Continuous Improvement Manager

1 day ago


Battle Creek, Michigan, United States WK Kellogg Co Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Continuous Improvement Manager to join our team at WK Kellogg Co. As a key member of our plant leadership team, you will drive improvements in safety, food safety, service, financial results, quality, and employee engagement.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead the plant-wide cost savings program to meet annual targets, including identification, validation, coaching, and execution of projects.
  • Develop and implement lean manufacturing strategies to improve Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) and reduce waste.
  • Establish and maintain plant KPIs and visual factory tools, and serve as the KPLAS/downtime reporting system owner.
  • Deploy and coach Lean practices, 5S, Kaizen, AM, and Kellogg Work Systems tools across all levels of the organization to deliver business results.
  • Identify process inefficiencies and lead activities using cross-functional resources to deliver business results.
Requirements
  • High School Diploma/GED required; Bachelor's degree in technical or business field with manufacturing experience in project and process management preferred.
  • Experience with Daily Direction Setting for a team to implement improvements in processes and people.
  • Well-versed in working with Operations and Training Departments to ensure progression of Operations Team members and mentoring Operations team members in manufacturing equipment concepts and processes.
About WK Kellogg Co

At WK Kellogg Co, we bring our best to everyone, every day through our trusted foods and brands. Our journey began in 1894, when our founder W.K. Kellogg reimagined the future of food with the creation of Corn Flakes, changing breakfast forever.

We have a presence in the majority of households across North America, and our brands play a key role in enhancing the lives of millions of consumers every day, promoting a strong sense of physical, emotional, and societal wellbeing.

We are committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment, a seat for everyone at the table, and embracing the diverse talent of our people.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer that strives to provide an inclusive work environment and welcomes applications from diverse candidates.



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