Sanitation Manager

Mattoon, IL - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Description:

The Sanitation Manager is responsible for overseeing and managing all aspects of sanitation within the pet food manufacturing facility. This role ensures the facility meets all regulatory company and industry standards for cleanliness food safety and hygiene supporting the production of safe high-quality pet food products.

What we are looking for

Education

Bachelors Degree in Food Safety Microbiology Engineering Sciences or relevant technical discipline and/or experience

Qualifications

3 years of sanitation management experience in a food manufacturing environment preferably dry pet food or related industry
Knowledge of microbiology risk management approach for Environmental Monitoring Programs and approaches to reduce/ eliminate potential cross contamination from environmental contamination to finished product
Strong knowledge of quality and food safety regulations (FDA USDA FSMA) HACCP and GMPs. To include pest control
Ability to develop and manage site programs such as MSS and SSOPs. Ability to conduct validation and routine verification of sanitation programs and processes
Experience leading and developing teams.
Excellent organizational communication and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work flexible hours including nights and weekends as needed.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and sanitation management software.

Physical Requirements

Ability to stand walk and move throughout the facility for extended periods.
Capability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in varying temperature conditions.

Ability to work in environment that is manufacturing facility setting with exposure to cleaning chemicals machinery and noise.

Preferred Skills

Certification in food safety or sanitation (e.g. SQF HACCP PCQI).
Experience with dry pet food manufacturing equipment and processes.

What will be your key responsibilities

Sanitation Program Management:
Develop implement and maintain comprehensive sanitation programs and schedules for all production areas equipment and support spaces. Maintain accurate records of cleaning schedules chemical usage and corrective actions. Maintenance KPIs/reports for daily records audits and management review. Oversee inventory and proper usage of cleaning chemicals tools and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
Identify and lead opportunities to improve sanitation processes reduce downtime and enhance overall facility hygiene.
Compliance:
Ensure compliance with FDA USDA and other relevant regulatory agencies as well as company food safety standards and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs). Lead sanitation-related preparations for internal and external audits regulatory and third-party inspections.
Safety:
Promote a culture of safety ensuring all sanitation activities are performed in accordance with company safety policies and procedures.
Cross-Functional Collaboration:
Work closely with Quality Assurance Production Maintenance and other departments to resolve sanitation-related issues and support operational goals.
Team Leadership:
Supervise train and develop the sanitation team ensuring proper execution of cleaning procedures and adherence to safety protocols.

What can you expect from Mars

The opportunity to learn develop and take charge of your own career.
An industry competitive salary and benefits package.
To be respected and valued.
The Five Principles at the center of every decision we make.
The opportunity to work cross functionally add value and impact a better world for generations to come.

The base pay range for this position at commencement of employment is between the range listed below however base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors including but not limited to job-related knowledge skills and total compensation package for this position will include variable pay medical and dental benefits participation in 401k plan and paid time off of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an applicant receives an offer of employment.

The pay range listed is applicable to IL:USD 71207.00 - USD 97910.00

Required Experience:

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Job Description:The Sanitation Manager is responsible for overseeing and managing all aspects of sanitation within the pet food manufacturing facility. This role ensures the facility meets all regulatory company and industry standards for cleanliness food safety and hygiene supporting the production...