Quality and Food Safety Sanitation Manager

Kellanova; Jackson (TN); On-site; USD 155,000 - 172,000; Full time

Job summary

Kellanova is seeking a Quality & Food Safety Sanitation Manager to lead sanitation and food safety programs at the Jackson, TN facility. This on-site role partners with Site QFS Directors and plant teams to ensure compliance with regulations and corporate standards.

The role oversees a 24/7 operation, driving continuous improvement, challenging audits, and developing a high-performing team focused on quality and safety across all products.

Qualifications

• HD diploma required; degree in Food Science, Microbiology, or Engineering preferred with 7+ years’ related work experience in quality, food safety, or continuous improvement role
• HACCP & PCQI certified
• Frequently demonstrated quality & food safety sanitation experience in a RTE manufacturing environment
• Extensive knowledge of applicable regulations, GMP and Food Safety standards in accordance with the FDA
• Strong auditing and assessment skills
• Strong technical and software knowledge
• People and process leadership/management experience
• FSSC 22000 Certification

Responsibilities

• Sanitation Leader – Lead quality and food safety sanitation programs for some of our most trusted brands, ensuring the Business Unit complies with all quality and food safety laws, regulations, and corporate policies.
• Plant Partnerships – Partner closely with the Site QFS Director and Business Unit QFS Managers to implement programs and share best practices. Collaborate with Business Unit leadership and plant teams to ensure compliance and identify quality and food safety sanitation and compliance risks.
• People Management – Lead a team of leaders and technicians responsible for quality and food safety in a 24/7 operation. Develop, inspire, and energize the team to deliver high performance and strong self‑accountability through effective people leadership and influence.
• Audits – Maintain high internal and external standards, and lead the coordination, preparation, and corrective action management for annual internal & external audits including regulatory inspections.

Skills

Leadership

Quality management

Food safety

Auditing

Regulatory knowledge

HACCP

PCQI

GMP

FSSC 22000

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Microbiology, or Engineering

Tools

FDA regulations knowledge

Quality software tools

Job description

As a Quality & Food Safety (QFS) Sanitation Manager, you will lead quality and food safety sanitation efforts by working closely with manufacturing, plant leadership, and plant employees. You will drive results by ensuring all quality and food safety standards are met in alignment with Kellanova’s policies, procedures, and practices. This is an on-site role at our Jackson, TN manufacturing facility, where your leadership will directly impact production and team success.

At our Jackson plant we create experiences that bring people together. Our team combines craftsmanship with innovation to deliver products enjoyed by millions. Here, you’ll promote long‑term success by providing growth opportunities and reinforcing safety and food quality best practices.

A Taste Of What You’ll Be Doing

• Sanitation Leader – Lead quality and food safety sanitation programs for some of our most trusted brands, ensuring the Business Unit complies with all quality and food safety laws, regulations, and corporate policies. Drive continuous improvement through strong operational management and disciplined execution across all products.
• Plant Partnerships – Partner closely with the Site QFS Director and Business Unit QFS Managers to implement programs and share best practices. Collaborate with Business Unit leadership and plant teams to ensure compliance and identify quality and food safety sanitation and compliance risks.
• People Management – Lead a team of leaders and technicians responsible for quality and food safety in a 24/7 operation. Develop, inspire, and energize the team to deliver high performance and strong self‑accountability through effective people leadership and influence.
• Audits – Maintain high internal and external standards, and lead the coordination, preparation, and corrective action management for annual internal & external audits including regulatory inspections.

We’re Looking for Someone With

• High School Diploma required; Degree in Food Science, Microbiology, or Engineering preferred with 7 or more years’ related work experience in quality, food safety, or continuous improvement role
• HACCP & PCQI certified
• Frequently demonstrated quality & food safety sanitation experience in a RTE manufacturing environment
• Extensive knowledge of applicable regulations, GMP and Food Safety standards in accordance with the FDA
• Strong auditing and assessment skills
• Strong technical and software knowledge
• People and process leadership/management experience
• FSSC 22000 Certification

Compensation

The annual salary range is $154,890 - $172,100, which is based on various factors such as location, experience and skill. Discretionary bonuses based on company and individual performance are also available.

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.

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.