Sanitation Coordinator

Mars (New); Lewisburg (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Mars is seeking a Sanitation Coordinator to execute sanitation tasks aligned with the master sanitation schedule and to maintain sanitary conditions in line with Quality and Food Safety standards. The role requires strong teamwork, communication, and a safety-first mindset. Shift: Sunday - Wednesday (6am - 4:30pm).

Prior sanitation or quality experience in food manufacturing is preferred. The position involves working in a fast-paced facility with rigorous adherence to GMPs, HACCP, and safety

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years manufacturing experience. Prior sanitation or quality experience in a food manufacturing setting preferred.
• Prior supervisory experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of food safety, GMP, GHOP, HACCP, SPC; effective problem solving, communication and decision making.

Responsibilities

• Support and promote the company’s health and safety program, maintain a safe working environment; provide input on decisions according to food safety.
• Assist all areas in maintaining high levels of daily cleanliness and adherence to site GMPs; prioritize daily work by shift plans and production schedules.
• Work with teams on sanitation, pest control and housekeeping; perform sanitation duties per the Master Sanitation Schedule and complete required documentation.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Sanitation experience

Supervisory experience

Food safety knowledge

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description:

The Sanitation Coordinator will be responsible for completing daily, weekly, monthly and annual sanitation tasks in compliance with the sites master sanitation schedule. The associate will evaluate and maintain the sanitary conditions of the facility in accordance with Quality and Food Safety standards. Shift: Sunday - Wednesday (6am - 4:30pm)

What are we looking for?

Be 18 years of age or older Have a High school diploma, GED or equivalent education Minimum of three years manufacturing experience. Prior sanitation or quality experience in a food manufacturing setting preferred. Prior supervisory experience preferred. Working Knowledge of food safety, GMP, GHOP, HACCP, SPC Effective problem solving, communication skills, and decision making

Physical Requirements

Must be capable of working at elevated heights Must be capable of working in confined spaces Must be able to lift 50lbs repetitively Must be able to adapt to temperature and environmental extremes such as hot to cold, dust, dirt, and chemicals

What will be your key responsibilities?

Support and promote the company’s health and safety program, maintain a safe working environment Provide input on decisions according to food safety. Responsible for assisting all areas in maintaining high levels of daily cleanliness and adherence to site GMP's. Prioritize work daily by identifying pressing issues, through communication with each operator, knowing shift production plans and awareness of area. Promote high quality team environment through effective teamwork and self-management with a positive attitude. Performs all assigned activities and job tasks within their area. Understands production schedules as they relate to shutdowns. Detailed cleaning of large areas and work spaces. Detailed cleaning of large pieces of manufacturing equipment. Understanding of microbiological and pest control as it pertains to a food manufacturing environment.

The ability to work with all Teams at the site on Sanitation, Pest Control and Housekeeping projects. The ability to work in enclosed spaces. The desire to work as an interactive team in a plant setting. When assigned to a specific operation area, complete all duties associated with that assignment in a safe and efficient manner. Perform sanitation duties as required by the Master Sanitation Schedule, with particular attention to lock out/tag out procedures. Complete required documentation. Assist the plant to meet or exceed production goals. Other duties and responsibilities throughout the plant as assigned by Manager.

What can you expect from Mars?

Work with over 140,000 diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles. Join a purpose driven company, where we’re striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today. Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University. An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus. Mars is a family-owned business with more than $35 billion in global sales. We produce some of the world’s best-loved brands: M&M’s®, SNICKERS®, TWIX®, MILKY WAY®, DOVE®, PEDIGREE®, ROYAL CANIN®, WHISKAS®, EXTRA®, ORBIT®, 5™, SKITTLES®, BEN’S ORIGINAL®, and COCOAVIA®. Alongside our consumer brands, we proudly take care of half of the world’s pets through our nutrition, health and services businesses such as Banfield Pet Hospitals™, BluePearl®, Linnaeus, AniCura, VCA™ and Pet Partners™. Headquartered in McLean, VA, Mars operates in more than 80 countries. The Mars Five Principles – Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency and Freedom – inspire our 140, 000 Associates into taking action every day towards creating the world we want tomorrow.