Senior Manager of Engineering and Facilities

Come join our team as a Senior Engineering & Facilities Manager at our Zanesville, OH facility! In this critical leadership role, you will oversee Engineering, Facilities, Utilities, and site infrastructure, playing a key part in driving capital execution, asset health, and long-term technical strategy. You’ll be at the forefront of strategic decision-making while leading a high-performing technical team that supports our plant operations and future growth.

• Engineering & Capital Project Management:
  Lead and direct continuous technical improvement of the facility, equipment, and production systems. Partner with Corporate Engineering and external service providers to scope, justify, and execute capital projects — ensuring projects meet safety, quality, budget, and schedule expectations.
• Facilities, Utilities & Infrastructure:
  Oversee facilities, utilities, and site infrastructure to ensure compliance, safety, and operational readiness. Manage construction activities, facility upgrades, utility systems, and long‑term asset strategies to support business needs and growth.
• Strategy, Scorecards & Continuous Improvement:
  Partner with Global Engineering and Plant Leadership to deploy corporate technical strategies aligned with plant performance goals. Establish and drive function‑specific KPIs, leverage work systems, and apply continuous improvement and lean principles to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and optimize capital investment.
• Leadership & Talent Development:
  As a senior leader, set direction and technical standards for the site’s engineering and facilities functions. Promote collaboration, develop salaried technical talent, and build a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous learning.
• Budget & Financial Management:
  Ensure financial success by preparing, managing, and justifying engineering and facilities operation and capital budgets. Balance cost control with asset reliability, compliance, and long‑term sustainability.

• Comprehensive managerial and technical experience in a manufacturing or plant environment
• Demonstrated leadership of engineering and facilities functions
• Strong project management, communication, budgeting, and stakeholder engagement skills
• Experience leading capital projects, facility upgrades, and infrastructure improvements
• Ability to build strategic relationships with key stakeholders across the operation
• Experience working with SAP or similar ERP systems
• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Technical, or related field OR high school diploma/GED with extensive relevant experience

The annual salary range is $133,500-$183,590, which is based on various factors such as location, experience and skill. Discretionary bonuses based on company and individual performance are also available.

After you apply, your application will be reviewed by a real recruiter, so it may take us a few weeks to get back with you by email or phone. If you join our team, you’ll be rewarded for the difference you make. Our comprehensive benefits offer you the support you need through your life events, big or small. All applicants must have permanent legal authorization to work in the United States.

Kellanova does not sponsor employment visas for this role.

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, accidental death & dismemberment insurance, employee assistance program, short‑term disability coverage, and long‑term disability insurance. Also, voluntary income protection benefits such as supplemental life, accident, as well as a 401(k) plan with company contributions are available. Part‑time employees may have access to benefits on a pro‑rated basis. See  for more information.

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