As a Plant Operations Manager in the Jackson, TN Plant, you’ll help lead a state-of-the art manufacturing facility. If you have a proven track record of developing winning teams, are detail oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities, we invite you to join us! Your pride in leadership and continuous improvement will make you a great fit for our company and lead to your success.

In this role you will be a key decision maker ensuring our processes and teams are running efficiently. You’ll work with cross functional teams in operations, maintenance, safety, quality, and others to build capabilities across the site.

A Taste of What You’ll Be Doing

• Budgeting and Planning – Participate in the business planning and budgeting process by developing short and long-term cost strategies

• Culture Ownership – People safety is our top priority here, you’re responsible for owning the department culture that includes safety, quality, and the overall organization.

• Learning and Development – Help our team grow and learn as you coach and develop leaders on the Kellanova Work System, look at employee performance development, recognition, compatibility, and employee progression / readiness.

• Driving Metrics – Measure Production, Delivery, Quality, Cost, Safety, and Morale through scorecards.

  We’re Looking for Someone With

• Demonstrated operations and managerial experience in a manufacturing setting

• Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate others

• Strong problem solving and decision-making skills with the proven ability to manage complex situations

• Proficiency with computers, including the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, and Excel)

• High school diploma or GED

  What's 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 (https://www.kellanovacareers.com/en/working-here/hiring-process.html) to get insights into our hiring process and more about what we offer.

  Need assistance throughout the application or hiring process? Email USA.Recruitment@Kellanova.com .

  If you join our team, you’ll 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 (https://www.kellanovacareers.com/en/working-here/benefits.html) & 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 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, 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.

  The best brands. The best people. The best you.

  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 (https://www.kellanovacareers.com/en/our-impact/equity-diversity-and-inclusion.html) .