Night Shift Operations Lead - Manufacturing Excellence

Loyalty Rules; Pikeville (KY); On-site; USD 121,000 - 159,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k) plan

Job summary

Kellanova’s Pikeville facility is seeking an Operations Supervisor to lead the night production team, ensuring safe, efficient operations and high-quality outcomes. This role reports to the Operations Manager and supports change management across the Accelerator division.

The candidate will oversee day-to-day manufacturing activities, drive continuous improvement, and develop frontline teams while maintaining a clean, safe work environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED with substantial supervisory experience in manufacturing.
• Knowledge of safety and/or quality programs and processes.
• Ability to prioritize multiple requests while maintaining accountability and execution.
• Ability to work an off shift.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Production Team on the assigned shift to meet production goals, changes, and schedules.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives (5S, RCA, LEAN) and drive efficiency.
• Provide direction and support to frontline operators; demonstrate servant leadership.
• Maintain a strong focus on safety (People and Food Safety) as core values.

Skills

Leadership/ Supervisory

Safety & Quality Programs

Prioritization & Accountability

Off shift availability

Education

High School Diploma or GED with supervisory experience

Job description

Kellanova’s Pikeville facility is seeking an Operations Supervisor to lead the night production team, ensuring safe, efficient operations and high-quality outcomes. This role reports to the Operations Manager and supports change management across the Accelerator division.

The candidate will oversee day-to-day manufacturing activities, drive continuous improvement, and develop frontline teams while maintaining a clean, safe work environment.