Plant Training Resource

WK Kellogg Co; Battle Creek (MI); On-site; USD 74,000 - 92,000; 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

11 Paid Holidays

Life Insurance

Job summary

WK Kellogg Co, Battle Creek, MI, is seeking a Plant Training Resource to build capability across the plant by supporting training programs, developing team members, and ensuring consistent execution of plant standards. This role suits someone who enjoys organizing and improving training processes to drive performance.

You will develop training materials, establish records and systems, train trainers, monitor budgets and metrics, and partner with plant leadership on development plans to elevate

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or HS Diploma/GED with 4+ years of related experience.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to train, coach, and influence leaders and frontline employees.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively across teams, including supervisors, vendors, and cross-functional partners.
• Experience supporting or developing training programs, materials, or learning initiatives.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Determine training department structure to include salaried and hourly employees.
• Create training department based on recommended structure and business need.
• Establish cross-functional relationships and support plant training initiatives across departments.
• Evaluate and update onboarding process.
• Develop and upskill training department employees.
• Create, maintain, and update training records, documentation, and tracking systems.
• Create skills matrix for salaried employees.
• Consolidate frontline training records and qualification lists across departments.
• Make and maintain audit-ready training records.
• Monitor qualification progression and ensure accurate tracking of employee development.
• Develop and update training programs, materials, and standard work documentation.
• Train and coach trainers and team members to support skill development and consistency.
• Track and report training budgets, participation, and effectiveness metrics.
• Support broader WK Kellogg training and development initiatives and programs.
• Manage training facilities, tools, and equipment to ensure readiness and accessibility.
• Gather data and generate reports to support training performance and decision-making.
• Support talent development initiatives for hourly employees and partner with plant leadership on training plans.
• Participate in continuous improvement efforts and help drive standardization and best practices across the plant.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Job description

• Experience developing a training department.
• Paid Time Off (includes paid sick time)

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.

Job Overview

As a Plant Training Resource, you’ll play a key role in building capability across the Battle Creek plant by supporting training programs, developing team members, and helping ensure consistent execution of plant standards. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with people, organizing and improving training processes, and making a visible impact on performance through learning and development.

Here’s What You Will Be Doing

• Determine training department structure to include salaried and hourly employees.
• Create training department based on recommended structure and business need.
• Establish cross-functional relationships and support plant training initiatives across departments.
• Evaluate and update/improve onboarding process.
• Develop and upskill training department employees.
• Create, maintain, and update training records, documentation, and tracking systems.
• Create skills matrix for salaried employees.
• Consolidate frontline training records and qualification lists across departments.
• Make and maintain audit ready training records.
• Monitor qualification progression and ensure accurate tracking of employee development.
• Develop and update training programs, materials, and standard work documentation.
• Train and coach trainers and team members to support skill development and consistency.
• Track and report training budgets, participation, and effectiveness metrics.
• Support broader WK Kellogg training and development initiatives and programs.
• Manage training facilities, tools, and equipment to ensure readiness and accessibility.
• Gather data and generate reports to support training performance and decision‑making.
• Support talent development initiatives for hourly employees and partner with plant leadership on training plans.
• Participate in continuous improvement efforts and help drive standardization and best practices across the plant.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or High School Diploma/GED with a minimum of 4 years of related experience.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to train, coach, and influence -leaders and frontline employees.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively across teams, including supervisors, vendors, and cross‑functional partners.
• Experience supporting or developing training programs, materials, or learning initiatives.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work off shifts as needed.

Preferred Requirements

• Strong performance skills to include communication, organization, analytical thinking, and adaptability to change.
• General knowledge of food manufacturing or industrial operations.
• Demonstrated ability to support training in a plant or production environment.
• Experience developing a training department.
• Previous experience with audits, skills matrix, and train-the-trainer programs.
• Exposure to daily management systems, standard work, and continuous improvement.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Combination of office and manufacturing plant environment.
• Regular use of computers, training software, and presentation tools such as projectors and learning aids.
• Role may require facilitating training sessions that involve extended periods of standing, presenting, and interacting with groups.
• Frequent time spent on the plant floor supporting training and development activities.
• Occasional work outside normal hours, including weekends or holidays, and minimal travel may be required.

Salary Range: $73,680 – 92,100

Benefits

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 includesFrosted Flakes, Rice Krispies, Froot Loops, Kashi,Special K, Raisin Bran,Frosted Mini Wheats, andBear 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, visitwww.wkkellogg.com.

WK Kellogg Co is proud to offer competitive industry benefits (Physical, Financial, Emotional, and Social) that vary depending on region and type of role. Be sure to ask your recruiter for more information!

If we can help you with a reasonable accommodation throughout the application or hiring process, please [e-mail].

Let’s create gr-r-reat days,

WK Kellogg Co Recruitment

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.

This position uses artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in the screening and assessment of applications.

This job posting is for a current vacancy.