Reliability Manager

Socket.dev; Battle Creek (MI); On-site; USD 113,000 - 141,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus eligibility

Health insurance

Savings plan with company match

Paid time off

11 paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement/assistance

Employee recognition program

Job summary

WK Kellogg Co, Battle Creek, MI, seeks a Reliability Manager to lead continuous improvement projects and drive plant-wide reliability programs. You’ll supervise a salaried team, partner across functions, and influence budgeting and maintenance practices to reduce costs and improve OEE.

The role emphasizes data-driven decisions, training operators in autonomous maintenance, and delivering tangible cost savings while maintaining safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Passion for improvement and outside-the-box thinking.
• Proven experience leading continuous improvement projects.
• Exceptional ability to influence and lead cross-functional teams across the organization.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• High school diploma/GED or a bachelor’s degree in industrial/manufacturing engineer, technical or business discipline
• Experience with continuous improvement initiatives
• Food packaging and processing-related equipment experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop, plan and execute WK Kellogg Co Work Systems processes to improve equipment reliability.
• Supervise a salaried team and drive results.
• Participate in budgeting and plan cost containment strategies.
• Drive best practices in equipment reliability and total cost of ownership.
• Track KPIs related to costs, OEE, and service; set goals and measure progress.
• Analyze data on equipment failures and update maintenance plans.
• Provide training to operators on reliability and autonomous maintenance.

Skills

Continuous improvement

Leadership

Cross-functional teamwork

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree or high school diploma in industrial/manufacturing engineering, technical or business

Tools

Microsoft 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 a Reliability Manager on WK Kellogg Co’s manufacturing team, you’ll identify and deliver programs and processes essential to our plant operations within our business unit. You will plan and collaborate with other plant leaders to execute the Kellogg Work Systems and improvement efforts of site-wide programs, enabling the plant to produce great food at a low cost. We want you to take a new approach on what otherwise might be status quo.If you are an outside-the-box thinker and love to take an active role in positive change, you’ll fit right in!

This is an on-site position at our Battle Creek Plant.

HERE IS WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

• Thinking Long Term – Develop, plan and execute WK Kellogg Co Work Systems processes in order to improve equipment and system reliability within our incredible Battle Creek plant. Your insights and imagination will shape tomorrow!
• Leading to Achieve Results– Supervise a salaried team, driving strong partnerships and delivering gr-r-reat results. Not just keeping pace, but setting it, you’ll use your management skills every day.
• Using Tools for Success – Participate in the business planning and budgeting process. You’ll develop short- and long-term cost containment and reduction strategies, while delivering cost savings within the business unit.
• Empowering Efficiency – Determine and drive best practices in equipment reliability and total cost of ownership. You’ll take particular care to provide technical support for proactive maintenance.
• Strategizing to Win – Drive key performance indicators related to improved costs, OEE and service. You’ll make things happen by setting clear goals and measuring progress along the way.
• Tracking Data – Analyze data on equipment failures to improve our operations. You’llupdate equipment maintenance plans following data review. Using your eye for numbers and problem-solving, you’ll improve our processes one day at a time.
• Empowering Teams – Enhance the skills and expertise of your colleagues byproviding training on reliability and autonomous maintenance. Through training operators to perform minor maintenance tasks, you’ll increase our efficiency and effectiveness!

QUALIFICATIONS

• Passion for improvement and thinking outside the box!
• Proven experience leading continuous improvement projects.
• Exceptional ability to influence and lead cross-functional teams’ organization-wide.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• High school diploma/GED or a bachelor’s degree in industrial/manufacturing engineer, technical or business discipline
• Experience with continuous improvement initiatives
• Food packaging and processing-related equipment experience preferred.

Salary Range: $112,960 - $141,200

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