WK Kellogg - Memphis, TN
posted 3 days ago
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 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. Come grow with us and have a positive impact on our organization. Engage with us in a role that will have a major impact on the corporation through execution and delivery of high-profile projects while providing a high level of leadership to the business. While you are at it, you'll be building your network and expertise in a thriving environment of professional development and teamwork. Together, we'll shape a stronger future for our company and your career.
Responsibilities
- Planning, managing, and executing capital projects against cost, schedule, performance, food safety, and people safety targets at our manufacturing facilities.
- Deliver lowest cost capital installation by selecting best value contracting strategies, utilizing industry knowledge and experience to challenge contractor estimates, influencing design constructability, pulling appropriate level of engineering, effective managing day-to-day site activities.
- Serve as primary liaison between plant activities and all engineering / construction activities.
- Contribute and support operations team with focus on delivering to plant strategy and critical business needs.
- Work and coordinate efforts of Service Providers and contractors to execute multiple projects.
- Provide leadership in the identification of ideas, the development of the business cases, and the determination of project feasibilities.
- Engage with key stakeholders in Supply Chain, Marketing, Safety, and Quality / Food Safety through proactive communication and alignment in order to improve project delivery models.
- Ensure compliance with all Federal, State and Local regulations / codes, as well as compliance with all Food Safety policies including allergen control / pest control guidelines, Good Manufacturing Principles (GMPs), etc.
- Foster a sense of teamwork and commitment by leading in a manner that encourages and values each person's unique contribution.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Engineer or Construction Management or a combination of education and significant years of related experience leading capital projects in industrial / manufacturing environment.
- Demonstrated ability to lead multiple technical disciplines and suppliers / vendors.
- Demonstrated strong project fundamentals (cost / schedule tracking, change management, risk identification, options analysis, etc.).
- Experience with direct supervision of contractors and construction activities.
- Ability to work as part of a team, with the capability to manage, communicate, and influence key stakeholders.
- Proficient in Microsoft applications and other project management software applications.
Nice-to-haves
- CPG industry experience.
- Exposure leading projects under contracting strategies such as T&M, Cost Plus, etc.
- Food Industry Sanitary Design and world class Occupational Safety experience.
- Six Sigma methodology.
Benefits
- Healthcare coverage, including vision and dental.
- Savings and Investments contributions and match.
- Paid Time Off.
- Life and AD&D insurance coverage.
