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Conagra Brands

AMD SME (Subject Matter Expert)

Imlay City, Michigan, United States of AmericaPosted 2 days ago
Full-timeonsite

Job Description

Shift: various start times-various end times

Hourly Rate: $23.47 an hour + $0.25 shift differential

There are three opportunities for these roles, one is for first shift and two are needed for the afternoon shift. These positions have been created to support AMD initiatives. Qualified candidates will be interviewed. These are awarded roles.

Role Title: AMD SME (Subject Matter Expert)

Position Summary:

The AMD SME will be responsible to learn the critical components of the AMD Pillar and supporting systems. This job duty will require the person to lead and train on all AMD activities. By becoming an AMD SME, you will have a more in depth understanding of the inner workings of equipment and how it is kept at base condition and maintained. The AMD SME will be considered to have the skills and abilities for drumbeats and off-season AMD events.

Role Responsibilities

  • Lead and train on the safe Lock-Out of equipment to prepare for CIL (Clean-Inspect-Lube) activities
  • Learn and train on what are the "7" types of defects. Learn to identify equipment defects and teach others how to identify defects. Learn and train on how to use the defect handling system
  • Coaches Team Members on Centerlines, CIL and 5S standards. Understand the criticality of following these standards
  • Learn the theory of forced deterioration and sources of contamination
  • Troubleshoots problems and opportunities on the line (initial problem statements)
  • Performs line CIL and base condition tasks.
  • Learns and understand equipment operating metrics such and downtime, stops, and MTBF
  • Supports and conducts employee training
  • Attends AMD meetings
  • Responsible for ensuring supplies are available to perform CIL Tasks
  • Performs CIL checklists
  • Review and track equipment operating metrics
  • Coordinate with AMD Leads on resourcing
  • Ensures break rotation occurs timely (filling in when needed)
  • Reduce downtime
  • Create OPL's (One Point Lessons)
  • Key team member of the continued improvement of our equipment
  • Promotes a winning culture, builds a strong plant team
  • Utilize SAP for Defect Reporting and Analysis
  • Capability and skill development

Qualifications/ Education/Experience/Skills:

Education:

  • Available at drumbeat sessions and training
  • Previous Equipment Operation or Maintenance
  • Great way to build technical skills and expertise in machinery maintenance

Skills required:

  • Excellent reasoning skills – ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and make conclusions
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Excellent communication skills with good listening skills
  • Ambitious self-starter with ability to work with minimal direction
  • Strong problem-solving skills
  • Comfortable in a fast paced, changing environment
  • Comfortable working in manufacturing environment

Anticipated Close Date: July 31, 2026

Location: Imlay City, Michigan

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, 401(k)/pension eligibility, financial wellness programs and stock purchase plan

  • Growth: Career development opportunities, employee resource groups and team collaboration

  • Balance: Paid-time off 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.

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