Manufacturing Production Lead

Kellanova • Rome, GA • 4h ago

Join us at Kellanova as a Manufacturing Production Lead at our Rome, GA Plant, where you'll play a critical role in producing Rice Krispies Treats for snack lovers everywhere! This is an on-site position at a unionized facility, where you'll lead and coordinate daily production activities, ensuring compliance with safety and food quality standards while driving efficiency and continuous improvement.

The starting pay rate for this position is $28.96 per hour. You'll be part of a collaborative team that values precision, safety, and innovation. This role offers opportunities to lead, coach, and contribute to process improvement projects, giving you exposure to advanced manufacturing practices and digital tools.

Schedule: This position follows a rotating 4-3 schedule, meaning you will work four days one week and three days the next.

1st Shift: 4:30 AM - 5:00 PM

2nd Shift: 4:30 PM - 5:00 AM

The rotation includes:

Week 1: Monday & Tuesday, Friday & Saturday

Week 2: Sunday, Wednesday & Thursday

A Taste of What You'll Be Doing

Ensure Safety Compliance - Monitor and enforce OSHA, food safety, and plant safety policies to maintain a secure work environment.

Coordinate Production Activities - Oversee daily line operations, material control, and changeover processes to ensure smooth production flow.

Monitor Quality Standards - Perform checks on product quality, paperwork accuracy, and equipment functionality to meet compliance requirements.

Lead and Coach Team Members - Provide direction to machine operators and material handlers, and coach new hires on Autonomous Maintenance steps.

Drive Continuous Improvement - Utilize digital tools and participate in process improvement projects to enhance efficiency and performance.

We're Looking for Someone With

High school diploma or GED

Proven leadership experience in a manufacturing setting

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physical tasks as needed

Knowledge of safety processes and regulations

Mechanical aptitude and familiarity with digital tools for production monitoring

Willingness to work weekends, holidays, and variable shifts

Commitment to regular attendance and punctuality in accordance with company policies

What's Next

Applications for this position will be accepted through February 20th, 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. 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 (https://betterdayspromise.kellanova.com/equity-diversity-inclusion) .

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