Part Time Entry Level Instrumentation & Controls Engineer Jobs

As a Controls Systems Engineer, you’ll play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth operation of our plant’s electrical systems and equipment. Under the guidance of the Engineering Manager, you’ll focus on the PCIS (Process Control and Information Systems) domain, contributing to action plans and driving our strategic vision. Your expertise in PLC programming, instrumentation, and controls will be essential as we strive for continuous improvement and overall facility success. This role is located onsite in our Jackson, TN plant.

You’ll be helping the Jackson plant as they strive to be the best through your collaboration with leaders across the site on various systems projects tailored towards the sites Factory of the Future automation program. They’ll be looking to you for your expertise creating opportunities to make a lasting impact on some of your favorite snack foods. As you excel in your role, there will be opportunities to work closely with leadership, gaining valuable insights and mentorship. High performance opens doors to advancement within our organization. The role serves as a steppingstone for broader responsibilities and leadership positions.

A Taste of What You’ll Be Doing

• Improving and Innovating – Own the performance of the plant’s PLC software systems and network, electrical drawing system and all power systems work. This could include hardware, software, plant and system wide architecture and surplus assets. Crucially, you’ll ensure the successful delivery and use of these technologies. You will collaborate with the Sr. Systems Engineer to promote common systems, leveraging of scale and future integration possibilities.
• Supporting and Delivering Key Projects – Share your expertise and demonstrate leadership for all PCIS projects and site initiatives to meet business needs. To provide and capture the scope of each project, you will work with the processing and packing departments and develop relationships with global engineering and vendors. You won’t keep the pace – you’ll set it!
• Developing Capabilities – Coach and develop the engineering support organization and daily operation leadership. You will manage training for site resources and ensure expertise around legal and Kellanova Company requirements. We’ll grow together every day!

We’re Looking for Someone With

• Associate’s degree in engineering or related field OR GED and experience in a related field
• Experience working with PLC programming (RS Logix/ Rockwell/Allen Bradley) and National Electrical Code
• Intermediate to advanced experience with AutoCAD software
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to successfully manage internal and external relationships
• Strong capacity to influence when working with technicians, managers, and other resources

Compensation

The annual salary range is $83,000 - $109,400, 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

USA.Recruitment@Kellanova.com.

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.