Engineering Project Manager

Job description

As an Engineering Project Manager, you will inspire others and execute our capital projects within our Jackson, TN plant.

In this role, you will be heavily involved in the day-to-day engineering and construction projects.

Your keen ability to influence and plan will be what it takes to get the job done.

You will partner closely with the engineering team as well as outside vendors and site leadership to plan, execute, and deliver various projects across the site.

A Taste of What You’ll Be Doing

• Lead and Plan – Lead a portion of plant’s capital and capital expense planning, forecasting, and tracking processes for the facility related to Cost, Schedule, Performance, People Safety and Food Safety targets. You will utilize process’s defined by Kellanova Work Systems (KWS) and Kellanova Start UP Management (KSUM) to deliver successful project execution for projects at our site.
• Building Teams - Interact with design engineering, construction contractor, and drawing management personnel to improve overall capital execution performance and processes.
• Internal and External Partners – Leverage your people skills as you meet with internal and external customers including our Supply Chain and Engineering leadership, Process, and Packaging teams.
  
  External teams include Engineering and Construction Management Service Providers, Consulting Firms, Equipment Vendors, and Co-manufacturers.
  
  
• Financial Responsibility - Understand and apply Kellanova financial policies related to capital classification, asset set-up, capital guidelines and a few more. 

We’re Looking for Someone With

• Experience with direct supervision of contractors and construction activities
• Experience defining and leading project execution under multiple contracting strategies 
• Demonstrated strong project fundamentals and work processes 
• Bachelor of Science Degree in an engineering/technical discipline and three (3) years of engineering/Technical experience that includes project management OR a High School diploma/GED and six (6) years of engineering/technical experience including project management.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and other applicable computer software 
• Experience with Autodesk CAD/Vault

Compensation

The annual salary range is $115,400 - $151,410, which is based on various factors such as location, experience and skill.

Discretionary bonuses based on company and individual performance are also available.

What’s Next

Applications for this position will be accepted through October 10, 2025.

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.

Visit our How We Hire page to get insights into our hiring process and more about what we offer.

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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 is available.

Part-time employees may have access to benefits on a pro-rated basis.

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Get to Know Us

At Kellanova, we are driven by our vision to be the world’s best-performing snacks-led powerhouse, unleashing the full potential of our differentiated brands and our passionate people.

Our portfolio of iconic, world-class brands include Pringles, Cheez-It, Pop-Tarts, MorningStar Farms, Special K, Krave, Zucaritas, Tresor, Crunchy Nut, among others.

Kellanova’s Culture of Best means we bring our best to all that we do in pursuit of our vision to be the world’s best performing snacks-led powerhouse.

Our culture celebrates boldness and empowers our people to challenge the status quo, achieve results, and win together.

Our focus on Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (ED&I) enables us to build a culture of belonging where all employees have a place at the table and are inspired to share their passion, talents and ideas to work.

Mars has agreed to acquire Kellanova in a combination that will shape the future of snacking! The transaction is anticipated to close towards the end of 2025 (subject to customary closing conditions, including regulatory approvals).

The companies remain separate until closing.

You can learn more at  and our hiring teams will be happy to discuss further questions if your application advances in the hiring process.

Let’s shape the future of snacking.

Kellanova is an Equal Opportunity Employer that strives to provide an inclusive work environment, a seat for everyone at the table, and embraces the diverse talent of its people.

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.

For more information regarding our efforts to advance Equity, Diversity & Inclusion, please visit our website .  

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