Title:  Mechanical Packaging Equipment Engineer

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 117 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.

As a Packaging Engineer you will lead the packaging equipment scope development and specification of multiple small to medium sized projects. In addition, you will provide technical support and equipment technology expertise for packaging engineering issues to plants and projects.  Your technical influence and impact will be company-wide!

This is a remote US based role.

HERE’S A TASTE OF WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

• Drive technical solutions for Growth/Innovation and Supply Chain, through delivery of cost-effective, high-quality scope and effective team collaboration.
• Deliver project accountabilities through effective risk management, drive scope alignment, leverage technical expertise (SMEs, Platform Leads) and standard designs and specifications.
• Have influence on technical aspects of projects - Provide information on technical issues with plants and project teams. Influence may be company- wide.
• Drive efficiencies, reliability and lower cost by advancing technologies and standard/specs for areas of expertise.
• Mentor and coach other engineers to advance the overall technical capability of the group.
• Learn and apply people safety and food safety standards and principles.
• Embrace, model, and encourage use of our WK Values and Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Principles, to make WK Kellogg Engineering a better place to work, grow, and contribute to Supply Chain and company goals.

YOUR RECIPE FOR SUCCESS

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related technical field and 4+ years related work experience.
• Substantial packaging equipment experience
• Availability to travel up to 50%

Compensation Insights: 

Salary Range: $99,780 - $124,730

Annual Bonus Percentage Target: 15%

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 www.wkkellogg.com. 

If we can help you with a reasonable accommodation throughout the application or hiring process, please email Recruitment@wkkellogg.com

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, sexual 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. For additional information, please follow this link.

Let’s create gr-r-reat days,

WK Kellogg Co Recruitment