Sanitation Lead

The Sanitation Lead plays a crucial role in maintaining the cleanliness of our physical plant and equipment, ensuring a safe and sanitary environment. This position supports the Sanitation Supervisor by directing work activities and instructing employees on proper sanitation procedures.

The role is on-site in Rome, GA, following the 5 PM to 5 AM schedule either Sunday – Wednesday or Wednesday – Saturday shift with a pay of $27.58 an hour . This also involves working closely with a dedicated team to uphold high sanitation standards.

A Taste of What You’ll Be Doing

• Directing Work Activities – Assist the Sanitation Supervisor in maintaining the cleanliness of the physical plant and equipment.
• Instructing Employees – Provide guidance on work rules, methods, and procedures for assigned tasks.
• Monitoring Work Activity – Ensure safety rules and sanitation standards are followed, addressing any issues that arise.
• Cleaning and Sanitizing - Disassemble, wash, clean, and sanitize all production line equipment after a changeover to prevent cross-contamination.
• Maintaining Records - Check cleaning records for frequency, duration, temperature, concentration, and use of final sanitizing product.

We’re Looking for Someone With

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• Proficiency in using computers, specifically Microsoft Office and Excel.
• Ability to understand and follow safety rules, operating, and maintenance instructions.
• Detail-oriented with a high level of sanitation knowledge and experience.
• Capability to make independent decisions within well-defined guidelines.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to provide effective work direction and training.

What’s Next

Applications for this position will be accepted through August 12th, 2025. 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.

Need assistance throughout the application or hiring process? Email [email protected].

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 include 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 , 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 .