Operations Supervisor

Kellanova Co; Cary (NC); On-site; USD 76,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) plan

Job summary

Kellanova is seeking an experienced Operations Supervisor to lead our night shift production team in Cary, NC. You will oversee daily manufacturing operations, ensure quality, and maintain rigorous safety protocols on a 5pm–5am schedule.

You will drive scheduling, resource allocation, and process improvements while building a capable, high-performing team through servant leadership and disciplined execution. This role emphasizes safety, cost awareness, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with substantial related proven leadership and supervisory experience in a manufacturing setting.
• Ability to work evenings on a night shift (5pm–5am).
• Proven track record of directing teams, ensuring safety and quality compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead night shift production team to achieve daily targets and manage material changes and schedules.
• Provide direction and support to operators, practicing servant leadership.
• Uphold safety and food safety standards as a core value of daily operations.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives (5S, RCA, LEAN) to optimize processes.

Skills

Leadership

Operations planning

Safety programs

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Kellanova is seeking an experienced Operations Supervisor to lead our night shift (5pm - 5am) production team in our Cary, NC plant. In this critical role, you’ll oversee the day-to-day operations of our manufacturing facility, ensuring seamless production, quality control, and adherence to safety protocols.

From coordinating production schedules to optimizing resource allocation, you’ll play a pivotal role in driving efficiency and meeting production targets. You’ll be leading various projects involving process optimization, cost reduction initiatives, and much more! Build your team to be the best as you build capabilities across your team.

A Taste Of What You’ll Be Doing

• Production Line Support – Lead all activities on your assigned shift working towards production goals, material changes, and schedules.
• Direction and Servant Leadership Result – Lead and demonstrate your people skills as you provide direction and support to your team of operators.
• Safety First – Our values are important to us; our people safety and food safety are two of them. Having a “safety first” attitude is an ingredient for success.
• Continuous Improvement – Have an owner’s mindset, and all acronyms that come with continuous improvement, 5S, RCA, and LEAN.

We’re Looking for Someone With

• Demonstrate knowledge of managing safety and/or quality programs and processes
• High school diploma or GED with substantial related proven leadership and supervisory experience in a manufacturing
• Ability to work evenings.
• The ability to prioritize and manage multiple competing requests while maintaining a culture of accountability and execution.

Compensation

The annual salary range is $76,160 - $99,960, which is based on various factors such as location, experience and skill. Discretionary bonuses based on company and individual performance are also available.

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.

Let’s shape the future of snacking.

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.

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.