Lead Operator

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Kellanova is investing £75 million in its cereal plant in Wrexham, aiming to make it the largest cereal manufacturing site in Europe. As part of this expansion, we are looking for a passionate and experienced Lead Operator to join our team in Wrexham. This onsite role is based primarily at our Wrexham plant and encompasses all aspects of an FMCG production facility, including a busy, high-volume manufacturing plant and office environments.

Reporting to the Shift Line Lead, you’ll be a hands-on member of a team responsible for operating relevant equipment to deliver plant performance. You will deputise for the Area Lead on a voluntary basis as required. The Lead Operator structure in Operations aims to deliver sustained business performance improvement in a standardised format across Wrexham plant operations.

Responsibilities

• Work Area Management: Ensure compliance with documentation/standards and escalate issues to Area Lead.
• Improvement Activities: Drive and execute daily improvement activities (Safety, Food safety, Golden 6, food reviews).
• MSS Tasks: Complete and sign off MSS tasks.
• Employee Development: Participate in employee Development Review process for self and team development.
• Performance KPIs: Deliver all relevant performance KPIs in the team area.
• Autonomous Maintenance: Complete AM tasks to drive equipment towards zero loss and manage individual equipment as an owner, including training and documentation.

Qualifications

• Organisational, interpersonal, and communication skills: Critical for training to build team capability.
• Ability to handle a variety of tasks and prioritise self.
• Numeracy and attention to detail: Skills to report information both verbally, written, and system-based.
• Practical skills and understanding of equipment transformations: Critical for AM equipment ownership and training.

What’s Next

After you apply, your application will be reviewed by a real recruiter, so it may take a few weeks to hear back by email or phone. Visit our How We Hire page to learn about our hiring process and what we offer. For assistance throughout the application or hiring process, email European.recruitment@kellanova.com.

If you join our team, you’ll be rewarded for the difference you make. Our comprehensive benefits offer support through life events. Visit our benefits page and ask your recruiter for more details.

About Us and Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

At Kellanova, we are driven by our vision to be the world’s best-performing snacks-led powerhouse, with iconic brands including Pringles, Cheez-It, Pop-Tarts, MorningStar Farms, Special K, Krave, Zucaritas, Tresor, Crunchy Nut, among others. We foster a culture of boldness, empower our people to challenge the status quo, and strive for results together. Our focus on Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion enables a culture of belonging where all employees have a place at the table. Mars has agreed to acquire Kellanova in a transaction expected to close in the first half of 2025, subject to approvals. Details at www.futureofsnacking.com.

Equal Opportunity Statement: Kellanova is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides an inclusive work environment. 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 protected characteristic.

For more information about Equity, Diversity & Inclusion, please visit our website.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing
• Industries: Consumer Goods