Packaging Engineering

We are passionate about doing our part to make nutritious foods, create social connectivity and respect natural resources. The Packaging Engineer manages and leads the packaging equipment scope development and specification [Front End Loadings (FELs) and Technical Briefs] of multiple small to medium sized packaging engineering projects. Provides technical support and equipment technology expertise for Packaging Engineering issues to plants and projects. Typically manages multiple small and several medium size projects of medium complexity and works with support of a Sr. Engineer on a corporate and/or complex, large project.Reports to Group Engineering Manager or Director.Key project team member.Primary internal contacts are Processing Engineer, Packaging Materials, Marketing, Project Plant Liaisons, & Capital Director.Primary external contacts are equipment vendors, contract manufacturers, and Engineering Service Providers.The incumbent is expected to work a full shift, maintain regular and reliable attendance, and report to work as scheduled. The position requires flexibility to work overtime, as needed, and to adhere to varying schedules to meet operational requirements. This role typically requires 25-50 percent travel.Here's What You'll Be DoingDrive technical solutions for Growth/Innovation and Supply Chain, through delivery of cost-effective, high-quality scope (FELs, Tech Briefs) 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.Start to become an expert in one or more complete production systems and multiple unit operations. Collaborate as a SME, team leader, or Platform Leader.Provides information on technical issues with plants and project teams and has influence on technical aspects of projects. Leverage the people network, plant network, vendors, technologies, and experts around you to excel in your job and bring best value solutions for WK Kellogg.Learn and apply people safety and food safety standards and principles.Manage your career through self-initiated planning and training with the long-term view of having technically broad and deep expertise.Effectively use WK Kellogg tools and project flow documents.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.QualificationsBachelor's degree in engineering (or related field) and 4 years related work experience. Or a minimum of 10 years' experience in a technical role related to packaging equipment / manufacturing.Project experience in a packaging role or in the food industryDemonstrated ability to work and operate in a collaborative project environment.Develops the plan for completing the product development phase of a project.Provides significant input toward resolving conflicts in the project timeline.Manages conflicts between timelines of different projects.Prepares plans and reports to effectively coordinate work with plants, suppliers, and supply chain.Demonstrated ability to creatively solve problems that arise during plant testing and scale-up.Communicates effectively to influence project direction and management.Understands when to bring together key players to resolve project related issues.Functions effectively as a project team member and technical expert.Able to facilitate the participation of appropriate resources in project completion.Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) and/or Project Management experience a plus.Within the range, the successful candidate's starting base pay will be determined based on factors including job-related skills, experience, certifications, qualifications, relevant education or training, and local market conditions.At WK Kellogg Co, our success depends on our most vital asset — our people. Incentive Plan bonus eligibilityHealth, dental and vision insuranceSavings and Investment Plan with Company match and contributionPaid Time Off (includes paid sick time)11 Paid HolidaysLife Insurance, AD and D Insurance and STD/LTDTuition reimbursement, adoption assistance for eligible employeesEmployee recognition programThe above offerings are subject to the terms of WKKC policies, which will control in the event of a conflict with the above descriptions. About WK Kellogg CoAt WK Kellogg Co, we bring our best to everyone, every day through our trusted foods and brands. 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 we can help you with a reasonable accommodation throughout the application or hiring process, please email View email address on click.appcast.io 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.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.