Title:  Continuous Improvement Manager

As the Kellanova Work System Manager, you’ll enhance plant performance through Continuous Improvement by focusing on improving Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) and achieving cost savings. Your role involves developing expertise in Kellanova Work Systems methodologies, systems, and tools. These methodologies cover various aspects, including safety, product quality, leadership, cost reduction, and employee performance. In this position, you’ll apply your leadership, organizational, and motivational skills.

Join the leadership team at our Eggo manufacturing facility, a zero waste to landfill site dedicated to sustainability and innovation. Enjoy complimentary, freshly made Eggo waffles daily and take advantage of exclusive discounts on popular Kellanova brands like Pop-Tarts, Cheez-Its, Club Crackers, Nutri-Grain bars, Pringles, and Rice Krispies Treats. Our newly remodeled lunchroom is stocked with refrigerated meals, beverages, and a variety of Keurig coffees and teas, ensuring a convenient and enjoyable work environment. Be part of a team that values creativity, sustainability, and delicious snacks, and help us lead the way in sustainable manufacturing.

A Taste of What You’ll Be Doing

• Leadership: Leads the Phase Progression Campaign for Kellanova Work Systems. Coaches Kellanova Work Systems center of excellence leaders and members. Trains and coaches leadership and management skills for all plant employees. Supports other Leadership in driving Kellanova Work Systems implementation. Coordinates Kellanova Work Systems training at all levels. Maintains positive relations with hourly workforce, plant management team, and corporate representatives.
• Business Acumen: Balances short-term business delivery with longer-term strategic priorities. Drives cost ideation and diagnostics. Executes High-Value Projects (SMED, ZLA, Problem Solving – 6W2H, Why-Why). Assists in annual budgeting process. Promotes standard work efforts.
• Kellanova Work Systems Champion: Actively supports Kellanova Work Systems activities within teams. Contributes to defining and executing the Master plan. Communicates Kellanova Work Systems activities and results. Integrates COEs and collaborates with Regional Kellanova Work Systems Directors. Ensures compliance with Corporate Kellanova Work Systems Standards. Acts as a technical resource for supervisors and managers. Champions safety initiatives.
• Efficiency Expert: Identifies process inefficiencies and loss sources. Coordinates cross-functional activities to eliminate inefficiencies. Tracks and communicates progress. Benchmarks and shares best practices. Manages variable labor accounts efficiently.

We’re Looking for Someone With

• Bachelor’s degree (Industrial Engineering or Manufacturing Engineering or technical or business field)
• Must have Total Predictive Maintenance (TPM) and Continuous Improvement (CI) (Lean, Six Sigma, KWS, IWS, HPO) experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suites

What’s Next

After you apply, your application will be reviewed by a real recruiter, so it may take us a few weeks to get back with you by email or phone. Visit our How We Hire page to get insights into our hiring process and more about what we offer.

Need assistance throughout the application or hiring process? Email USA.recruitment@kellanova.com .

If you join our team, you’ll be rewarded for the difference you make. Our comprehensive benefits offer you the support you need through your life events, big or small. Visit our benefits page & be sure to ask your recruiter for more specific information.

Get to Know Us

At Kellanova, we are driven by our vision to be the world’s best-performing snacks-led powerhouse, unleashing the full potential of our differentiated brands and our passionate people. Our portfolio of iconic, world-class brands include Pringles, Cheez-It, Pop-Tarts, MorningStar Farms, Special K, Krave, Zucaritas, Tresor, Crunchy Nut, among others.

Kellanova’s Culture of Best means we bring our best to all that we do in pursuit of our vision to be the world’s best performing snacks-led powerhouse. Our culture celebrates boldness and empowers our people to challenge the status quo, achieve results, and win together.

Our focus on Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (ED&I) enables us to build a culture of belonging where all employees have a place at the table and are inspired to share their passion, talents and ideas to work.

Mars has agreed to acquire Kellanova in a combination that will shape the future of snacking! The transaction is anticipated to close within the first half of 2025 (subject to Kellanova shareowner approval and other customary closing conditions, including regulatory approvals). The companies remain separate until closing.

You can learn more at www.futureofsnacking.com, and our hiring teams will be happy to discuss further questions if your application advances in the hiring process.

The best brands. The best people. The best you.

Kellanova is an Equal Opportunity Employer that strives to provide an inclusive work environment, a seat for everyone at the table, and embraces the diverse talent of its people. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information regarding our efforts to advance Equity, Diversity & Inclusion, please visit our website here.