Maintenance Manager

Maintenance Manager at Kellanova summary:

Senior maintenance leader responsible for plant-wide reliability strategy, preventive and predictive maintenance programs, and maintenance budgeting to maximize uptime and asset performance. Manages supervisors, skilled trades, and support staff while driving safety, training, and continuous improvement using CMMS, TPM, RCM, FMEA and predictive technologies. Role includes leveraging modern tools (3D printing a plus), setting safety/compliance benchmarks, and collaborating with operations at a large food manufacturing plant.

Step into a role where your expertise drives measurable results and sets the benchmark for operational excellence. As the Reliability & Maintenance Manager at our Grand Rapids Plant, you’ll lead the strategy for maintenance planning and reliability—maximizing uptime, efficiency, and asset performance across one of our most critical sites. Your leadership will shape plant-wide decisions, optimize costs, and elevate safety standards, making your impact both visible and lasting.

We’re offering a $10,000 sign-on bonus to welcome you to the team. Combine that with the opportunity to implement advanced technologies, champion predictive maintenance, and lead initiatives that define the future of reliability, and you’ll see why this role stands out. Join a collaborative leadership team and make a measurable difference from day one.

A Taste of What You’ll Be Doing

• Drive Reliability Strategy – Collaborate with operations and maintenance teams to improve equipment performance and manage the maintenance parts budget effectively.
• Plan & Execute Maintenance – Lead preventive and predictive maintenance programs using root cause analysis and advanced CMMS tools.
• Champion Safety Excellence – Strengthen site-wide safety programs and set consistent benchmarks for compliance and protection.
• Develop High-Performing Teams – Manage supervisors, skilled trades, and support staff while driving training and capability building.
• Leverage Technology – Utilize modern tools for reporting and analysis; experience with 3D printing is a plus.

We’re Looking for Someone With

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Industrial Technology, or related field
• Extensive experience in plant maintenance or reliability leadership
• Expertise in CMMS systems and maintenance budgeting
• Proven success implementing TPM, RCM, FMEA, and predictive/preventive maintenance strategies
• Experience managing large teams of salaried and hourly employees
• Strong track record in developing and sustaining safety programs

Compensation

The annual salary range is $109,280 - $143,430, 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

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 is available. Part-time employees may have access to benefits on a pro-rated basis. See KellanovaTotalHealth.com for more information.

Need assistance throughout the application or hiring process? Email [email protected].

Get to Know Us

We’ve always been driven to unleash the full potential of our differentiated brands and our passionate people. Our iconic, world-class brands at Kellanova include Pringles, Cheez-It, Pop-Tarts, MorningStar Farms, Special K, Krave, Zucaritas, Tresor, Crunchy Nut, among others.

Mars, Incorporated has acquired Kellanova in a transaction that brings together iconic brands, storied legacies and outstanding capabilities with a view to shape the future of snacking. You can learn more here , 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 here .

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maintenance manager, reliability engineering, preventive maintenance, predictive maintenance, CMMS, TPM, RCM, FMEA, plant maintenance, asset management