Sanitation Supervisor

Job Purpose  

The Sanitation Supervisor is responsible for leading the implementation and execution 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). 

Essential Functions & Responsibilities   

• Participate in the Kraft Heinz Management System yearly audit and assist in the development of procedures and corrective actions.  

• Maintain and develop cleaning standards that define time to clean by equipment-Sanitation Sequencing. 

• Manage and oversee Clean in Place system 

• Analyze data and trends, develop actions based on data. 

• Oversee and lead the implementation of the KHMS system and operational standards as outlined in the factory accountability list in order to achieve targeted RCR.  

• 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 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 (Six Sigma / Lean/Kraft Heinz Global Production System (HGPS)), 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 or supervisory experience is required.  

• Certified Sanitarian or ASQ Certified Quality Engineer preferred.  

• Knowledge in HACCP, Microbiology, Sanitation, Chemical Safety, Pest Control, and Quality Systems. 

• Knowledge of Clean In Place systems.  

• Understand and comply with government regulations relating to OHSA, FDA, USDA, and EPA.  

• Strong leadership, technical, communication and interpersonal skills required along with attention to detail. 

•  Knowledge of quality or production systems, procedures, & policies. Handle multiple assignments, develop work plans, & prioritize. 

• High trust individual, who works well independently with minimal oversight 

Work Environment & Schedule 

This position is considered a Manufacturing plant environment with heavy machinery and equipment. Additionally, this role requires shifts, weekends, and all required overtime 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