Continuous Improvement Engineer

Kellogg; Wrexham; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

As a Technology Owner at a leading company, you will maximize efficiency and performance within the plant. Your mission involves data analysis, driving cost-saving projects, and collaborating with a team to standardize best practices, contributing to a zero-loss environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a plant-based role focused on equipment performance.
• Understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles and CI methodologies.
• Ability to develop and execute strategic plans.

Responsibilities

• Analyse equipment loss data and prioritize improvement initiatives.
• Lead root cause investigations and implement sustainable solutions.
• Support the site’s Autonomous Maintenance journey by coaching operators.

Skills

Technical background

Problem-solving skills

Analytical skills

Stakeholder engagement

Efficiency improvement

Tools

Excel

SAP

Job description

As a Technology Owner, you will be responsible for maximising the efficiency and performance of specific equipment within the plant. Your mission will be to drive towards zero losses by leveraging data analysis, identifying improvement opportunities, and ensuring the successful implementation of solutions. You’ll also play a key role in standardising best practices across similar equipment to elevate performance across the site.

In this role, you’ll work closely with a team of five Technology Owners and report directly to the Continuous Improvement Manager. You’ll collaborate cross-functionally with teams in Maintenance, Operations, Environmental, Health & Safety, and QFS, and be based full-time at our Wrexham Manufacturing Plant.

A Taste of What You’ll Be Doing:

• Data-Driven Improvement – Analyse equipment loss data to identify and prioritise improvement initiatives.
• Root Cause Analysis – Lead root cause investigations using Continuous Improvement (CI) tools and implement sustainable countermeasures.
• Cost Optimisation – Drive cost-saving projects and efficiency improvements.
• Capability Building – Develop and deliver equipment-specific training, standards, and procedures to build operational capability.
• Autonomous Maintenance Support – Support the site’s Autonomous Maintenance (AM) journey by coaching operators and contributing to AM projects.
• Cross-Functional Training – Train support functions on equipment functionality and assist in technical investigations.
• Maintenance Enhancement – Collaborate with Reliability Engineers to enhance Routine Maintenance (RM) processes.
• Opportunity Pipeline – Facilitate loss identification workshops to maintain a robust pipeline of improvement opportunities.

We’re Looking for Someone With:

• Strong technical or operational background, ideally within a manufacturing environment.
• Proven experience in a plant-based role with a focus on equipment performance.
• Solid understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles and CI methodologies.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills, with proficiency in tools like Excel and SAP .
• Ability to develop and execute strategic plans effectively.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills across all levels.
• Self-motivated, organised, and capable of working independently.

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 to you by email or phone. Visit our How We Hire page to get insights into our hiring process and more about what we offer.

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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.

What does it take to be the best? Someone like 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 .