reviews $81,000
- $118,000 a year
- Full-time Location Fort Madison, Iowa, United States of America Category Supply Chain & Manufacturing Job Id Req-038078 Job Type Full time Plant Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will lead and oversee plant production operations to deliver safe, high‑quality products while meeting cost, labor, and production objectives.
You will guide frontline leaders, coordinate resources, and partner closely with Human Resources and cross‑functional teams to support a safe, efficient, and continuously improving manufacturing environment. A Taste of Your Responsibilities Lead food safety and quality execution across all production areas. Direct production line supervision to ensure products meet company specifications and production goals. Allocate labor resources to meet or exceed company performance standards. Oversee cleanliness and organization of plant production areas. Ensure compliance with Occupational Safety and Health Administration requirements and company policies. Ensure team members are trained on job requirements and safety expectations. Communicate critical operational information across shifts and levels of plant leadership. Monitor ingredient usage to plant standards while maintaining quality objectives. Partner with maintenance and engineering to align production and equipment needs. Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance safety, cost effectiveness, and product quality. Maintain a safe work environment and support site safety programs. Ensure safety awareness and training are delivered by frontline supervisors. Report ingredient usage and labor data to support costing and recall readiness. Share key performance metrics with frontline supervisors to promote continuous improvement. Partner with Human Resources on interviews, hiring, performance discussions, corrective counseling, and development planning. Ingredients Required for Your Success Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Biology, Industrial Management, or a related field from a four‑year college or university. 4+ years of production management experience, ideally within the food industry. 3+ years of supervisory experience managing performance, staffing decisions, and metric accountability. Experience solving practical problems involving multiple variables in situations with limited standardization. Experience reviewing and interpreting business publications, technical procedures, and governmental regulations. Experience preparing reports, business correspondence, and procedural documentation. Experience presenting information and responding to questions from managers, customers, and other stakeholders. Experience applying basic algebra and geometry concepts. Experience interpreting written, verbal, diagram, and schedule‑based instructions. Relocation assistance is available for this position. Preference will be given to local candidates. 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 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. #LI-Onsite #LI-MW1 #
LI-MSL Compensation Pay Range:
$81,000
- 118,000 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.
