Kellogg Integrated Work Systems Manager

WK Kellogg Co; Battle Creek (MI); On-site; USD 118,000 - 147,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Incentive Plan bonus eligibility

Health, dental and vision insurance

Savings and Investment Plan with Match

Paid Time Off ( includes paid sick)

11 Paid Holidays

Life Insurance, AD&D and STD/LTD

Tuition reimbursement, adoption aid

Employee recognition program

Job summary

WK Kellogg Co. is seeking a KIWS Manager to lead and deploy WK Kellogg Integrated Work Systems across the Supply Chain, driving a zero-loss culture and Compelling Business Needs results. This role will coach COEs and collaborate with Planning, Maintenance, Engineering, Quality and Finance to optimize end-to-end processes.

You will focus on TPM and OEE, lead Value Stream Mapping, and foster a culture of continuous improvement across sites while aligning with regional and center leaders.

Qualifications

• Five years of manufacturing experience.
• Three years coaching or technical supervisory/managerial experience.
• Knowledge of Continuous Improvement Systems, TPM and High Performing Organizations.
• Ability to achieve business results through process improvements and COE integration.
• Knowledge of Continuous Improvement Process Optimization (CIPO).
• Understanding of Autonomous Maintenance, Reliability Maintenance, and Quality Food Safety Centers of Excellence.
• Strong workshop leadership and facilitation skills.
• Ability to audit teams and model against standards for people and systems.
• Ability to renew COE strategies and coach employees at all levels.
• Strong data analytics and graphical analysis skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deploy KIWS to drive zero-loss mindset and CBNs in Supply Chain.
• Coach and develop COEs; partner with planning, maintenance, engineering, quality and finance to optimize end-to-end processes.
• Identify value across the supply chain and facilitate VSM activities to uncover improvements.
• Lead COE strategy development and ensure KPI targets (OEE, CSL, schedule adherence) are met.

Skills

Data analytics

Communication

Coaching

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or technical discipline

Six Sigma Green Belt Certified

Tools

MS Office

Job description

At WK Kellogg Co, we exist to create joy and connection to inspire Gr-r-reat days. We believe that doing good is always good for business and we have stood for this since Kellogg Company was founded more than 120 years ago. We are passionate about doing our part to make nutritious foods, create social connectivity and respect natural resources. Together, these actions create positive progress for people and the planet – today and for years to come. We have big plans for how we are going to accomplish this, and we would love for you to join us in this effort.

As the Kellogg Integrated Work Systems (KIWS) Manager you will lead and deploy WK Kellogg Integrated Work Systems to build a Zero Loss mindset culture, enable 100% engagement and deliver Supply Chain Compelling Business Needs (CBN) results (i.e. Productivity, Service, Cost Avoidance, Cash Savings, Team Morale). Facilitating improvements and leading one of the Centers of Excellence for the Supply Chain.

Working Relationships: Reports to the Senior Manager of Supply Chain, WK – Integrated Work Systems and coaches Supply Chain Functional Partners: IBP, Deman, Finance, Growth and Remarketing.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

• Driving Supply Chain Excellence - Modeling the behaviors of KIWS towards delivering Supply Chain Excellence and a High Performing Organization. Deployment of KIWS Strategy aligned with the CBN (Compelling Business Needs). Support and driving Supply Chain Excellence, which includes Loss Identification and execution of Loss Elimination plans relevant to the COE losses.
• Kellogg Integrated Works System Site Leadership (KIWS) – Use the principles of Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) to ensure Process, Operational and ultimately Supply Chain Excellence. Coach critical systems, processes, and tools necessary to deliver Supply Chain Compelling Business Need (CBN) results, capability, and culture. In alignment with Supply Chain CBN, develops and deploys COE strategies and improves COE metrics, i.e. Plant Reliability (OEE), CSL Case Fill rate, Schedule Adherence and IWO .
• End-to-End Value Stream Leadership – As an SME (Subject Matter Expert), you will work across the Supply Chain to identify value as defined from the internal and external customer’s perspective. In this role you will identify and eliminate Supply network losses (material and product flows, information, and inventory / cash flows) and apply standards to sustain improvements. Leading and facilitating Value Stream Mapping (VSM) activities to identify improvement opportunities across the organization.
• Facilitating Across the Center– Partnering with other Center Element and Regional leads to lead critical enabling. Element leads take a key facilitation role across many of our sub-teams to tie the efforts and magnify the impact. Lead select COEs and the overall development of capability within the WK Kellogg Co Supply Chain / Manufacturing Sites. Partner with Planning, Supply Chain, Maintenance, Engineering, Quality, and Finance to optimize end-to-end business processes.

REQUIREMENTS

• Five years applicable work experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Three years coaching or technical supervisory/managerial experience.
• Precise knowledge and understanding of Continuous Improvement Systems, Total Progressive Maintenance and High Performing Organizations
• Can articulate and demonstrate ability to achieve business results through process improvements and integration with other Centers of Excellence
• Precise knowledge and understanding of Continuous Improvement Process Optimization (CIPO)
• Broad knowledge and understanding of Autonomous Maintenance (AM), Reliability Maintenance (RM), and Quality Food Safety (QFS) Centers of Excellence
• Strong technical workshop leadership and facilitation
• Can audit Teams and Model against standard for people and systems
• Ability to assess and renew COE strategies.
• Ability to coach employees at all levels of the organization.
• Effective data analytics and graphical analysis skill set
• Effective communication (both written and verbal) and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work with employees at all levels of the organization .
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a technical discipline and 5 years applicable work experience.
• 2 to 3 years technical supervisory/managerial experience.
• Six Sigma Green Belt Certified

Salary Range: $117, 920 – 147,400

Salary pay ranges are determined by role and level. Within the range, the successful candidate’s starting base pay will be determined based on factors including job-related skills, experience, certifications, qualifications, relevant education or training, and local market conditions.

At WK Kellogg Co, our success depends on our most vital asset — our people. That’s why we’re committed to providing you with benefits and programs that support your Total Health and your journey to be and feel your best — physically, financially, emotionally, and socially.

Although subject to change, the below are the benefits currently offered in association with this position:

• Incentive Plan bonus eligibility
• Health, dental and vision insurance
• Savings and Investment Plan with Company match and contribution
• Paid Time Off ( includes paid sick time)
• 11 Paid Holidays
• Life Insurance, AD and D Insurance and STD/LTD
• Tuition reimbursement, adoption assistance for eligible employees
• Employee recognition program

The above offerings are subject to the terms of WKKC policies, which will control in the event of a conflict with the above descriptions

Our comprehensive and competitive benefits not only deliver value to you and your family, but also offer choice to meet your unique needs and knowledge to empower confident decision-making.

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. Since then, we have embraced the same spirit of innovation and entrepreneurship in everything we do, channeling our founder’s passion and commitment to creating high quality and delicious products while fostering communities. Our iconic brand portfolio includes Frosted Flakes, Rice Krispies, Froot Loops, Kashi , Special K, Raisin Bran , Frosted Mini Wheats , and Bear Naked . With a presence in the majority of households across North America, 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. Our beloved brand characters, including Tony the Tiger and Toucan Sam, represent our deep connections with the consumers and communities we serve. For more information, visit www.wkkellogg.com .

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THE FINER PRINT

The ability to work a full shift, come to work on time, work overtime as needed and the ability to work according to the necessary schedule to meet job requirements with or without reasonable accommodation is an essential function of this position.

WK Kellogg Co 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 US applicants:

Where required by state law and/or city ordinance; this employer will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. For additional information, please follow this link .

Let’s create gr-r-reat days,

WK Kellogg Co Recruitment