Are you the “go-to” expert for facilities operations, skilled in water systems, air compressors, building sprinkler systems, and electrical power distribution? Join our Kansas City, KS plant as a Facilities Technician, where you’ll play a vital role in keeping our environment safe, efficient, and running smoothly. This is a second shift position (2 pm – 10 pm), working all week. The starting hourly pay rate for this position is $37.93.

You’ll be part of a collaborative team that values technical expertise, problem-solving, and a commitment to safety. Here, your work will directly support our mission to deliver world-class products and maintain a top-tier facility.

A Taste of What You’ll Be Doing

• Technical Troubleshooting & Repairs – Diagnose, repair, and maintain building equipment assets such as natural gas-fired boilers, chillers, HVAC systems, and oxidizers.
• Facility Systems Maintenance – Perform millwork, carpentry, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical tasks to ensure optimal operation of plant systems and equipment.
• Project Leadership – Evaluate work orders, determine scope and procedures, and lead installation, maintenance, and repair projects—guiding other technicians as needed.
• Safety & Compliance – Consistently follow and enforce all safety, health, and quality procedures to support our production goals.
• Customer Service & Collaboration – Build strong relationships with plant partners, respond to issues with urgency, and conduct daily rounds to identify and resolve facility needs.

We’re Looking for Someone With

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Experience in facility maintenance within an industrial or manufacturing setting, including hands-on work with building systems such as HVAC, boilers, chillers, air compressors, water and sprinkler systems, and electrical power distribution.
• Demonstrated ability to perform both preventive and corrective maintenance, troubleshoot equipment issues, and ensure all systems operate safely and efficiently to support plant operations.
• Knowledge of standard tools, equipment, materials, and practices in building maintenance crafts.
• Ability to diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.
• Skill in reading, interpreting, and working from rough sketches, blueprints, and technical drawings.
• Familiarity with safety protocols and regulatory requirements related to facility operations.

What’s Next

Applications for this position will be accepted through January 26, 2026. 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 offerings vary by site but are competitive and generally include medical, dental, vision, life, accidental death & dismemberment insurance, along with an employee assistance program. Kellanova offers paid time off, paid holidays, and other leaves to promote work/life balance.

Where applicable, we offer income protection benefits such as supplemental life insurance and the ability to participate in a retirement plan. Part-time employees may have access to some of these benefits on a pro-rated basis.

Get to Know Us

At Kellanova, we are driven by our vision to be the world’s best-performing snacks-led powerhouse, unleashing the full potential of our differentiated brands and our passionate people. Our portfolio of iconic, world-class brands includes Pringles, Cheez-It, Pop-Tarts, MorningStar Farms, Special K, Krave, Zucaritas, Tresor, Crunchy Nut, among others.

Kellanova’s Culture of Best means we bring our best to all that we do in pursuit of our vision to be the world’s best performing snacks-led powerhouse. Our culture celebrates boldness and empowers our people to challenge the status quo, achieve results, and win together.

Our focus on Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (ED&I) enables us to build a culture of belonging where all employees have a place at the table and are inspired to share their passion, talents and ideas to work.

Mars has agreed to acquire Kellanova in a combination that will shape the future of snacking! The transaction is anticipated to close towards the end of 2025 (subject to customary closing conditions, including regulatory approvals). The companies remain separate until closing.

You can learn more at www.futureofsnacking.com, and our hiring teams will be happy to discuss further questions if your application advances in the hiring process.

The best brands. The best people. The best you.

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.