Smart Factory Coach
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Do you have a passion for smart manufacturing developing system and process capability in others implementing digital tools like Smart Factory apps AI and machine learning analytics and reporting data collection and coaching change management to adopt them and oh let us not forget traveling If yes come join our team as a Smart Factory Coach for the Salty Category with manufacturing sites in Kansas City KS Cary NC Cincinnati OH and Jackson TN where you will be doing just that and so much more. This position can be located in our Kansas City KS facility or remote.
In this role youll have the opportunity to lead us into being the best as we integrate our plants with Smart Factory and Industry 4.0. You will work closely with Supply Chain and IT leadership across our Salty Category resulting in exciting collaborations. Career growth possibilities are seemingly endless as you demonstrate your skillset and manage successful implementation and coaching across our sites.
A Taste of What Youll Be Doing
- Leadership Serving as a member of Kellanova North America KWS Smart Factory Leadership Team the incumbent will be leading category meetings to align direction with Salty plants. Mentor Plant Digital leads and continuous improvement teams to embed management within the site to use realtime data to gain insights to take action to improve performance and reduce losses.
- Alignment You will be a key player in collaborating with the KWS Director Digital Supply Chain and KNA Leadership COE in implementation and adoption of industry 4.0 solutions. Perform site visits to calibrate support and assess according to Global standards. You will also be responsible for directly aligning with our Kellanova Work Systems (KWS) phased implementation.
- Continuous Improvement and Development Responsible for the standardization of implementation as part of Digital Manufacturing capability building. Developing both system and process capabilities in manufacturing teams in all category sites. Accountable for compliance with all Employee Safety Food Safety and Sanitation policies and regulations.
- Keeping it interesting Position involves communication and coordination with all Kellanova Salty food plants. This position will require traveling to and working in other manufacturing facilities. 75 of your time will involve traveling and may require work beyond the normal hours shift and on weekends/holidays.
Were Looking for Someone With
- Technical degree or equivalent experience in Operations Engineering or IT
- Prior supervisory experience preferred.
- Thorough understanding of manufacturing with proven knowledge and experience in work systems methodologies.
- Proven ability to achieve business results through process improvements and capability building through People Process and Equipment.
- Experience with Lean 5S Work Process Improvement Problem Solving.
- Effective communication (both written and verbal) and interpersonal skills
- Proficiencywith computers including the Microsoft Office Suite (Word PowerPoint and Excel)
Whats Next
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.
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If you join our team youll be rewarded for the difference you make. Our comprehensive benefits offer you the support you need through your life events big or small. Visit our benefits page & be sure to ask your recruiter for more specific information.
Get to Know Us
At Kellanova we are driven by our vision to be the worlds bestperforming snacksled powerhouse unleashing the full potential of our differentiated brands and our passionate people. Our portfolio of iconic worldclass brands include Pringles CheezIt PopTarts MorningStar Farms Special K Krave Zucaritas Crunchy Nut among others.
Kellanovas Culture of Best means we bring our best to all that we do in pursuit of our vision to be the worlds best performing snacksled 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.
Were on a journey to be the best. You coming
Estimated travel is 75.
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 websitehere.
Employment Type
Full Time
