Global Facilities Technology Lead

Are you ready to lead the future of global infrastructure at Kellanova? We’re seeking a seasoned facilities engineering leader to drive high-impact building and architectural programs across our global manufacturing network. This role leads initiatives including new construction, retrofit upgrades, quality improvement, and productivity and capacity optimization, ensuring our facilities are built for performance, safety, and innovation.

 

You’ll be part of a global team that collaborates with vendors, manufacturing sites, and corporate leadership to shape the future of our facilities. This is a high-visibility role offering strategic influence, cross-functional collaboration, and the opportunity to make a lasting impact on the infrastructure powering the world’s most loved snack brands. Travel may reach up to 30%, allowing for a balanced mix of global engagement and focused execution. We prefer candidates based in Chicago, IL or Battle Creek, MI, but are open to remote arrangements for the right person.

 

A Taste of What You’ll Be Doing

 

• Champion Global Safety Standards – Lead the development and verify use of consistent safety, food safety, and sanitary design standards across all facility projects.
• Drive Technical Leadership – Serve as the global expert for facility design and construction, providing guidance and insight to North America and international manufacturing teams.
• Architect the Future – Define and execute the strategic vision for facility innovation, ensuring alignment with long-term business goals and operational excellence.
• Forge Strategic Partnerships – Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external partners to translate business needs into scalable, high-impact facility solutions.
• Own Program Delivery – Lead end-to-end management of global facilities programs, including budgeting, scheduling, execution, and performance tracking.

 

We’re Looking for Someone With

 

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or related technical field.
• 10+ years of hands-on experience leading facilities engineering, large-scale construction, or capital improvement projects preferably in manufacturing or industrial environments.
• A proven track record of managing multi-site programs with measurable outcomes in safety, efficiency, and cost optimization.
• Influencing skills, with the ability to engage senior leadership, cross-functional teams, and external partners.
• A strategic mindset with demonstrated success in driving innovation, standardization, and continuous improvement across global operations.
• Comfort navigating ambiguity, making data-driven decisions, and leading through change in a fast-paced, matrixed global organization.

 

Compensation

 

The annual salary range is $142,720 - $187,320, 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 November 12, 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.

 

All applicants must have permanent legal authorization to work in the United States. Kellanova does not sponsor employment visas for this role.

 

Need assistance throughout the application or hiring process? Email USA.Recruitment@Kellanova.com.

 

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