Hourly Production Operator

WK Kellogg Co•Battle Creek, MI

6d•Onsite

About The Position

At WK Kellogg Co, we exist to create joy and connection to inspire Gr-r-reat days. We believe that doing good is always good for business and we have stood for this since Kellogg Company was founded more than 120 years ago. We are passionate about doing our part to make nutritious foods, create social connectivity and respect natural resources. 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. Grow with us in our Battle Creek, MI plant. We are looking for team players with a can-do attitude. In this role, attention to detail and strong communication skills are key as you help prepare some of the world’s favorite products for shipment. You’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams and be part of a value-driven, winning culture.

Requirements

High School Diploma / GED
Previous experience in a manufacturing environment (food manufacturing highly preferred)
Ability to stand for extended periods and lift to 50 pounds at or above waist level
Availability to work all shifts, up to 7 days/week and up to 16 hours/day
Strong attention to detail
Ability to follow verbal and written instructions, and basic math skills
Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment

Nice To Haves

Background in industrial or mechanical work

Responsibilities

Packing with Care – preparing our finished product in accordance with prescribed packaging procedures while producing high-quality packing of finished good.
Technical and Manual Machine Operating – work with computer-controlled equipment or more mechanically based machines to make sure they are set up properly, working well, and producing quality products.
Managing Machine Performance - make sure machines are stocked and working at full capacity, maintained well, and perform periodic checks while inspecting the product.
Following Best Practices – preparing equipment for production while adhering to Good Manufacturing Practices while using safety precautions
Set the Pace– you may know it as “processing”, but you’ll be responsible for setting production into motion by mixing the ingredients for our world-class cereal.