Sanitation Process Engineer

Are You Ready to Make It Happen at Mondelēz International

We are the creators of Oreo Ritz Crackers Triscuit Sour Patch and Swedish Fish to name a few.

Join our Mission to Lead the Future of Snacking.

Make It with Pride. As part of the site Quality Team you will serve as the technical expert driving sanitation process optimization equipment cleanability improvements SSOP development and cleaning validation. You will play a key role in strengthening the technical foundations of our sanitation and GMP systems ensuring programs are scientifically sound efficient and effective. You will combine sanitation engineering expertise with strong problem-solving skills to analyze sanitation losses investigate sanitation failures and support hygienic design improvements. You will also work closely with Operations Engineering Maintenance and Quality to eliminate systemic barriers to cleaning improve verification systems and support Integrated Pest Management (IPM) through improved sanitation conditions and this role you will build capability across sanitation teams by simplifying technical concepts developing clear SSOPs and supporting training that drives consistent sanitation outcomes ensuring safe high-quality production every day.

How you will contribute
Lead sanitation process improvements such as cycle-time reduction cleanability enhancements wet-to-dry optimization and allergen/PEM risk reduction.
Conduct root-cause investigations into sanitation failures (ATP micro allergen FM repeat issues) and implement engineered corrective actions.
Own sanitation validation programs including protocol development verification methods documentation and revalidation triggers.
Develop and optimize SSOPs for complex or high-risk equipment ensuring clarity and effectiveness.
Partner with Engineering on hygienic design reviews equipment modifications and capital improvements to reduce sanitation and pest risks.
Analyze sanitation loss intelligence (pre-op delays ATP failures micro trends) and develop glidepaths for improvement.
Build sanitation capability by training supervisors and crew on cleanability chemicals troubleshooting and validation concepts.
Analyze IPM data to identify sanitation or structural drivers of pest activity and implement long-term corrective actions.
Provide technical support to supervisors during sanitation execution.
Monitor sanitation and IPM KPIs and support structured problem solving with Operations and Maintenance.
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What you will bring

A desire to drive your future and accelerate your career and the following experience and knowledge:
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills to identify root causes of sanitation issues and implement corrective actions.
Knowledge of zoning environmental monitoring and sanitation practices within food manufacturing environments.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams (Engineering Maintenance and Utilities).
Excellent communication skills with the ability to educate and influence teams on sanitation best practices.
Ability to work independently take initiative and manage projects with minimal direction.

More about this role

Bachelors degree in Food Science Chemical Engineering Industrial Engineering Microbiology or related field preferred

Education / Certifications:

Additional certifications in sanitation hygienic design or CIP systems are highly desirable.

Job specific requirements:
Minimum 3 years of experience in sanitation quality engineering or technical roles in food manufacturing.
Strong technical knowledge of cleanability design equipment sanitation validation and SSOP development.
Familiarity with continuous improvement tools (IL6S AM/PM pillars Lean/Six Sigma concepts).

Work schedule:

M-F 1st shift

The base salary range for this position is $77600 to $106700; the exact salary depends on several factors such as experience skills education and addition to base salary this position is eligible for participation in a highly competitive bonus program with possibility for overachievement based on performance and company results. In addition Mondelez International offers the following benefits: health insurance wellness and family support programs life and disability insurance retirement savings plans paid leave programs education related programs paid holidays and vacation time. Some of these benefits have eligibility requirements. Many of these benefits are subsidized or fully paid for by the company.

No Relocation support available

The United States is the largest market in the Mondelēz International family with a significant employee and manufacturing footprint. Here we produce our well-loved household favorites to provide our consumers with the right snack at the right moment made the right way. We have corporate offices sales manufacturing and distribution locations throughout the U.S. to ensure our iconic brandsincluding Oreo and Chips Ahoy! cookies Ritz Wheat Thins and Triscuit crackers and Swedish Fish and Sour Patch Kids confectionery products are close at hand for our consumers across the country.

Mondelēz Global LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Persons with Disabilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin disability protected Veteran status sexual orientation gender identity gender expression genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants who require accommodation to participate in the job application process may contact for assistance.

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