Sanitation Supervisor

Kraft Heinz; Kentucky; On-site; USD 78,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

Health benefits

Wellbeing programs

Job summary

Kraft Heinz in Fremont Factory is seeking a sanitation supervisor to lead the Kraft Heinz Sanitation Program, ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards while driving continuous improvement. You will supervise sanitation staff, manage the CleanInPlace system, and coordinate with production teams to align sanitation with the Master Sanitation Schedule and production plans.

This role offers a competitive salary range and comprehensive benefits, with eligibility for a

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing or supervisory experience.
• Certified Sanitarian or ASQ Certified Quality Engineer preferred.
• Knowledge in HACCP, Microbiology, Sanitation, Chemical Safety, Pest Control, and Quality Systems.
• Knowledge of CleanInPlace systems.
• Understand and comply with government regulations relating to OHSA, FDA, USDA, and EPA.
• Strong leadership, technical, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of quality or production systems, procedures, & policies.
• High trust individual, who works well independently with minimal oversight.

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 chemicals 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.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Supervisory experience

Certified Sanitarian / ASQ CQE

HACCP knowledge

Microbiology

Sanitation

Chemical Safety

Pest Control

Quality Systems

CleanInPlace

OHSA/FDA/USDA/EPA regs

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Production systems knowledge

Trust / independence

Job description

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 chemicals 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 CleanInPlace 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,keyboardor 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.

New Hire Base Salary Range

$77,800.00 - $97,300.00

Bonus: This position is eligible for a performance-based bonus as provided by the plan terms and governing documents.

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

Benefits

Coverage for employees (and their eligible dependents) through affordable access to healthcare, protection, and saving for the future, we offer plans tailored to meet you and your family's needs. Coverage for benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.

Wellbeing

We offer events, resources, and learning opportunities that inspire a physical, social, emotional, and financial well‑being lifestyle for our employees and their families.

You will be able to participate in a variety of benefits and wellbeing programs that may vary by role, country, region, union status, and other employment status factors, for example:

• Physical - Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision, Screenings/Assessments
• Social - Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, Leave of Absence, Flexible Work Arrangements, Recognition, Training
• Emotional - Employee Assistance Program, Wellbeing Programs, Family Support Programs
• Financial - 401k, Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Disability

Location(s)

Fremont Factory

Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for protected individuals, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact [e-mail] for assistance.