As an Associate Process Engineer, at our Jackson, TN, facility you’ll work cross-functionally to build capability in people and processes, while meeting and supporting your team’s goals of safety, quality, service, cost and sustainability. You’ll be involved in various projects across the site. These include: safety improvements, cost savings measures, new process integrations and process improvements.
A Taste of What You’ll Be Doing
Optimizing Processes – Keep the plant production processes efficient as you work to improve process flow, reduce inventory costs, decrease area loss and implement efficiency-promoting practices. You’ll execute projects by partnering with other key functions including: research and development, the manufacturing reliability team, the continuous improvement team and the autonomous maintenance team. Leading by Example and Coaching – Develop high-performing teams through Kellanova Work Systems tools that identify and analyze losses to develop solutions and control plans. Driving KPIs and Work Standards – Develop and lead plant manufacturing standards for the production lines. Promoting Best Practices – Share your key learnings as you learn best practices along the way. Providing Technical Support – Offer your professional support on production processes, equipment requirements for raw materials and finished goods, standards and specifications.
We’re Looking for Someone With
Bachelor's degree in a related field or HS GED with relevant work experience Experience in safety, ingredient management, manufacturing processes, packaging processes, quality and food safety, GMP and Lean Six Sigma principles within manufacturing environments
Compensation
The annual salary range is $80,200 - $105,210, which is based on various factors such as location, experience and skill. Discretionary bonuses based on company and individual performance are also available.
What’s Next
Applications for this position will be accepted through February 27, 2025. After you apply, your application will be reviewed by a real recruiter, so it may take us a few weeks to get back with you by email or phone. Visit our How We Hire page to get insights into our hiring process and more about what we offer. All applicants must have permanent legal authorization to work in the United States. Kellanova does not sponsor employment visas for this role.
Need assistance throughout the application or hiring process? Email USA.Recruitment@Kellanova.com.
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
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.
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.