Maintenance Mechanic

Are you someone who enjoys hands‑on work and thrives when solving mechanical challenges? Join our skilled maintenance team at our Rome, GA plant , where you’ll play a key role in keeping our production operations running safely and efficiently.

This is an on-site night shift position, working 5pm-5am, Thursday – Saturday and every other Wednesday. The starting pay for this position is $29.05 and increases to $30.51 after the first 60 days.

You’ll be part of a supportive, high‑energy team that values collaboration, continuous improvement, and craftsmanship. In this role, you’ll gain experience with a wide variety of industrial machinery and have opportunities to expand your technical skills while contributing to meaningful projects across the plant.

A Taste of What You’ll Be Doing

• Preventative Maintenance & Repair – Perform troubleshooting, repairs, and routine preventative maintenance on mechanical and electrical equipment, including industrial ovens.
• Equipment Setup & Changeovers – Prepare equipment for production runs, complete changeovers, and respond quickly to machine breakdowns to minimize downtime.
• Safety & Compliance Practices – Follow all established safety, health, quality, and company policies to maintain a safe and compliant work environment.

We’re Looking for Someone With

• High school diploma or GED
• Previous experience as a mechanic in a manufacturing setting
• Basic computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
• Demonstrated knowledge of behavior-based safety systems
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, lift, and complete repetitive physical tasks throughout the day, including occasionally lifting up to 50 pounds
• Consistent and reliable attendance is essential for this role

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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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 .