Sanitation Manager

Grow with Welch's!

Welch's is on a journey towards our bold ambition of being the global-leader of convenient, good for you fruit-based food and beverages. To turn this goal into a reality we need you and other exceptionally talented, agile, and innovative individuals who are eager to contribute to something extraordinary!

At Welch's, we're not just offering a job; we're inviting you to be a part of a vibrant, authentic, and inclusive culture where you not only belong, but also have the opportunity to unleash the best, most authentic version of you.

Position Summary:

We're looking for a talented, passionate, and self-motivated individual to join our team as a Sanitation Manager third shift position working at our Lawton, MI facility to drive improved sanitation execution and improve product consistency and waste reduction while ensuring our products are safe, consistently delight consumers, and fully comply with all regulatory and food safety expectations. This position will provide leadership in Food Safety and Quality Assurance, developing sanitation procedures to meet SQF, HACCP, FDA, and company policy requirements. Audit compliance to requirements and ensures corrective actions are implemented as necessary. Facilitates, trains and influences plant management in proper execution of procedures to meet requirements. The third shift hours are 11:00pm-7:00am Wednesday-Sunday.

Where You'll Work

This role will be based out of our Lawton, MI plant.

What You'll Do:

• Managing all the key Sanitation responsibilities for the Lawton plant and supporting day to day Food Safety and Quality Assurance operations such as:
  • Supervise sanitation activities for the facility, including janitorial assignments
  • Coach and train employees on recordkeeping, SQF, MSS, SSOP's and other related topics
  • Oversee the Pest Control Program
  • HACCP, SQF, and Food Defense team member
  • Provide food safety / sanitation troubleshooting, including root cause analysis for related issues.
  • Remain in compliance with all company GMP, Personnel Hygiene, Food Safety, and Food Defense policies and applicable regulations.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Who You Are:

• • Strong communication, influencing and interpersonal skills
  • Data analysis skills
  • Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel, Outlook, and Word
  • Understanding of recipe development
  • Some travel may be required for meetings and training.

What You'll Need:

• B.S. in Food Science, Engineering, Chemistry or Microbiology preferred
  • 5-8 years of experience in a Sanitation and Food Safety/QA role in a manufacturing environment
  • Supervisory experience preferred
  • SQF Practitioner certification preferred
  • HACCP certification or equivalent experience preferred
  • Able to work 3rd shift, Wednesday through Sunday
  • B.S. preferred in Food Science, Engineering, Chemistry or Microbiology
  • Working knowledge of HACCP, FSMA, statistical process control, GMPs, CIP, sanitary design, and total quality management principles or techniques

At Welch's we value diversity, a passion for what you do, and a commitment to continuous learning. Even if you do not feel you meet every requirement listed, but this role aligns with your strengths and goals, we encourage you to apply. Join us and contribute to something extraordinary.

Welch's is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We recognize the importance of diversity in hiring and building a dynamic, strong workforce. We are committed to the prevention of employment discrimination based on race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, disability and/or military or veteran status, sexual orientation or any other action covered by federal or applicable state/local laws.

What You'll Enjoy:

• Organization with a bold, clear purpose & vision for the future
• Inclusive Culture: Be a part of an inclusive workplace where you not only belong but also have the opportunity to be the best version of yourself
• Passionate Community: You are encouraged to have a voice, share your opinions, and have individual impact on the success of the business
• Hybrid work model