What are the responsibilities and job description for the Temporary Student Support - Continuous Improvement and Operational Excellence position at WK Kellogg Co?
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 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.
Join a team focused on Continuous Improvement and Operational Excellence, where you’ll help modernize our ways of working and contribute to the future of cereal.
This position is a part‑time Temporary Student Support (TSS) assignment that runs from May 2026 through December 2026, with the potential for extension.
This position is hybrid role requiring some onsite work in our Lancaster, PA plant. The average workload is approximately 20 – 25 hours per week during the Fall semester, but 30-35 hours per week during the summer. Students must be actively enrolled in college for the entire duration of the assignment.
Here’s What You’ll Be Doing
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 quality and delicious products while fostering communities. Our iconic brand portfolio includes Frosted Flakes, Rice Krispies, Froot Loops, Kashi, Special K, Raisin Bran, Frosted Mini Wheats, and Bear Naked. With a presence in the majority of households across North America, our brands play a key role in enhancing the lives of millions of consumers every day, promoting a strong sense of physical, emotional and societal wellbeing. Our beloved brand characters, including Tony the Tiger and Toucan Sam, represent our deep connections with the consumers and communities we serve. For more information, visit www.wkkellogg.com.
If we can help you with a reasonable accommodation throughout the application or hiring process, please email TalentAssist@wkkellogg.com
THE FINER PRINT
The ability to work a full shift, come to work on time, work overtime as needed and the ability to work according to the necessary schedule to meet job requirements with or without reasonable accommodation is an essential function of this position.
WK Kellogg Co 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 US Applicants
Where required by state law and/or city ordinance; this employer will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. For additional information, please follow this link.
Let’s create gr-r-reat days,
WK Kellogg Co Recruitment
Join a team focused on Continuous Improvement and Operational Excellence, where you’ll help modernize our ways of working and contribute to the future of cereal.
This position is a part‑time Temporary Student Support (TSS) assignment that runs from May 2026 through December 2026, with the potential for extension.
This position is hybrid role requiring some onsite work in our Lancaster, PA plant. The average workload is approximately 20 – 25 hours per week during the Fall semester, but 30-35 hours per week during the summer. Students must be actively enrolled in college for the entire duration of the assignment.
Here’s What You’ll Be Doing
- Be a Change Agent: Champion culture change and process transformation through activities like Kaizen events, RACI workshops, and Basic Problem-Solving workshops.
- Drive Continuous Improvement: Focus on analyzing Supply Chain processes to identify and eliminate losses, improve efficiency, and enhance Service, Delivery and Cost/Cash measures, i.e. Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), Case Fill Rate, Schedule Adherence, Factory Expense, Cycle Time, Takt Time.
- Apply Data-Driven Methodologies: Use tools such as Statistical Process Control, Root Cause Analysis, and Lean principles (Value, Waste, Flow, Pull, Perfection) to implement sustainable solutions that reduce waste, optimize workflows, and support development of a 3-Year Sustainable Cost Savings pipeline aligned with WK Kellogg Co’s Supply Chain Compelling Business Need (CBN) and Plant Goals.
- Collaborate with Inventory Management Team: Develop and document standard operating procedures related to inventory management and partner with procurement, supply chain, and operations teams to align inventory plans with business needs. Analyze inventory data to identify trends, inefficiencies, and opportunities for improvement.
- Leverage Advanced Tools: Utilize Work Process Improvement (WPI), DMAIC methodologies for structured problem-solving. Conduct bottleneck studies and Value Stream Mapping (VSM) to eliminate end-to-end supply chain losses.
- Student must be a Junior or Senior, preferably majoring in Engineering, Supply Chain, or Business Management
- Effective data analytics and graphical analysis skills
- Strong creative problem-solving skills
- Ability to learn new things quickly, often “on-the-fly” with technical manuals or experienced help
- Effective communication (both written and verbal) and interpersonal skills.
- Previous internship experience, leadership roles in school/volunteer clubs/organizations
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 quality and delicious products while fostering communities. Our iconic brand portfolio includes Frosted Flakes, Rice Krispies, Froot Loops, Kashi, Special K, Raisin Bran, Frosted Mini Wheats, and Bear Naked. With a presence in the majority of households across North America, our brands play a key role in enhancing the lives of millions of consumers every day, promoting a strong sense of physical, emotional and societal wellbeing. Our beloved brand characters, including Tony the Tiger and Toucan Sam, represent our deep connections with the consumers and communities we serve. For more information, visit www.wkkellogg.com.
If we can help you with a reasonable accommodation throughout the application or hiring process, please email TalentAssist@wkkellogg.com
THE FINER PRINT
The ability to work a full shift, come to work on time, work overtime as needed and the ability to work according to the necessary schedule to meet job requirements with or without reasonable accommodation is an essential function of this position.
WK Kellogg Co 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 US Applicants
Where required by state law and/or city ordinance; this employer will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. For additional information, please follow this link.
Let’s create gr-r-reat days,
WK Kellogg Co Recruitment