WK Kellogg Co · 12 hours ago
Senior Manager, Kellogg Integrated Work Systems
WK Kellogg Co is dedicated to creating joy and connection through nutritious foods and social connectivity. The Senior Manager, Kellogg Integrated Work Systems will enhance plant performance by driving improvements in overall equipment effectiveness and cost savings through the application of KIWS methodologies.
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Responsibilities
Kellogg Integr-r-reated 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
Champion Continuous Improvement Process Optimization (CIPO) – Deploy CIPO strategies to prevent chronic loss and deliver business results. Lead critical standard work such as Daily Direction Setting, Cost Savings initiatives, Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), and Basic Problem-Solving
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 KIWS Capability Building – Ability to coach the KIWS Center of Excellence systems, processes, and tools. Ensure linkages to all other KIWS COEs across the Supply Chain
Work Process Improvement – Apply WK Kellogg’s best practices in your plant to reduce process and production risks. Help implement processes that improve reliability, reduce losses, and drive operational efficiency. Integrate with other teams like Reliability Maintenance, Autonomous Maintenance, EHS, and Quality to keep everything connected and running smoothly
Qualification
Required
Bachelor degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, technical or business field
CI (Lean, TPM, Six Sigma, KWS, IWS, HPO) experience required
5+ years applicable work experience in a manufacturing environment
3+ years technical supervisory/managerial experience
Precise knowledge and understanding of Continuous Improvement / Process Optimization, Total Progressive Maintenance and High Performing Organizations
Can articulate and demonstrate ability to lead the steps of Continuous Improvement Process Optimization and integration with other Centers of Excellence
Broad knowledge and understanding of Leadership, Autonomous Maintenance (AM), Reliability Maintenance (RM), and Quality Food Safety (QFS) Centers of Excellence
Broad knowledge and understanding of Customer Service & Logistics i.e. warehousing, transportation, distribution
Strong technical workshop leadership and facilitation
Demonstrated ability to coach employees at all levels of the organization
Effective data analytics and graphical analysis skill set (Excel and PowerPoint expertise)
Demonstrated leadership, problem solving, communication, change management skills, and the ability to influence across levels and areas of the business
Experience in technology or methodology trends across the industry
Benefits
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
Company
WK Kellogg Co
WK Kellogg Co is a leading food company in the U.S., Canada, and Caribbean.
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2025-07-10Acquired
2023-10-02IPO
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