Continuous Improvement Engineer | Omaha, NE

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  • Location: Omaha, NE

  • Company: WK Kellogg

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 K-IWS Manufacturing Reliability Site Resource, you will play a key role on WK Kellogg Company’s manufacturing team by driving plant initiatives to improve overall equipment effectiveness (OEE).

We’re hoping you can take a new angle on what otherwise might be ordinary. You’ll use your technical knowledge to deliver cost savings through building capability in Kellogg Integrated Work Systems (K-IWS) methodologies, systems and tools. Excited for what lies ahead? We are

too. Based in one of our largest and most progressive manufacturing facilities in Omaha, NE, you’ll help create continuous improvement initiatives that engage teams while focusing on leadership, safety, food safety, quality and overall methods and performance.

Take your career further with a company that cares about your success! At WK Kellogg Company, we are committed to shaping the future of our industry. We look forward to forging new paths and inspiring new thinking as we work to create joy and connection to inspire Gr-r-reat days. HERE'S A TASTE OF WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING Leveraging Tools for Success – Deploy K-IWS strategic methodologies, systems and tools to deliver site OEE and cost

savings goals. As a fast learner, you’ll quickly become an expert in autonomous maintenance, reliability maintenance, problem solving and process mapping to achieve key objectives.

Driving Continuous Improvement – Integrate system health and project monitoring into current K-IWS structure to ensure sustainability of improvements. You’ll anticipate the next big opportunity as you aim for excellence every day! Strategizing to Win – Collaborate with hourly personnel and supervisors to identify and troubleshoot chronic and sporadic losses through data analysis. Additionally, you’ll positively impact our results as you utilize K-IWS systems and tools to reduce minor stops and breakdowns.

Enabling Efficiency – Build capability on the reliability maintenance center of excellence team to effectively plan, schedule and execute work. You’ll install and sustain the breakdown elimination and equipment classification systems. Your analytical thinking will lead us toward the future with confidence! Fostering Positive Change – Enable capability for others to function within the K-IWS environment. We’ll rely on you to drive and support cost ideations and diagnostics, tracking and communicating projects for visibility between other plant functions and teams. Empowering Teams – Develop and execute training for operations, leadership and plant associates on K-IWS methodologies, systems and tools.

As an effective trainer, you’ll also support plant implementation of AM and RM by coaching supervisors and managers to ensure their capability to lead work teams. YOUR RECIPE FOR SUCCESS High school diploma or GED and experience in continuous improvement initiatives or bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering, Manufacturing engineering, or another technical or business field Proven experience leading continuous improvement projects (Lean, TPM, Six Sigma, KWS, IWS, HPO) Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization is required, the ability plan work and manage multiple priorities is preferred.

Demonstrated ability to influence others, along with good problem solving and analytical abilities is preferred. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite 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.

Our benefit offerings include: Healthcare coverage, including vision and dental. Savings and Investments contributions and match Paid Time Off Life and AD&D insurance coverage 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 . If we can help you with a reasonable accommodation throughout the application or hiring process, please email xyz X@. 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, interactionual 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.

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