The primary responsibility of this role is to ensure that the manufacturing areas, general office area, and external facilities are well maintained, and remain clean and free of microbiological contamination and pest infestation. 

The Sanitation-Hygiene Manager leads through the Mars 5 Principles and the Associate Concept.  They own the Master Sanitation and Pest Control programs for the facility.

What are we looking for?

Minimum Qualifications:

• 3 - 5 yrs experience in manufacturing setting

• 3 yrs of managerial experience with a demonstrated ability and desire to work with people, both individually as well as in teams. 

• Knowledge of manufacturing procedures to include but not limited to receiving commodities, all aspects of processing, packaging, and warehouse operations.  Successful candidate will possess an excellent working knowledge of all production equipment, site layout, sanitation tool use and preventive maintenance.

• Understanding of major functions within the plant and the ability to work directly with individuals at all levels and functions.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in science or engineering, or related field.

• 6+ yrs experience in manufacturing setting.

• 4+ yrs of managerial experience with a demonstrated ability and desire to work with people, both individually as well as in teams.

• Certification or relevant experience in Sanitation and Hygiene within a manufacturing environment.

What will be your key responsibilities?

• Manage the efforts of the sanitation team that supports efficient conversion of materials into quality products in a safe, secure and sanitary manner within the product design specifications. 

• Recommend and implement changes in methods, equipment, systems and organization, as needed, to assure that the objectives of sanitation and pest control are met. 

• Maintain a high performing team environment, able to resolve associate relations issues. Responsible for hiring, training, retraining, developing and motivating the Sanitation associates. Create a self-managed team that is able to work with a minimum degree of guidance.   

• With the general guidance of the Q&FS Manager, establish area performance standards and goals, and measure, control, take corrective action and report results as appropriate. 

• Utilize the technical resources on shift for the preventive maintenance, repair and troubleshooting of equipment problems, with the objective of effectively using these resources to achieve desired performance levels. 

• Ensure that open communications are established and that opportunities to broaden the scope and responsibility of the Sanitation associates are undertaken. 

• Collaborate with Regional Teams to develop/adopt best practices.

• Advise the Q&FS Manager when opportunities exist for moving the area forward in technological change, along with development and implementing the improvements

• Develop and implement continuous improvement strategies that will help the area perform more effectively in the near term and long term.

• Manage performance process and development in conjunction with associate's plans, to challenge their potential. Provide growth and development opportunities for associates to fill internal staffing needs.

• Keep abreast of the managerial and technical competencies, both within and outside Royal Canin

• Partner with 3rd party suppliers for cleaning equipment cleaning materials and pest control services

• MSS development & Standard compliance. Monitor, update Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures (SSOPs) and participate in audits.

• Verification of MSS, Rapid Clean & ATP records.

• Manage site swab program. Track and trend critical sanitation metrics (micro swabs ATP swabs, pre op deficiencies) to measure performance and achieve improvements while maintaining all standards.

• Lead Micro Investigation, co-lead Risk Assessment for interventions and reset criteria.

• Support and promote the company’s health and safety program, maintain a safe working environment and ensure continued compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and JHSC recommendations.

What can you expect from Mars?

• Work with 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.