This associate will provide support to the site by supervising and coordinating activities of contractors and associates engaged in duties concerned with food safety, cleaning and sanitation that enable the reliable delivery of products. This position also supports plant profitability by leading sanitation efficiency, including development of more efficient cleaning methods, developing standard work, training, cleaning validation and identification of operational savings. This role will lead direct and indirect reports.
What are we looking for?
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent is required (Engineering, Applied Sciences, Food Science, or relevant Technical degree).
Must be willing to complete specific college courses, sanitation courses and microbiological courses as required to carry out the functions of the role.
3 years' experience in driving robust and sustainable sanitation programs in CPG manufacturing.
Working knowledge of Food and Drug Laws, OSHA requirements, etc.
What will be your key responsibilities?
Develops and maintains a Master Sanitation program for the factory that brings in continuous improvement and new technology in cleaning methods to reduce microbiological risk and product contamination in an effective and efficient manner.
Integrates sanitation schedule and activities with overall Plant operations by partnering with cross-functional teams including Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, and Quality & Food Safety (QFS);
Direct supervision for Quality Conformance Coordinator (QCC) and Supply Sample Processor associates to effectively provide direction in IBO-setting and talent development based on current Q&FS strategy needs.
Drive GMP-GHP compliance to the MSS standard by actively participating in the MSE AM & Q&FS Pillars and coaching supply associates in the execution of the Area Ownership / Equipment Ownership (AO/EO) standards
Manage external contractors and suppliers designated to support GMP's, cleaning, sanitation, and pest control programs.
What can you expect from Mars?
Work with over 130,000 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.
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Mars is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.
