Plant Operations Manager II

Loyalty Rules; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 146,000 - 154,000; Full time

Job summary

Kellanova Cincinnati plant is seeking a Plant Operations Manager II to lead a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Ohio. You will partner with cross-functional teams to drive production efficiency, safety, and quality while advancing continuous improvement.

The role demands strong leadership, budgeting, and the ability to manage multiple priorities. The successful candidate will mentor leaders and use the Kellanova Work System to elevate performance across the site.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated operations and managerial experience in a manufacturing setting.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Budgeting and Planning – Participate in the business planning and budgeting process by developing short and long-term cost strategies.
• Culture Ownership – People safety is our top priority here, you’re responsible for owning the department culture that includes safety, quality, and the overall organization.

Skills

Operations management

Leadership

Decision making

Problem solving

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Date: Oct 5, 2026

Category: Supply Chain and Operations

Country/Region: US

State: OH

Workplace: Onsite

Title: Plant Operations Manager II

Description:

As a Plant Operations Manager II in the Cincinnati, OH 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

• Budgeting and Planning – Participate in the business planning and budgeting process by developing short and long-term cost strategies
• Culture Ownership – People safety is our top priority here, you’re responsible for owning the department culture that includes safety, quality, and the overall organization.
• Learning and Development – Help our team grow and learn as you coach and develop leaders on the Kellanova Work System, look at employee performance development, recognition, compatibility, and employee progression / readiness.
• Driving Metrics – Measure Production, Delivery, Quality, Cost, Safety, and Morale through scorecards.

We’re Looking for Someone With

• Demonstrated operations and managerial experience in a manufacturing setting
• 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

Compensation

The annual salary range is $145,980 - $154,090, which is based on various factors such as location, experience and skill. Discretionary bonuses based on company and individual performance are also available.

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, accidental death & dismemberment insurance, employee assistance program, short-term disability coverage, and long-term disability insurance. Also, voluntary income protection benefits such as supplemental life, accident as well as a 401(k) plan with company contributions is available. Part-time employees may have access to benefits on a pro-rated basis. See KellanovaTotalHealth.com for more information.

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 .