Job Description

POSITION OVERVIEW

As a Boiler Operator, you’ll play a critical role in keeping plant utilities running safely and efficiently. This position supports the performance of boilers, chillers, air compressors, and related systems that power our manufacturing operations. If you take pride in maintaining equipment reliability, responding quickly to issues, and working in a high-performance industrial environment, this role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful operational impact every day.

HERE’S WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

• Operate and maintain boilers, chillers, air compressors, cooling towers, and associated power plant equipment.
• Conduct preventative maintenance and routine inspections to ensure system reliability and performance.
• Test boiler water, cooling tower water, chilled water, and related systems, adding chemicals as required.
• Perform weekly inspection rounds and document system conditions.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues and support timely repairs to minimize downtime.
• Follow and enforce established safety, health, quality, and company policies and procedures.
• Partner with Operations, Quality Food Safety, and Environmental Health & Safety teams to ensure compliance and performance standards are met.
• Maintain accurate documentation and communicate equipment status clearly across shifts.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Demonstrated knowledge of power plant equipment and industrial utility systems.
• Experience operating large industrial chillers, high-pressure steam systems, and air compressors.
• Basic computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physical tasks including standing, walking, and repetitive motion.
• Effective communication skills and ability to work independently and collaboratively in a manufacturing environment.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Manufacturing and power plant setting with exposure to heat, noise, and industrial equipment.
• Work requires standing, walking, climbing, lifting, and physical activity throughout the shift.
• Fast-paced environment where attention to safety, compliance, and operational efficiency is critical.

WORK SCHEDULE

• 2nd Shift: 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM
• Overtime and weekend work may be required based on operational needs.

Salary Range: $44.56 USD per hour

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. Benefit offerings include:

• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Savings and Investment plan with Company match
• Pension
• Life Insurance AD and D
• 14 Paid Holidays
• Vacation eligible after one year of service

All wages and benefits are subject to collective bargaining agreements, which control in the event of a conflict with the above description.

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 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  .

WK Kellogg Co is proud to offer industry competitive benefits (Physical, Financial, Emotional, and Social) that vary depending on region and type of role. Be sure to ask your recruiter for more information!

If we can help you with a reasonable accommodation throughout the application or hiring process, please email [email protected].

Let’s create gr-r-reat days,

WK Kellogg Co Recruitment

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.

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