Maintenance Supervisor

WK Kellogg•Battle Creek, MI

19d•$76,560 - $95,700•Onsite

About The Position

At WK Kellogg Co’s Battle Creek, Michigan facility, the Maintenance Supervisor supports production by providing leadership coverage and managing projects. The role is fast-paced and flexible to business needs, and contributes to maintenance programs and processes essential to plant operations. The supervisor develops and motivates teams, provides immediate leadership relief, and leads projects to improve efficiency and food production. The position is scheduled for 10 p.m. to 7 a.m., with flexibility to work other shifts and rotating weekends as needed.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED and related work experience.
Strong technical aptitude and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and SAP software.
Ability to communicate effectively and solve problems.
Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate others and work with employees at all levels of the organization.
3–5 years of supervisory experience or equivalent in a manufacturing environment.
Ability to work the 10 p.m.–7 a.m. shift and flexibility to work other shifts if needed.
Ability to work rotating weekend shifts.
Ability to work a full shift, arrive on time, work overtime as needed, and follow the schedule necessary to meet job requirements, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Responsibilities

Help maintain work plans that support and improve plant equipment reliability.
Foster inclusion, continuity, and continuous improvement across departments through effective communication.
Direct, train, and develop maintenance team members for their assigned areas and shifts.
Use problem-solving and root cause analysis to resolve or mitigate maintenance issues.
Identify opportunities to eliminate cost and waste by applying LEAN manufacturing principles.
Identify, implement, and document maintenance and reliability best practices.
Provide immediate leadership relief and manage projects that improve operational efficiency.