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Reporting to the Food Safety Quality Regulatory Affairs Manager, you will independently manage programs within your functional area under limited supervision. You will support the implementation of processes and procedures while executing daily activities that ensure food safety and quality across the enterprise.

Your Impact:

+ Work with various business functions including Research & Development, Project Management, Procurement, and other project teams to identify and address FSQRA risks for new product launches that delight consumers.

+ Provide technical support to project teams on food safety and quality concerns.

+ Negotiate specification standards aligned with process capabilities.

+ Evaluate new products for consistency and compliance with approved specifications.

+ Champion a food safety-first culture across all levels of the organization.

+ Collaborate with R&D on plant trial preparation and attend first production events as needed.

+ Participate in food safety assessments, identify gaps, and drive continuous improvement.

+ Gather and analyze data to identify trends and inform decisions related to product safety and quality.

+ Assist or supervise others within assigned technical areas and support management in designing processes and procedures.

+ Conduct quality and food safety audits at internal plant locations.

+ Provide technical support to ensure regulatory compliance and product integrity.

+ Evaluate program effectiveness and implement improvements.

+ Execute inspection criteria to determine compliance.

+ Participate on cross-functional teams to implement QA initiatives and supplier process improvements.

+ Confirm Food Safety Plans (HACCP) meet Conagra standards and regulatory requirements (FDA and USDA).

+ Maintain knowledge of GFSI Benchmarked Schemes (SQF and BRC), GMPs, Sanitation, Pest Control, Allergens, and applicable regulations.

+ Travel up to 25% independently as a responsible Conagra representative.

Your Experience:

+ BS in Food, Biological, or Chemical Science or related field required.

+ 5+ years of industry experience.

+ Proven knowledge of food safety, food manufacturing processes, and technologies.

+ Familiarity with USDA and FDA regulations for registered facilities.

+ Report writing, interpersonal, and communication skills.

+ Demonstrated leadership and ability to set an example for others.

+ Solid troubleshooting, data analysis, and investigative skills.

+ Located in the Chicago office Monday–Thursday.

Number of Days in Office: 4

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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.