Production Supervisor

Kellanova Co.

$76K — $99K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or GED with solid leadership experience in manufacturing or operations.
  • Proven track record in managing safety and quality processes within a manufacturing setting.
  • Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple demands effectively during overnight shifts.
  • Strong technical skills, particularly in Microsoft Office applications.
  • Willingness to work 3rd shift and regularly cover weekends.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and oversee all activities of the 3rd shift operations to ensure safe and efficient production.
  • Supervise and coach hourly employees, promoting accountability and teamwork during overnight hours.
  • Participate in developing and executing compliance plans related to safety and quality standards.
  • Model and enforce safety and food safety practices while promoting Kellanova values on shift.
  • Adapt to dynamic operational demands, including staffing and production challenges prevalent in overnight environments.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
  • Life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance.
  • Employee assistance program.
  • Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
  • Voluntary income protection benefits, including supplemental life and accident insurance.
  • 401(k) plan with company contributions.
Full Job Description
As a Production Supervisor at Kellanova, you will play a key leadership role overseeing overnight manufacturing and warehouse operations. You will supervise hourly employees and ensure production and logistics plans are executed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with quality and regulatory standards. This role is ideal for a confident leader who thrives in an independent environment and enjoys making real-time decisions. Your leadership will directly support plant performance and operational continuity.

This is a 3rd shift position (10:00 PM - 7:00 AM) based at our Grand Rapids, Michigan plant, with regular weekend work required. During overnight hours, you will serve as one of the primary on-site leaders, supporting production, warehouse, safety, and site security functions. We value your insights and will rely on you to lead through operators and other hourly team members.

A Taste of What You'll Be Doing

  • Overnight Shift Leadership - Lead all activities on 3rd shift, ensuring production and warehouse operations run safely, efficiently, and according to plan.
  • Employee & Plant Support - Supervise, coach, and support hourly employees while fostering accountability, teamwork, and consistent execution during overnight operations.
  • Continuous Improvement & Compliance - Participate in the development and execution of plans and policies that ensure compliance across safety, quality, and regulatory standards.
  • Safety & Food Safety Leadership - Champion people safety and food safety by modeling Kellanova values and reinforcing safe work practices on every shift.
  • Operational Flexibility - Adapt to changing priorities, staffing needs, and production challenges common to overnight manufacturing environments.


We're Looking for Someone With

  • High School Diploma or GED with substantial, proven leadership and supervisory experience in manufacturing or operations
  • Demonstrated experience managing safety and/or quality programs and processes in a manufacturing environment
  • Ability to prioritize and manage multiple competing demands while maintaining execution and accountability on overnight shifts
  • Strong technical aptitude with proficiency in Microsoft Office
  • Availability to work 3rd shift (overnight) with regular weekend coverage


Compensation

The annual salary range is $76,200 - $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.

What's Next

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.

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