PLANT OPS MANAGER III
11/7/2009
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Job Overview
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Base Pay: N/A
Employee Type: Full-Time
Industry: Food
Sales - Marketing
Consumer Products
Manages Others: Not Specified
Job Type: Management
Req'd Education: High School
Req'd Experience: At least 5 year(s)
Req'd Travel: Not Specified
Relocation Covered: Not Specified
Contact: Not Available
Phone: Not Available
Fax: Not Available
Ref ID: 142455

Company Overview

Since 1906, people just like you have come to know Kellogg as a company they can rely on for great-tasting, high-quality foods. With 2006 sales of almost $11 billion, Kellogg Company is the world’s leading producer of cereal and a leading producer of convenience foods, including cookies, crackers, toaster pastries, cereal bars, frozen waffles and meat alternatives.

At Kellogg Company, we’re dedicated to the things that set us apart and make us better. With different backgrounds, cultures and experiences, everyone brings something valuable to our team. We thrive on the diverse talents of our employees, and we expect all of our team members to respect those talents. There’s always a better idea just around the corner and, with support, creative thoughts become brilliant working solutions. At Kellogg Company, it’s all about being yourself, being accepted, and being successful.
Job Description
Kellogg's is currently seeking a Plant Operations Manager III, duties are but not limited to the following:

Serves as a member of Plant Management Leadership Team. Hold department accountable for adherence to plant direction and policy.

Accountable for end to end process for assigned area/shift. Ensure processing, packaging, warehouse and maintenance targets and metrics are met. Accountable for SIC and SOL management. Accountable for assigned shift & responsible to integrate actions with other shifts.

Accountable for deployment, adherence and sustainability of Lean and K-Lean procedures and processes.

Accountable for compliance with all regulations; employee safety and food safety policies and procedures.

Establishes and ensures achievement of all unit KPIs; ensure adherence to and continuous improvement for all area MCRS elements

Responsible for assisting with/creating operating budgets and capital budgets with other department managers. Direct all department expense budgets with appropriate accounting information. Manage within the budget.

Accountable for execution of relevant projects within assigned area. Assign and monitor project related work to team members taking into account workload, deadlines, and team members' capabilities.

Responsible for talent management process for Operations employees.

Accountable for ensuring union contract terms & conditions are met for area of responsibility. Process grievances.

Maintain an in-depth understanding of the organization's strengths, weaknesses, and resources, identifying potential organizational problems and opportunities. Make strategic decisions, considering immediate and long-term implications, benefits and costs, and risks associated with decision alternatives. Communicate the strategic vision to employees and obtain their input and commitment, motivating them to work toward common plans and objectives. Communicate and reinforce roles and responsibilities of the team and how they support the strategies and values of Kellogg.

With 2008 sales of nearly $13 billion, Kellogg Company (NYSE:K) is the world's leading producer of cereal and a leading producer of convenience foods, including cookies, crackers, toaster pastries, cereal bars, frozen waffles, and meat alternatives.

The company's brands include Kellogg's�, Keebler�, Pop-Tarts�, Eggo�, Cheez-It�, All-Bran�, Mini-Wheats� Nutri-Grain�, Rice Krispies�, Special K�, Chips Deluxe�, Famous Amos�, Sandies�, Carr's�, Bear Naked�, Kashi�, MorningStar Farms�, Gardenburger� and Stretch Island�. Kellogg products are manufactured in 19 countries and marketed in more than 180 countries around the world.

Kellogg Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer who strives to provide an inclusive work environment that involves everyone and embraces the diverse talent of its people.

Kellogg EOE M/F/D/V
Job Requirements
Bachelor's degree in a related field plus a minimum of 5 years managerial experience or High School Diploma/GED plus a minimum of 10 years relevant work experience.

Candidate must have:
  • Effective communication (both written and verbally) and interpersonal skills
  • Demonstrated ability to manage complexity
  • Proficiency with computers, including the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, and Excel)
  • Ability to manage multiple and sometimes conflicting priorities
  • Proven ability to plan, organize, and effectively manage people
  • Strong problem solving, negotiating, and decision making skills
  • Ability to work with employees at all levels of the organization
  • Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate others
  • 10 to12 hour days are the standard, with on call responsibility 24/7/365.
  • Interaction across all three shifts is critical to the success of this role.
  • Candidate must be able to effectively function in a union environment and promote positive labor relations.

    It is preferred that the candidate have the following:
  • SAP experience
  • PI experience
  • Union experience
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