Sanitation Supervisor

Keurig Dr Pepper; Ottumwa (IA); On-site; USD 63,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits starting day one

Medical, Dental, Vision

401k with company match

Tuition Reimbursement

Mileage Reimbursement

Annual bonus

Job summary

Keurig Dr Pepper is seeking a Sanitation Supervisor in Ottumwa to lead sanitation, quality, and safety initiatives on a 3rd shift (Sunday-Thursday, 9:00pm–6:30am). You will manage sanitation crews, ensure compliance with food safety programs, and drive KPI reporting and cost optimization.

The role requires 1+ year leadership in production, plus 2+ years of supervisory experience in manufacturing and TPM/Lean Six Sigma knowledge.

Qualifications

• 1+ year leadership in a production environment.
• 2+ years supervisory experience in manufacturing.
• 2+ years with quality management systems, lab instrumentation, sanitation, or QA.
• CIP process experience highly preferred.
• Experience in food, beverage, pharma or chemical industries preferred.
• Food safety certifications highly preferred.
• Understanding of TPM/Lean Six Sigma manufacturing practices highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure a safe workplace with a safety mindset.
• Supervise sanitation / Micro lab crew.
• Provide leadership to hourly staff and coordinators.
• Monitor sanitation records for compliance and food safety.
• Develop and report plant KPI’s.
• Oversee chemical usage and cost optimization.
• Direct sanitation environmental control programs and audits.
• Coordinate sanitation audits including equipment tear downs.
• Communicate with all plant functions and leadership.
• Lead sanitation training for operators and maintenance.
• Train and maintain sanitation programs and SOPs.
• Hire, schedule, and supervise full-time and temporary staff.
• Follow policies and safety requirements.
• Maintain process documentation and training.
• Ensure quality product and adherence to processes.
• Collaborate with Quality, Engineering, Maintenance, Facilities.
• Track productivity and shift efficiency.
• Operate within budget using lean methods.
• Manage inventory control procedures.
• Perform quarterly and annual reviews.
• Report food safety, quality and compliance issues.
• Ensure safe, wholesome product; utilize designees when needed.
• Perform other duties as requested.

Skills

Leadership

Supervisory experience

Quality systems familiarity

TPM/Lean Six Sigma knowledge

Food/beverage manufacturing exposure

Food safety awareness

Cross-functional collaboration

Job description

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Job ID 2026-150093

Function Supply Chain

Level Supervisor

Type Full-Time

Job Overview:

Shift & Schedule: This is a full-time position on 3rd Shift Sunday - Thursday 9:00pm - 6:30am. Flexibility to work weekends and holidays as scheduled is required.

Sanitation Supervisor - Ottumwa

As aSanitation Supervisoryou are responsible for overall operating performance of the Keurig Dr Pepper processing operations. You will work with the team to streamline efficiency with emphasis on safety, quality, delivery, and improving financial results.

Position Responsibilities

• Ensures a safe workplace is maintained and there is a safety mindset in all things we do.
• Supervise sanitation / Micro lab crew.
• Provides leadership and guidance to hourly Sanitation Coordinators, analysts, Byproducts Leads/team, Janitorial Lead/team, chemical supplier reps.
• Monitors all weekly sanitation records for compliance and follows-up to ensure adherence to programs and established limits to ensure food safety.
• Develops, participates, and reports on monthly plant KPI’s.
• Oversees, tracks, and reports chemical usage and supply control programs to ensure proper levels of utilization and optimize costs.
• Directs sanitation environmental control programs like clean equipment swabs, environmental monitoring, and pathogen testing.
• Coordinates and conducts full sanitation audits including equipment tear downs to ensure effectiveness of equipment cleaning procedures.
• Communicates closely with all functions and levels of the plant organization, including corporate quality, production, and sanitation.
• Leads sanitation training for operators and maintenance.
• Trains, develops, and maintains plant sanitation SOWI’s, sanitation programs and reports.
• Hires, schedules, and supervises full-time staff and additional temporary staff.
• Follows all policies, ergonomic standards and safety requirements directed by Keurig Dr Pepper and the department.
• Oversees all process documentation and training program procedures to ensure consistency of operational tasks and the safety and cleanliness of the workplace
• Ensures a quality product is being produced and all quality processes are being followed.
• Works directly with Quality Control, Engineering, Maintenance, and Facilities on projects to improve quality, streamline efficiencies and reduce operating expenses
• Tracks productivity for measured shift efficiency and improvement
• Operates at or below the budgeted cost for production utilizing lean manufacturing procedures and cross-training
• Oversees adherence to inventory control procedures to ensure inventory accuracy goals are constantly achieved
• Performs timely quarterly and annual reviews for all front line Keurig Dr Pepper staff
• Responsibility to report food safety, quality and regulatory compliance to plant or division personnel with authority to initiate action.
• Responsible for ensuring the production of a safe, wholesome and quality product and requires trained designees when applicable
• Performs other duties as requested by management

Ensure high performance results of your team by:

• Fostering a culture of trust and wellbeing that prioritizes the team and values employee contributions
• Driving a shared vision with clear goals and accountability, supported by regular conversations to maximize talent
• Embracing diverse perspectives to foster innovation, learning from both successes and failures
• Establishing a safe environment where team members are motivated, heard, and aligned with clear expectations

Total Rewards:

• Salary Range: $62,500 - $80,000

Where Applicable: Actual placement within the compensation range may vary depending on experience, skills, and other factors

• Benefits eligible day one!!
• Benefits, subject to election and eligibility: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Paid Time Off (including paid parental leave, vacation, and sick time), 401k with company match, Tuition Reimbursement, and Mileage Reimbursement
• Annual bonus based on performance and eligibility

Requirements:

• 1+ years of leadership experience in either a lead, supervisory, or managerial role in a production environment.
• 2+ years of supervisory experience in a fast paced manufacturing environment.
• 2+ years of experience working with quality management systems, lab instrumentations, sanitation, or quality assurance in a manufacturing environment.
• CIP process experience highly preferred
• Experience with the food, beverage, pharmaceutical or chemical industry preferred.
• Food safety certifications highly preferred.
• Understanding of Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) and/or Lean Six Sigma manufacturing practices highly preferred.

Company Overview:

Keurig Dr Pepper (Nasdaq: KDP) is a leading beverage company with more than 150 owned, licensed and partner brands that meet a wide range of needs and occasions. Our North American refreshment beverage business holds leadership positions across carbonated soft drinks, water, juice and mixers with a portfolio of iconic brands such as Dr Pepper®, Canada Dry®, Mott’s®, A&W®, Peñafiel®, GHOST®, 7UP®, Snapple®, Clamato® and Core Hydration®. Our global coffee business spans more than 100 markets and includes the leading Keurig® single‑serve brewing system in the U.S. and Canada, along with powerhouse brands such as Peet’s, L’OR and Jacobs, and other regional coffee leaders. Our more than 50,000 employees aim to enhance the experience of every beverage and coffee occasion while making a positive impact for people, communities and the planet.

We strive to be anemployer of choice, providing a culture and opportunities that empower our team to grow and develop. We offer robust benefits to support your health and wellness as well as your personal and financial well-being. We also provide employee programs designed to enhance your professional growth and development, while ensuring you feel valued, inspired and appreciated at work.

Whatever your area of expertise, at KDP you can be a part of a team that’s proud of its brands, partnerships, innovation and growth. Will you join us?

Keurig Dr Pepper is an equal opportunity employer and recruits qualified applicants and advances in employment its employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability or association with a person with a disability, medical condition, genetic information, ethnic or national origin, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

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