Quality and Food Safety Manager

Who are we?

Kellanova is now part of Mars Snacking, and this role exists within the “Accelerator” division of Mars Snacking. Accelerator is Mars Snacking's growth engine, focused on unlocking growth across high-potential categories and brands. Within Accelerator, the Better For You portfolio includes KIND ® , RXBAR ® , Nutri-Grain ® , Special K Bars ® , and Pure Organic ® and within Tasty & Wholesome, the portfolio includes Eggo, Rice Krispies Treats, Pop Tarts, and MorningStar Farms. Combining the scale of Mars with the agility of a growth business, we are driving innovation, accelerating performance, and transforming how we work through data, automation, and AI-enabled solutions.

We’re looking for passionate collaborators to help us become the foremost leader in Mars Snacking and positively impact society along the way. If you ’ re looking to be a part of an inspiring, energetic and entrepreneurial environment, you ’ ve found the right place.

What you ’ ll do

Are you passionate about driving world-class quality and food safety standards in a manufacturing environment? As a Quality and Food Safety Manager, you will lead quality, food safety, and sanitation programs for a key business unit within our Grand Rapids plant. In this highly visible leadership role, you'll partner closely with operations, plant leadership, and cross-functional teams to ensure compliance, strengthen food safety culture, and deliver products that meet the highest standards of excellence.

You’ll have the opportunity to influence plant-wide performance, lead a talented team in a 24/7 manufacturing environment, and drive continuous improvement initiatives that directly impact product quality, customer trust, and business results.

A Taste of What You'll Be Doing

• Lead Quality And Food Safety Programs – Oversee quality, food safety, and sanitation programs for the business unit, ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements, corporate policies, and industry standards.

• Drive Continuous Improvement – Identify risks, analyze trends, and implement sustainable improvements that enhance product quality, food safety performance, and operational effectiveness.

• Build Cross-Functional Partnerships – Collaborate closely with operations leadership, plant quality teams, and hourly associates to promote best practices, maintain compliance, and strengthen food safety culture.

• Develop And Lead Teams – Manage and coach quality, food safety, and sanitation leaders and associates, fostering accountability, capability development, and high performance across a 24/7 operation.

• Manage Audit Readiness And Compliance – Lead preparation, coordination, corrective action management, and follow-up activities for internal, customer, and third-party audits.

We're Looking for Someone With

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Microbiology, Biological Sciences, Engineering, or a related technical field

• Quality and food safety leadership experience within a manufacturing environment

• HACCP certification

• Knowledge of GMPs, preventive controls, and food safety regulations applicable to FDA, USDA, and CFIA standards

• Experience leading food safety, sanitation, and quality management systems

• Audit management experience, including internal and external audits

• Experience leading teams and managing technical and operational processes

Compensation

The annual salary range is $137,700 - $180,705, 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.

Need assistance throughout the application or hiring process? Email

[email protected].

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) .