Senior Factory Hygienist

Nestle; Burlington (WI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dedicated professional to ensure compliance with GMP and food safety standards. In this role, you will manage sanitation systems and lead training programs, fostering a culture of safety and quality. Join a collaborative environment that values innovation and personal growth, where your contributions will directly impact the well-being of consumers. This position offers an exciting opportunity to make a difference in a company known for its commitment to quality and inclusivity. If you're passionate about food safety and thrive in a dynamic setting, this is the perfect role for you.

Benefits

Health Care Plans

Flexible Work Hours

Employee Discounts

Retirement Plans

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in relevant field.
• 2-5 years of manufacturing experience in food/quality assurance.
• Pest control certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage and improve plant sanitation systems and HACCP.
• Develop cleaning and sanitation procedures for compliance.
• Conduct training on GMP, sanitation, and food safety.

Skills

GMP compliance

Food Safety

Sanitation Procedures

Pest Control

Training Development

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Food Science

Bachelor's degree in Microbiology

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Computer Systems

Job description

Foods you love. Brands you trust. And a career that empowers you to grow.

At Nestle USA, we're all working towards the same goal - to delight and deliver for our consumers. With a rich portfolio of beloved brands, including DiGiorno, Toll House, and Coffee mate, in 97% of U.S. households, we have a unique opportunity - and responsibility - to be there for every moment in our consumers' lives.

Joining Nestle means becoming part of an inclusive workplace that inspires innovation, encourages strategic thinking and creativity, and celebrates your achievements. No matter where you work within the organization, you are empowered to challenge the status quo, embrace risk-taking, and pioneer new ideas. Our supportive and collaborative environment encourages bold ambitions and continuous learning so that everyone can grow and thrive.

This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Provides the technical expertise and leadership necessary to establish and maintain procedures in GMP requirements, sanitation, food safety, good hygiene practices and pest control in order to assure compliance with all federal, state, existing regulatory and Nestle quality systems.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage and improve plant sanitation systems including post sanitation and pre-operational inspections.
• Manage plant HACCP systems, which include, completion of annual HACCP review for all products manufactured in the facility.
• Manage plant ISO internal audit program which include implementation of systems which comply with ISO 22000:2005 standard and food safety team participation.
• Perform allergen and sanitation validations as required for the plant.
• Develop state-of-the-art cleaning and sanitation procedures and policies to ensure compliance with all regulatory agencies and Nestle's quality systems.
• Establish and maintain the pest control systems.
• Manage training program and perform training in the following areas: GMP compliance, sanitation, food safety, good hygiene practices, and pest control.
• Assist in the implementation of sanitary design principles to new and existing processes.
• Development and maintenance of QMS for products manufactured directly in their business unit of the facility.
• Maintain relationships and assure compliance by outside suppliers of cleaning and sanitation supplies.
• Maintain plant GMP audit program for the plant.
• Follow Burlington Factory safety & environmental objectives & targets, follow the plant safety rules, report unsafe conditions immediately, report incidents immediately or by the end of the shift, maintain compliance with regulations, and refer to the Safety & Environmental Management System(s) on all related procedures and programs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS AND MINIMUM EDUCATION LEVEL:

• Bachelor's degree required (Food Science, Microbiology, Chemistry, Engineering or related field preferred.) General Bachelors degree with relevant job experience will be considered.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Two to five years manufacturing experience required, preferably in food/quality assurance operations with GMP compliance
• Pest control certification preferred
• Member of HACCPor Food Safetyteam.
• Member of CIP or specialized sanitation team.
• Participation in hygienic design evaluations and experience with outside regulator agencies desired.
• Demonstrated capability to influence stakeholders.
• Proven track record in delivering results by working with cross-functional teams and different initiatives.
• Capable of developing and delivering training to both technical and non-technical personnel.
• Must be proficient with computer systems
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong coaching and problem solving skills, be able to work independently and also as part of a team

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It is our business imperative to remain a very inclusive workplace.

To our veterans and separated service members, you're at the forefront of our minds as we recruit top talent to join Nestle. The skills you've gained while serving our country, such as flexibility, agility, and leadership, are much like the skills that will make you successful in this role. In addition, with our commitment to an inclusive work environment, we recognize the exceptional engagement and innovation displayed by individuals with disabilities. Nestle seeks such skilled and qualified individuals to share our mission where you'll join a cohort of others who have chosen to call Nestle home.

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