Title:  Plant Operations Manager

As a Plant Operations Manager in the Kansas City, KS Plant, you’ll help lead a state-of-the art manufacturing facility. If you have a proven track record of developing winning teams, are detail oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities, we invite you to join us! Your pride in leadership and continuous improvement will make you a great fit for our company and lead to your success.

In this role you will be a key decision maker ensuring our processes and teams are running efficiently. You’ll work with cross functional teams in operations, maintenance, safety, quality, and others to build capabilities across the site.

A Taste of What You’ll Be Doing

• Leading By Example – Serve as a member of the plant management leadership team, holding the Plant Operations department accountable for adherence to plant direction. You’ll show your commitment to positive results as you establish and ensure achievement of all unit Key Performance Indicators. As a meticulous manager and high achiever, you’ll ensure adherence to and continuous improvement for all area MCRS (multi-component reactions) elements.
• Engaging in Business Planning – Participate in the business planning and budgeting process by developing short and long-term cost containment and reduction strategies. You’ll oversee the execution of projects within your assigned area by monitoring project plans and status to ensure successful completion. We’ll look to you to ensure raw materials are converted into finished goods for your assigned areas and shifts.
• Focusing on Continuous Improvement – Deploy and sustain lean training to help staff meet the demands and challenges of our thriving business. With your help, the plant will comply with all employee safety, food safety and sanitation policies and regulations. As you manage and develop a team, you’ll demonstrate your dedication to making our company and its people even more effective.

We’re Looking for Someone With

• Demonstrated operations and managerial experience in a manufacturing setting
• Your expertise of applying lean principles and engaging others will set us up for success
• Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate others
• Strong problem solving and decision-making skills with the proven ability to manage complex situations
• Proficiency with computers, including the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, and Excel)
• High school diploma or GED 

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, 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.