Compass Corporate Position Title: title Pay Grade: payGrade_obj Salary: $105000 - $115000 / year Other Forms of Compensation: A family of companies and experiences As the leading foodservice and support services company, Compass Group USA is known for our great people, great service and our great results. If you've been hungry and away from home, chances are you've tasted Compass Group's delicious food and experienced our outstanding service. Our 225,000 associates work in award-winning restaurants, corporate cafes, hospitals, schools, arenas, museums, and more in all 50 states. Our reach is constantly expanding to shape the industry and create new opportunities for innovation. Join the Compass family today! great people. great services. great results. Each and every individual plays a key role in the growth and legacy of our company. We know the next big idea can come from anyone. We encourage developing and attracting expertise that differentiates us as a company as we continue to raise the bar. This position is eligible for an Employee Referral Bonus! If you know someone that is qualified for this role, please use the 'job search' in MyOpportunity to refer your referral and email them a link to apply. Your referral will be able to apply by clicking the link in the email then you can check the status under Careers in MyOpportunity by clicking on 'referral tracking.' For Employee Referral guidelines, FAQs and the Compass Employee Referral Policy, email . Click here to view the step-by-step instructions to refer a friend to this position. Job Summary Working as a District Manager (DM), you will lead a cross-functional team and manage multiple accounts within your territory. You will provide overall planning and direction to achieve operations and financial goals, align with all applicable regulations, maintain strong client relationships, and ensure we continuously support our communities in our dynamic environment. Key Responsibilities: Leads, manages, and encourages a complementary team of Resident District Managers and/or Directors of Dining Services, and their teams, to provide outstanding service Drives and develops self and team towards building positive relationships with client(s) and achievement of critical metrics (profitability, safety, engagement, etc.) May serve on the regional leadership team; participates in ongoing conversations with peers to share best practices, mitigate risks, champion diversity, and build community Leads accounts in territory, ensuring decisions are weighed for risk/reward and short/long term implications Supports senior leadership in setting the cultural tone in district and region; meets regularly with team and partners to ensure full visibility, understanding, safety, and accountability Serves as representative/brand ambassador of territory; attends client and community engagement events Collaborates with the Sales, Retention, and Finance teams on sales proforma and proposal development; participates in full sales and retention process Collaborates with partners to support district needs and solves problems by thinking through all angles and downstream impacts Ensures compliance with regional, state, and local policies governing meal and retail programs, along with safety and QA requirements; conducts audits and offers solutions for improvement Champions development, performance evaluations, succession planning, and building single- and multi-unit management skills such as a full understanding of all roles within operation; support team with tools and systems Owns financial results/P&L for districts in the territory, and works with leadership to ensure accuracy in reporting, forecasting, and budgeting Completes required reports on time as outlined by policy Ensures consistent and fair administration of all policies and procedures Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, or five (5) years progressive experience in multi-unit food service, hospitality management, plant operations management, environmental services, laundry, or other Support Services areas in lieu of degree Preferred Qualifications: Strong background in a leadership role with exposure to contract/budget management, customer service, people development, food services, negotiations, etc. Has a consistent track record and knowledge of growing a business, along with proven business and financial proficiencies. Has the ability to think quickly, analytically, strategically, and accurately Shows expert client relationship, influencing, presentation, listening, and communications (written and verbal) skills Champions the inclusive approach, and is proactive, positive, professional, flexible, and resilient Demonstrates initiative, ownership, multitasking, prioritization, and organization skills Proficient in the use of Microsoft Suite Extensive travel is required in this position Apply to Compass Group today! Click here to Learn More about the Compass Story Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law. Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. We encourage applicants with a criminal history (and driving history) to apply. Compass Corporate maintains a drug-free workplace. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. Associates at Corporate are offered many fantastic benefits. Medical Dental Vision Life Insurance/ AD Disability Insurance Retirement Plan Paid Time Off Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state) Associate Shopping Program Health and Wellness Programs Discount Marketplace Identity Theft Protection Pet Insurance Commuter Benefits Employee Assistance Program Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) Req ID: Compass Corporate STEPHANIE FREER req_classification
Mar 21, 2024
Full time
Compass Corporate Position Title: title Pay Grade: payGrade_obj Salary: $105000 - $115000 / year Other Forms of Compensation: A family of companies and experiences As the leading foodservice and support services company, Compass Group USA is known for our great people, great service and our great results. If you've been hungry and away from home, chances are you've tasted Compass Group's delicious food and experienced our outstanding service. Our 225,000 associates work in award-winning restaurants, corporate cafes, hospitals, schools, arenas, museums, and more in all 50 states. Our reach is constantly expanding to shape the industry and create new opportunities for innovation. Join the Compass family today! great people. great services. great results. Each and every individual plays a key role in the growth and legacy of our company. We know the next big idea can come from anyone. We encourage developing and attracting expertise that differentiates us as a company as we continue to raise the bar. This position is eligible for an Employee Referral Bonus! If you know someone that is qualified for this role, please use the 'job search' in MyOpportunity to refer your referral and email them a link to apply. Your referral will be able to apply by clicking the link in the email then you can check the status under Careers in MyOpportunity by clicking on 'referral tracking.' For Employee Referral guidelines, FAQs and the Compass Employee Referral Policy, email . Click here to view the step-by-step instructions to refer a friend to this position. Job Summary Working as a District Manager (DM), you will lead a cross-functional team and manage multiple accounts within your territory. You will provide overall planning and direction to achieve operations and financial goals, align with all applicable regulations, maintain strong client relationships, and ensure we continuously support our communities in our dynamic environment. Key Responsibilities: Leads, manages, and encourages a complementary team of Resident District Managers and/or Directors of Dining Services, and their teams, to provide outstanding service Drives and develops self and team towards building positive relationships with client(s) and achievement of critical metrics (profitability, safety, engagement, etc.) May serve on the regional leadership team; participates in ongoing conversations with peers to share best practices, mitigate risks, champion diversity, and build community Leads accounts in territory, ensuring decisions are weighed for risk/reward and short/long term implications Supports senior leadership in setting the cultural tone in district and region; meets regularly with team and partners to ensure full visibility, understanding, safety, and accountability Serves as representative/brand ambassador of territory; attends client and community engagement events Collaborates with the Sales, Retention, and Finance teams on sales proforma and proposal development; participates in full sales and retention process Collaborates with partners to support district needs and solves problems by thinking through all angles and downstream impacts Ensures compliance with regional, state, and local policies governing meal and retail programs, along with safety and QA requirements; conducts audits and offers solutions for improvement Champions development, performance evaluations, succession planning, and building single- and multi-unit management skills such as a full understanding of all roles within operation; support team with tools and systems Owns financial results/P&L for districts in the territory, and works with leadership to ensure accuracy in reporting, forecasting, and budgeting Completes required reports on time as outlined by policy Ensures consistent and fair administration of all policies and procedures Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, or five (5) years progressive experience in multi-unit food service, hospitality management, plant operations management, environmental services, laundry, or other Support Services areas in lieu of degree Preferred Qualifications: Strong background in a leadership role with exposure to contract/budget management, customer service, people development, food services, negotiations, etc. Has a consistent track record and knowledge of growing a business, along with proven business and financial proficiencies. Has the ability to think quickly, analytically, strategically, and accurately Shows expert client relationship, influencing, presentation, listening, and communications (written and verbal) skills Champions the inclusive approach, and is proactive, positive, professional, flexible, and resilient Demonstrates initiative, ownership, multitasking, prioritization, and organization skills Proficient in the use of Microsoft Suite Extensive travel is required in this position Apply to Compass Group today! Click here to Learn More about the Compass Story Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law. Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. We encourage applicants with a criminal history (and driving history) to apply. Compass Corporate maintains a drug-free workplace. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. Associates at Corporate are offered many fantastic benefits. Medical Dental Vision Life Insurance/ AD Disability Insurance Retirement Plan Paid Time Off Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state) Associate Shopping Program Health and Wellness Programs Discount Marketplace Identity Theft Protection Pet Insurance Commuter Benefits Employee Assistance Program Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) Req ID: Compass Corporate STEPHANIE FREER req_classification
We are looking for a Senior Microbiologist to join our Food Safety Quality & Regulatory Affairs group at our office in either Omaha, Nebraska or Chicago, Illinois. As the Senior Microbiologist, reporting to the Microbiology Manager, you will be part of a team that is an important component of the food safety, quality, and microbiology program at Conagra. You will support and oversee an assigned set of manufacturing locations/product categories and serve as a leader for food safety and applied food microbiology by providing technical support to ensure implementation and adherence to regulatory compliance, food safety and quality of company products. In this role, you will work with internal and external stakeholders to serve as the liaison between corporate and the manufacturing plants. Travel may be up to 50% as needed mostly to the Central US/Midwest area. This is not a Microbiology Lab based role. Position Responsibilities Provide input and direction to the Conagra strategic food safety vision consistent with company direction and focus. Champion a positive food safety culture, take ownership, and empower others to take immediate action on matters concerning food safety. Develop sound food safety and quality programs to meet company and regulatory standards and ensure the adoption of best food safety and quality practices across the organization including pathogen environmental monitoring programs, food safety sampling and testing regimens, and leading-edge methods deployment. Conduct portfolio risk assessments and recommend risk mitigation strategies and approaches. Respond to food safety-related special situations and provide guidance and direction to the process. Interact with team members such as Operations, Quality, Scientific and Regulatory Affairs, Legal, and others on food safety-related issues, policies, programs and procedures. Collaborate with Procurement, Co-manufacturing Quality and others to ensure ConAgra's food safety standards are rigorously adhered to across the Global Supply Chain. Ensure that all appropriate pre-requisite programs to HACCP including training, GMP's, SSOP's, and others are developed and functioning as part of ConAgra's overall food safety system. Gathers and studies data to understand trends and issues in order to provide input to decisions related to product safety and quality in areas of assigned responsibility. Assists or supervises others in the organization within assigned technical areas of responsibility. Provides technical support and/or data analysis in managing situations and issues relative to quality and/or food safety. Conduct quality and food safety audits, individually or as part of a team at internal plant locations. Provides training to plant teams for issue management and procedure compliance. Works in the plant to resolve issues and assure food safety and quality of company products. Designs and implements processes and procedures within assigned technical area(s) of responsibility. Participates on cross functional teams to assure effective implementation and adherence of QA initiatives and process improvement of our suppliers. Assist in confirming Food Safety Plans (HACCP) are current, relevant, and executed effectively to meet Conagra standards, regulatory requirements (FDA and USDA), and prevent adulteration of product. Interfaces/provides technical support to appropriate functions and employees to assure regulatory compliance, food safety and quality of company products. Collaborates outside of FSQRA organization to drive efficiencies and effectiveness with regards to food safety and quality. Position Qualifications Bachelors degree in Food Science, Microbiology, or related field. 5+ years related industry experience. Graduate students with project experience within operations at a manufacturing plant will also be considered. Knowledge of HACCP and related food safety systems as applied at the food manufacturing plant level. Experience with government regulations (FDA/USDA/CDC/State, Local and international). Experience managing cross-functional teams and technical teams in the area of food safety. Food Safety experience required. Pharma experience also considered. Previous manufacturing plant experience or understanding of plant operations. Excellent report writing skills. Working knowledge of statistical and analytical tools. Depending on the needs of the business, operational impact at the plant level may require up to 50% travel. Must be able to travel independently and as a responsible Conagra representative. We require applicants for this role to be legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring employer sponsorship either now or in the future. Physical Requirements Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. periodically. Use of lab equipment and tools. Work in and around cramped/confined spaces. Climbing to various heights via stairs or ladders Exposure to manufacturing environments for periodic extended workdays to include loud noise, excessive heat, cold, wet, and slippery conditions. Exposure to food tasting and smells including all food allergens. Our benefits include medical, dental, vision, 15 vacation days, 6 additional days off and 10 paid holidays. Check out our 401k plan too! Conagra will match 100% up to the first 6% of pay you save. The company will also provide a 3% non-elective contribution to your account regardless of your participation (that's 9%)! Our Benefits: We care about your total well-being and will support you with the following, subject to your location and role: Health: Medical, dental and vision insurance, company-paid life, accident and disability insurance Wealth: great pay, incentive opportunity, matching 401(k) and stock purchase plan Growth: online courses, virtual and classroom development experiences Balance: paid-time off, parental leave, flexible work-schedules (subject to your location and role) Our Company: Conagra Brands is one of North America's leading branded food companies. We have a rich heritage of making great food, and a team that's passionate about innovation and growth. Conagra offers choices for every occasion through iconic brands, such as Birds Eye, Marie Callender's, Banquet, Healthy Choice, Slim Jim, Reddi-wip, and Vlasic, and emerging brands, including Angie's BOOMCHICKAPOP, Duke's, Earth Balance, Gardein, and Frontera. We pride ourselves on having the most impactful, energized and inclusive culture in the food industry. For more information, visit . 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.
Mar 16, 2024
Full time
We are looking for a Senior Microbiologist to join our Food Safety Quality & Regulatory Affairs group at our office in either Omaha, Nebraska or Chicago, Illinois. As the Senior Microbiologist, reporting to the Microbiology Manager, you will be part of a team that is an important component of the food safety, quality, and microbiology program at Conagra. You will support and oversee an assigned set of manufacturing locations/product categories and serve as a leader for food safety and applied food microbiology by providing technical support to ensure implementation and adherence to regulatory compliance, food safety and quality of company products. In this role, you will work with internal and external stakeholders to serve as the liaison between corporate and the manufacturing plants. Travel may be up to 50% as needed mostly to the Central US/Midwest area. This is not a Microbiology Lab based role. Position Responsibilities Provide input and direction to the Conagra strategic food safety vision consistent with company direction and focus. Champion a positive food safety culture, take ownership, and empower others to take immediate action on matters concerning food safety. Develop sound food safety and quality programs to meet company and regulatory standards and ensure the adoption of best food safety and quality practices across the organization including pathogen environmental monitoring programs, food safety sampling and testing regimens, and leading-edge methods deployment. Conduct portfolio risk assessments and recommend risk mitigation strategies and approaches. Respond to food safety-related special situations and provide guidance and direction to the process. Interact with team members such as Operations, Quality, Scientific and Regulatory Affairs, Legal, and others on food safety-related issues, policies, programs and procedures. Collaborate with Procurement, Co-manufacturing Quality and others to ensure ConAgra's food safety standards are rigorously adhered to across the Global Supply Chain. Ensure that all appropriate pre-requisite programs to HACCP including training, GMP's, SSOP's, and others are developed and functioning as part of ConAgra's overall food safety system. Gathers and studies data to understand trends and issues in order to provide input to decisions related to product safety and quality in areas of assigned responsibility. Assists or supervises others in the organization within assigned technical areas of responsibility. Provides technical support and/or data analysis in managing situations and issues relative to quality and/or food safety. Conduct quality and food safety audits, individually or as part of a team at internal plant locations. Provides training to plant teams for issue management and procedure compliance. Works in the plant to resolve issues and assure food safety and quality of company products. Designs and implements processes and procedures within assigned technical area(s) of responsibility. Participates on cross functional teams to assure effective implementation and adherence of QA initiatives and process improvement of our suppliers. Assist in confirming Food Safety Plans (HACCP) are current, relevant, and executed effectively to meet Conagra standards, regulatory requirements (FDA and USDA), and prevent adulteration of product. Interfaces/provides technical support to appropriate functions and employees to assure regulatory compliance, food safety and quality of company products. Collaborates outside of FSQRA organization to drive efficiencies and effectiveness with regards to food safety and quality. Position Qualifications Bachelors degree in Food Science, Microbiology, or related field. 5+ years related industry experience. Graduate students with project experience within operations at a manufacturing plant will also be considered. Knowledge of HACCP and related food safety systems as applied at the food manufacturing plant level. Experience with government regulations (FDA/USDA/CDC/State, Local and international). Experience managing cross-functional teams and technical teams in the area of food safety. Food Safety experience required. Pharma experience also considered. Previous manufacturing plant experience or understanding of plant operations. Excellent report writing skills. Working knowledge of statistical and analytical tools. Depending on the needs of the business, operational impact at the plant level may require up to 50% travel. Must be able to travel independently and as a responsible Conagra representative. We require applicants for this role to be legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring employer sponsorship either now or in the future. Physical Requirements Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. periodically. Use of lab equipment and tools. Work in and around cramped/confined spaces. Climbing to various heights via stairs or ladders Exposure to manufacturing environments for periodic extended workdays to include loud noise, excessive heat, cold, wet, and slippery conditions. Exposure to food tasting and smells including all food allergens. Our benefits include medical, dental, vision, 15 vacation days, 6 additional days off and 10 paid holidays. Check out our 401k plan too! Conagra will match 100% up to the first 6% of pay you save. The company will also provide a 3% non-elective contribution to your account regardless of your participation (that's 9%)! Our Benefits: We care about your total well-being and will support you with the following, subject to your location and role: Health: Medical, dental and vision insurance, company-paid life, accident and disability insurance Wealth: great pay, incentive opportunity, matching 401(k) and stock purchase plan Growth: online courses, virtual and classroom development experiences Balance: paid-time off, parental leave, flexible work-schedules (subject to your location and role) Our Company: Conagra Brands is one of North America's leading branded food companies. We have a rich heritage of making great food, and a team that's passionate about innovation and growth. Conagra offers choices for every occasion through iconic brands, such as Birds Eye, Marie Callender's, Banquet, Healthy Choice, Slim Jim, Reddi-wip, and Vlasic, and emerging brands, including Angie's BOOMCHICKAPOP, Duke's, Earth Balance, Gardein, and Frontera. We pride ourselves on having the most impactful, energized and inclusive culture in the food industry. For more information, visit . 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.
We are looking for a Senior Microbiologist to join our Food Safety Quality & Regulatory Affairs group at our office in either Omaha, Nebraska or Chicago, Illinois. As the Senior Microbiologist, reporting to the Microbiology Manager, you will be part of a team that is an important component of the food safety, quality, and microbiology program at Conagra. You will support and oversee an assigned set of manufacturing locations/product categories and serve as a leader for food safety and applied food microbiology by providing technical support to ensure implementation and adherence to regulatory compliance, food safety and quality of company products. In this role, you will work with internal and external stakeholders to serve as the liaison between corporate and the manufacturing plants. Travel may be up to 50% as needed mostly to the Central US/Midwest area. This is not a Microbiology Lab based role. Position Responsibilities Provide input and direction to the Conagra strategic food safety vision consistent with company direction and focus. Champion a positive food safety culture, take ownership, and empower others to take immediate action on matters concerning food safety. Develop sound food safety and quality programs to meet company and regulatory standards and ensure the adoption of best food safety and quality practices across the organization including pathogen environmental monitoring programs, food safety sampling and testing regimens, and leading-edge methods deployment. Conduct portfolio risk assessments and recommend risk mitigation strategies and approaches. Respond to food safety-related special situations and provide guidance and direction to the process. Interact with team members such as Operations, Quality, Scientific and Regulatory Affairs, Legal, and others on food safety-related issues, policies, programs and procedures. Collaborate with Procurement, Co-manufacturing Quality and others to ensure ConAgra's food safety standards are rigorously adhered to across the Global Supply Chain. Ensure that all appropriate pre-requisite programs to HACCP including training, GMP's, SSOP's, and others are developed and functioning as part of ConAgra's overall food safety system. Gathers and studies data to understand trends and issues in order to provide input to decisions related to product safety and quality in areas of assigned responsibility. Assists or supervises others in the organization within assigned technical areas of responsibility. Provides technical support and/or data analysis in managing situations and issues relative to quality and/or food safety. Conduct quality and food safety audits, individually or as part of a team at internal plant locations. Provides training to plant teams for issue management and procedure compliance. Works in the plant to resolve issues and assure food safety and quality of company products. Designs and implements processes and procedures within assigned technical area(s) of responsibility. Participates on cross functional teams to assure effective implementation and adherence of QA initiatives and process improvement of our suppliers. Assist in confirming Food Safety Plans (HACCP) are current, relevant, and executed effectively to meet Conagra standards, regulatory requirements (FDA and USDA), and prevent adulteration of product. Interfaces/provides technical support to appropriate functions and employees to assure regulatory compliance, food safety and quality of company products. Collaborates outside of FSQRA organization to drive efficiencies and effectiveness with regards to food safety and quality. Position Qualifications Bachelors degree in Food Science, Microbiology, or related field. 5+ years related industry experience. Graduate students with project experience within operations at a manufacturing plant will also be considered. Knowledge of HACCP and related food safety systems as applied at the food manufacturing plant level. Experience with government regulations (FDA/USDA/CDC/State, Local and international). Experience managing cross-functional teams and technical teams in the area of food safety. Food Safety experience required. Pharma experience also considered. Previous manufacturing plant experience or understanding of plant operations. Excellent report writing skills. Working knowledge of statistical and analytical tools. Depending on the needs of the business, operational impact at the plant level may require up to 50% travel. Must be able to travel independently and as a responsible Conagra representative. We require applicants for this role to be legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring employer sponsorship either now or in the future. Physical Requirements Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. periodically. Use of lab equipment and tools. Work in and around cramped/confined spaces. Climbing to various heights via stairs or ladders Exposure to manufacturing environments for periodic extended workdays to include loud noise, excessive heat, cold, wet, and slippery conditions. Exposure to food tasting and smells including all food allergens. Our benefits include medical, dental, vision, 15 vacation days, 6 additional days off and 10 paid holidays. Check out our 401k plan too! Conagra will match 100% up to the first 6% of pay you save. The company will also provide a 3% non-elective contribution to your account regardless of your participation (that's 9%)! Our Benefits: We care about your total well-being and will support you with the following, subject to your location and role: Health: Medical, dental and vision insurance, company-paid life, accident and disability insurance Wealth: great pay, incentive opportunity, matching 401(k) and stock purchase plan Growth: online courses, virtual and classroom development experiences Balance: paid-time off, parental leave, flexible work-schedules (subject to your location and role) Our Company: Conagra Brands is one of North America's leading branded food companies. We have a rich heritage of making great food, and a team that's passionate about innovation and growth. Conagra offers choices for every occasion through iconic brands, such as Birds Eye, Marie Callender's, Banquet, Healthy Choice, Slim Jim, Reddi-wip, and Vlasic, and emerging brands, including Angie's BOOMCHICKAPOP, Duke's, Earth Balance, Gardein, and Frontera. We pride ourselves on having the most impactful, energized and inclusive culture in the food industry. For more information, visit . 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.
Mar 16, 2024
Full time
We are looking for a Senior Microbiologist to join our Food Safety Quality & Regulatory Affairs group at our office in either Omaha, Nebraska or Chicago, Illinois. As the Senior Microbiologist, reporting to the Microbiology Manager, you will be part of a team that is an important component of the food safety, quality, and microbiology program at Conagra. You will support and oversee an assigned set of manufacturing locations/product categories and serve as a leader for food safety and applied food microbiology by providing technical support to ensure implementation and adherence to regulatory compliance, food safety and quality of company products. In this role, you will work with internal and external stakeholders to serve as the liaison between corporate and the manufacturing plants. Travel may be up to 50% as needed mostly to the Central US/Midwest area. This is not a Microbiology Lab based role. Position Responsibilities Provide input and direction to the Conagra strategic food safety vision consistent with company direction and focus. Champion a positive food safety culture, take ownership, and empower others to take immediate action on matters concerning food safety. Develop sound food safety and quality programs to meet company and regulatory standards and ensure the adoption of best food safety and quality practices across the organization including pathogen environmental monitoring programs, food safety sampling and testing regimens, and leading-edge methods deployment. Conduct portfolio risk assessments and recommend risk mitigation strategies and approaches. Respond to food safety-related special situations and provide guidance and direction to the process. Interact with team members such as Operations, Quality, Scientific and Regulatory Affairs, Legal, and others on food safety-related issues, policies, programs and procedures. Collaborate with Procurement, Co-manufacturing Quality and others to ensure ConAgra's food safety standards are rigorously adhered to across the Global Supply Chain. Ensure that all appropriate pre-requisite programs to HACCP including training, GMP's, SSOP's, and others are developed and functioning as part of ConAgra's overall food safety system. Gathers and studies data to understand trends and issues in order to provide input to decisions related to product safety and quality in areas of assigned responsibility. Assists or supervises others in the organization within assigned technical areas of responsibility. Provides technical support and/or data analysis in managing situations and issues relative to quality and/or food safety. Conduct quality and food safety audits, individually or as part of a team at internal plant locations. Provides training to plant teams for issue management and procedure compliance. Works in the plant to resolve issues and assure food safety and quality of company products. Designs and implements processes and procedures within assigned technical area(s) of responsibility. Participates on cross functional teams to assure effective implementation and adherence of QA initiatives and process improvement of our suppliers. Assist in confirming Food Safety Plans (HACCP) are current, relevant, and executed effectively to meet Conagra standards, regulatory requirements (FDA and USDA), and prevent adulteration of product. Interfaces/provides technical support to appropriate functions and employees to assure regulatory compliance, food safety and quality of company products. Collaborates outside of FSQRA organization to drive efficiencies and effectiveness with regards to food safety and quality. Position Qualifications Bachelors degree in Food Science, Microbiology, or related field. 5+ years related industry experience. Graduate students with project experience within operations at a manufacturing plant will also be considered. Knowledge of HACCP and related food safety systems as applied at the food manufacturing plant level. Experience with government regulations (FDA/USDA/CDC/State, Local and international). Experience managing cross-functional teams and technical teams in the area of food safety. Food Safety experience required. Pharma experience also considered. Previous manufacturing plant experience or understanding of plant operations. Excellent report writing skills. Working knowledge of statistical and analytical tools. Depending on the needs of the business, operational impact at the plant level may require up to 50% travel. Must be able to travel independently and as a responsible Conagra representative. We require applicants for this role to be legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring employer sponsorship either now or in the future. Physical Requirements Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. periodically. Use of lab equipment and tools. Work in and around cramped/confined spaces. Climbing to various heights via stairs or ladders Exposure to manufacturing environments for periodic extended workdays to include loud noise, excessive heat, cold, wet, and slippery conditions. Exposure to food tasting and smells including all food allergens. Our benefits include medical, dental, vision, 15 vacation days, 6 additional days off and 10 paid holidays. Check out our 401k plan too! Conagra will match 100% up to the first 6% of pay you save. The company will also provide a 3% non-elective contribution to your account regardless of your participation (that's 9%)! Our Benefits: We care about your total well-being and will support you with the following, subject to your location and role: Health: Medical, dental and vision insurance, company-paid life, accident and disability insurance Wealth: great pay, incentive opportunity, matching 401(k) and stock purchase plan Growth: online courses, virtual and classroom development experiences Balance: paid-time off, parental leave, flexible work-schedules (subject to your location and role) Our Company: Conagra Brands is one of North America's leading branded food companies. We have a rich heritage of making great food, and a team that's passionate about innovation and growth. Conagra offers choices for every occasion through iconic brands, such as Birds Eye, Marie Callender's, Banquet, Healthy Choice, Slim Jim, Reddi-wip, and Vlasic, and emerging brands, including Angie's BOOMCHICKAPOP, Duke's, Earth Balance, Gardein, and Frontera. We pride ourselves on having the most impactful, energized and inclusive culture in the food industry. For more information, visit . 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.