Title:  Manufacturing Reliability Site Lead I

As the Manufacturing Reliability Site Lead I, you’ll play a critical role in optimizing plant performance.  You’ll lead initiatives that improve Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), reduce costs, and foster a culture of continuous improvement.  This is an on-site role at our Cincinnati, OH manufacturing facility, where your leadership will directly impact production and team success.

At our Cincinnati plant we don’t just make crackers – we create experiences that bring people together.  From Townhouse to Club crackers, our team combines craftsmanship with innovation to deliver products enjoyed by millions.  Here, you’ll collaborate with passionate professionals, embrace cutting-edge methodologies, and contribute to a culture built on shared values and winning together.

A Taste of What You’ll Be Doing

• Lead and Inspire – You’ll guide the advancement of our continuous improvement framework, Kellanova Work Systems (KWS).  You’ll coach and train plant leaders and employees, helping them build leadership and management skills that drive success.  Your ability to foster strong relationships across all levels of the organization will be key to creating a collaborative and high-performing environment.
• Drive Business Performance – Balance short-term operational goals with long-term strategic priorities, ensuring that the plant meets its objectives.  This includes leading cost-reduction initiatives, executing high-value projects such as SMED and ZLA, and supporting the annual budgeting process.  Your focus on standard work practices will help maintain consistency and efficiency across operations.
• Champion Continuous Improvement – As the site’s continuous improvement advocate, you’ll define and execute plans that align with corporate standards.  You’ll communicate progress and results, collaborate with regional directors, and integrate Centers of Excellence to ensure best practices are shared and implemented.  Safety will remain at the forefront of your efforts as you act as a technical resource for supervisors and managers.
• Optimize Efficiency - Identify and eliminate process inefficiencies, coordinating cross-functional activities to improve productivity and reduce losses.  By benchmarking best practices and managing variable labor accounts effectively, you’ll help the plant achieve measurable improvements in performance and cost savings.

We’re Looking for Someone With

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related technical/business field, or equivalent years of experience in a similar role
• Proven experience with Total Predictive Maintenance (TPM) and Continuous Improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma, KWS, IWS, HPO)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Compensation

The annual salary range is $108,300 - $142,170, which is based on various factors such as location, experience and skill. Discretionary bonuses based on company and individual performance are also available.

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. 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.

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

Get to Know Us

We’ve always been driven to unleash the full potential of our differentiated brands and our passionate people. Our iconic, world-class brands at Kellanova include Pringles, Cheez-It, Pop-Tarts, MorningStar Farms, Special K, Krave, Zucaritas, Tresor, Crunchy Nut, among others.

Mars, Incorporated has acquired Kellanova in a transaction that brings together iconic brands, storied legacies and outstanding capabilities with a view to shape the future of snacking. You can learn more here, and our hiring teams will be happy to discuss further questions if your application advances in the hiring process.

Let’s shape the future of snacking.

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.