Senior packaging automation engineer Job at Kellanova, Battle Creek, MI

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  • Kellanova
  • Battle Creek, MI

Job Description

As a Senior Packaging Automation Engineer, you will be accountable for providing the necessary direction and leadership to ensure technical success and technical performance across our Packing and Warehouse Automation platforms. In this role, you will significantly define our Automation Program and Warehouse Material Handling future concepts, including preparation for regional scalability and standardization.

In this role, you will lead and shape the future of our Automation Program and Warehouse Material Handling initiatives. This role offers the opportunity to develop and implement innovative automation projects that enhance productivity, safety, and quality across multiple locations. Location options for this role are Cary, Jackson, Rome, Grand Rapids, Chicago, and Battle Creek. Travel to our project locations is estimated at 30%-50%.

A Taste of What You'll Be Doing
  • Project Execution - Develop initial scopes, ballpark cost, charters, stage gate reviews, business alignment, technical specifications, operational performance criteria, and final cost estimates, and assist installation and equipment startup of warehouse and distribution center-related capital projects. Work with 'Global Technology Owners' to identify and align standard equipment menu's for Packaging/Warehouse Equipment types and operating principles. Lead automation/warehouse/distribution center Communities of Practice.
  • Partnering with the Business - Build partnerships with our Supply Chain, Engineering & KWS ("K" Work Systems) teams to identify the opportunities where Warehouse and Material Handling Automation can add value, increase productivity & reduce risk. Balance creative, non-constrained concepts for the 'Automated Material Handling Lines of the future' with practical experience and data-based decisions to identify opportunities to increase productivity across the existing install base.
  • Enhance Technology Performance & Standardization - Develop key strategic relationships with OEMs. Define and align global standards for Packaging and Warehouse Automation. Lead breakthrough technology development.
We're Looking for Someone With
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering with 8-10+ years of technical experience with relevant Technology OR Significant technical experience 10+ years with relevant technology
  • Experience driving transformational change within manufacturing environments df
  • Experience working closely with engineering/operations/maintenance functions in a manufacturing environment
  • Demonstrated ability to work globally, guiding and influencing across all regional teams and many capital projects
Compensation

The annual salary range is $130,500 - $171,255, depending 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 26, 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 includes Pringles, Cheez-It, Pop-Tarts, MorningStar Farms, Special K, Krave, Zucaritas, Tresor, and 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 and our hiring teams will be happy to discuss further questions if your application advances in the hiring process.

What does it take to be the best? Someone like you.

The hiring manager for this role is Christopher Singleton. This is a Global Level 5 equivalent role. Internal applicants received after February 26, 2025, are considered late-stage and may not be reviewed.

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

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Full time, Temporary work, Work visa,

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