Maintenance Supervisor
WK Kellogg Co · Lancaster, PA
- Level
- Supervisor
- Team
- Reliability
- Base pay
- $77k–$96k
- Travel
- 10%
- Experience asked
- 20+ years
- Industry
- Food & beverage
- Posted
- 9 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A supervisor reliability role at WK Kellogg Co (food & beverage) in Lancaster, PA. You'll lead maintenance operations that support equipment reliability, plant performance, and continuous improvement.
- They ask for
- 20+ years
- Tools it names
- Lean, Root cause, SAP
- Base pay
- $77k–$96k
- Day to day
- some off-shift / weekend coverage · about 10% travel
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How this role compares
Against 165 other live reliability postings in Pennsylvania.
- Base pay
- About 10% below similar roles
- Experience asked
- More than usual (20+ vs 4+)
Typical $75k–$116k, from 6 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 4+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Team leadership 52%
- PLC 35%
- Welding 31%
- EHS / safety 22%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
Stands out: this posting asks for Lean, Cost reduction, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
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How to get in at this plant
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- 1
Pick 2–3 people on the Reliability team at WK Kellogg Co
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Send a short, curious note
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Turn a reply into a short call
Questions worth asking about this team:
- What does a normal week look like on your team?
- How does off-shift and weekend coverage work?
- The posting says about 10% travel. Between which sites?
- How did you land the job? What stood out in your interviews?
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This plant: WK Kellogg Co in Lancaster
1 other open role at this site.
- Manufacturing Reliability Engineer · Reliability
Maintenance Supervisor at WK Kellogg Co in other locations
WK Kellogg Co lists this title in 2 places. Pick the plant you can get to.
- Battle Creek, MI · $77k–$96k
Full description from WK Kellogg CoAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Here’s what you will be doing
- ◆Lead, coach, and develop maintenance team members to support safe, reliable, and efficient plant operations.
- ◆Coordinate and prioritize maintenance activities to maximize equipment uptime and support production needs.
- ◆Maintain work plans and schedules that improve equipment reliability and help drive long-term operational performance.
- ◆Partner with production, engineering, and plant leadership teams to address equipment issues and support business objectives.
- ◆Utilize root cause analysis and problem-solving methodologies to identify, troubleshoot, and resolve maintenance-related issues.
- ◆Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on reliability, efficiency, cost reduction, and waste elimination.
- ◆Identify, implement, and document maintenance best practices that improve equipment performance and support operational excellence.
- ◆Ensure maintenance work is performed in compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.
- ◆Monitor maintenance metrics and performance indicators to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
- ◆Provide leadership coverage and operational support across shifts as needed to meet staffing and business requirements.
Required
- ✓High School diploma or GED.
- ✓3+ years of experience as a Maintenance Supervisor within a manufacturing environment.
- ✓Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and develop team members.
- ✓Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to effectively troubleshoot operational and equipment-related issues.
- ✓Ability to communicate effectively and collaborate with employees at all levels of the organization.
- ✓Strong planning, organization, and prioritization skills.
- ✓Ability to adapt quickly, manage changing priorities, and shift focus based on business needs.
- ✓Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
- ✓Ability to work rotating weekend shifts.
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At WK Kellogg Co, we exist to create joy and connection to inspire Gr-r-reat days. We believe that doing good is always good for business and we have stood for this since Kellogg Company was founded more than 120 years ago. We are passionate about doing our part to make nutritious foods, create social connectivity and respect natural resources. Together, these actions create positive progress for people and the planet – today and for years to come. We have big plans for how we are going to accomplish this, and we would love for you to join us in this effort.
Position overview
Keeping a manufacturing operation running at its best takes strong leadership, technical expertise, and a team that can quickly respond to challenges. As a Maintenance Supervisor, you'll lead maintenance operations that support equipment reliability, plant performance, and continuous improvement. You'll work closely with production and maintenance teams to prioritize work, solve problems, and ensure critical equipment is maintained safely and effectively. This is an opportunity to make a direct impact on plant operations while developing and supporting a skilled maintenance workforce.
Preferred
- +Experience using SAP.
- +Experience leading maintenance teams within a food manufacturing or consumer packaged goods environment.
- +Knowledge of preventive maintenance, predictive maintenance, and reliability-centered maintenance practices.
- +Experience utilizing continuous improvement methodologies such as Lean Manufacturing or Root Cause Problem Solving.
- +Technical knowledge of manufacturing equipment, maintenance systems, and plant operations.
Work environment
- •This position is based within a manufacturing facility and requires frequent interaction with maintenance technicians, production teams, plant leadership, and cross-functional partners.
- •The role requires the ability to work in a fast-paced environment, manage multiple priorities, and respond to changing operational needs while maintaining a strong focus on safety, quality, and reliability.
Work schedule
- •This position is scheduled for 45 hours per week, working 9-hour shifts.
- •The role is primarily aligned to first shift; however, candidates must be willing and able to provide coverage on second or third shift for extended periods based on business and staffing needs.
- •Candidates must also be available to work rotating weekend shifts and provide additional support as needed to ensure continuity of plant operations.
- •Travel is expected to be less than 10%.
At WK Kellogg Co, our success depends on our most vital asset — our people. That’s why we’re committed to providing you with benefits and programs that support your Total Health and your journey to be and feel your best — physically, financially, emotionally, and socially. Although subject to change, the below are the benefits currently offered in association with this position:
- •Incentive Plan bonus eligibility
- •Health, dental and vision insurance
- •Savings and Investment Plan with Company match and contribution
- •Paid Time Off (includes paid sick time)
- •11 Paid Holidays
- •Life Insurance, AD and D Insurance and STD/LTD
- •Tuition reimbursement, adoption assistance for eligible employees
- •Employee recognition program
The above offerings are subject to the terms of WKKC policies, which will control in the event of a conflict with the above descriptions.
Our comprehensive and competitive benefits not only deliver value to you and your family but also offer choice to meet your unique needs and knowledge to empower confident decision-making.
About wk kellogg co
At WK Kellogg Co, we bring our best to everyone, every day through our trusted foods and brands. Our journey began in 1894, when our founder W.K. 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
