Sanitation Manager

  • All Posting Locations: Avon, NY, US
  • Job Functions: Quality
  • Date Published: August 29, 2024
  • Ref#: R-85872

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About the Role

Job Description

Job Purpose

The Sanitation Manager is responsible for leading the implementation of the Kraft Heinz Sanitation Program throughout the manufacturing plant. This position is the technical liaison between the plant, Headquarters, sanitation chemical company, and third-party sanitation provider (where applicable). Provides leadership and direction to the entire plant in night shift including production, packaging, plant security and safety.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

  • Oversee and lead the implementation of the Kraft Heinz Management System (KHMS) and operational standards as outlined in the factory accountability list in order to achieve targeted metrics
  • Provide leadership and training for production personnel to complete production line and facility sanitation as required by the Master Sanitation Schedule, Daily Tasks, Maintenance Work Schedule, and Production Schedule.  
  • Technical liaison between factory personnel, sanitation chemical supplier, Headquarter Quality Assurance, and third-party sanitation provider (where applicable).  
  • Create a safe working environment for personnel working in sanitation, maintain chemical safety procedures and MSDS’s, work with chemical supplier to provide chemical handling training, provide leadership in enhancing chemical training beyond what chemical supplier provides, and meet all requirements of Kraft Heinz Environmental, Health, and Safety program. Create a structured, orderly chemical storage and sanitation supply area in the factory.  
  • Review the effectiveness of the Kraft Heinz Sanitation Program on an annual basis for effectiveness and provide continuous improvement for the sanitation program at the factory level.  
  • Ensure compliance with the Global Cleaning and Sanitation Manual, Pest Control Standard, Hygienic Design  
    Standard, and Building and Fabric Maintenance Standard.  
  • Manage the Internal Cleaning and Sanitation Audit Program to ensure compliance to the Kraft Heinz Sanitation Program and KHMS Standard 2.22.  
  • Initiate and execute cleaning verification and validation programs to prove effectiveness of Sanitation program.  
  • Partner with business leaders on implementation of process improvement (RCFA, Lean Six Sigma), including leading change initiatives, planning, and facilitation.  
  • Manage and evaluate the Sanitation staff including but not limited to performance management and employee development, etc.  
  • Develop and manage the department’s operating budget.  
  • Other duties as assigned.  

Expected Experience & Required Skills

  • Experience in manufacturing and supervisory   
  • Certified Sanitarian or ASQ Certified Quality Engineer preferred.  
  • Knowledge in HACCP, Microbiology, Sanitation, Chemical Safety, Pest Control, and Quality Systems.
  • Understand and comply with government regulations relating to OHSA, FDA, USDA, and EPA.  

Salary Range

$81,000K – $95,000K

Work Environment & Schedule

This position is considered a Manufacturing plant environment with heavy machinery and equipment. Additionally, this role is a Mon-Fri Day Shift position, but does require off shift and weekends as needed.  

Physical Requirements 

Physical demands include but not limited to

  • Occasional – activity or condition sustained up to 1/3 of working hours; upright stance, keyboard or text input; Sedentary – occasionally exerting 0 – 10 lbs. of force; limited movement from workstation for brief periods of time.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain all duties or responsibilities that are required of the role. Duties or responsibilities may change or be added with or without notice.

Location(s)

Avon Plant

Base Salary Range: $75,600.00 – $94,500.00

Target Total Cash Range: $90,720.00 – $113,400.00

Target total cash represents this role’s annualized cash earning potential at target (base salary + target bonus). Target total cash is contingent on targeted company performance achievement and individual attainment of performance goals. Therefore, target total cash is not guaranteed earnings.

The compensation offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors.

Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer that prohibits discrimination or harassment of any type. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants who require an accommodation to participate in the job application or hiring process should contact NATAI@kraftheinz.com .

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