Dairy Plant Sanitation Manager, Manufacturing

Walmart•Robinson, TX

2d•$84,000 - $126,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Dairy Plant Sanitation Manager oversees sanitation practices at a dairy plant, including sanitation budgets, cleaning of the plant and equipment according to GMP guidelines, compliance with company and regulatory standards such as HACCP, cleaning schedules, sanitation chemicals and their proper use, supplier relationships, operational improvements, and review and approval of sanitation documentation. The role supervises the daily work of shift Sanitation Specialists and the MSS Coordinator, prioritizes sanitation program activities, coordinates cleaning and records, and oversees and validates CIP/COP activities. The manager oversees chemical and sanitation equipment training for sanitation associates and other plant associates, covering areas such as chemical security and safety, food safety, and food quality. The role develops required training, verifies associates are trained, and supports the HAZWOPER/HAZMAT team as part of the PSM program. It also monitors dairy plant and cooler pest control, coordinating with the plant's Pest Control Operator and ensuring compliance with CGMP, NPMA standards, training requirements, and record-keeping policies and regulations. The position coordinates and oversees job-related activities, builds stakeholder relationships, supports business plans, communicates goals, measures progress, and identifies improvement opportunities. It supervises and develops associates through hiring, training, mentoring, assigning duties, and recognition. The manager is also responsible for supporting company policies, mission, values, ethics, and integrity, and for fostering inclusion, teamwork, accountability, customer service, continuous learning, and improvement. The position is based at 750 John Bowden Pkwy, Robinson, TX 76706. The annual salary range is $84,000–$126,000, with additional annual or quarterly performance bonuses. Certain positions may also include regional pay zone compensation and stock.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a related field such as Science, Biology, Agricultural, or Sanitation, or 5 years of sanitation experience in a food processing facility.
1 year of supervisory experience in a manufacturing or food production facility.
Experience and knowledge of an Adenosine Triphosphate (ATP) swabbing program.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a dairy manufacturing plant.
Knowledge and experience with food safety audits such as BRC, SQF, or FSSC.
Lean or continuous improvement program certifications, for example in chemical safety, pest control, or as an SQF Practitioner.

Responsibilities

Oversee dairy plant sanitation practices, manage sanitation accounts to budget, and ensure cleaning meets GMP guidelines and company and regulatory standards.
Maintain plant cleaning schedules and sanitation chemical supplies and usage; ensure MSDS compliance and proper use of cleaning agents; work with chemical suppliers.
Improve sanitation operations through automation and system refinement, and review and approve sanitation documentation.
Supervise shift Sanitation Specialists and the MSS Coordinator; prioritize sanitation program work, identify work windows and resources, and direct standard work.
Coordinate cleaning and maintain sanitation records; oversee and validate CIP/COP activities.
Develop and oversee chemical and sanitation equipment training for sanitation associates and other plant associates; verify completion of required training.
Support the HAZWOPER/HAZMAT team as part of the PSM program.
Monitor and supervise dairy plant and cooler pest control activities in coordination with the plant's Pest Control Operator.
Ensure pest management complies with CGMP, that pest management associates are trained in food safety and plant policies according to NPMA standards, and that records comply with policies and regulations.
Coordinate and oversee job-related activities and assignments, maintain stakeholder relationships, support business plans and initiatives, communicate goals, measure progress, and identify improvement opportunities.
Supervise and develop associates through hiring, training, mentoring, assigning duties, and providing recognition.
Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures and support the company's mission, values, ethics, and integrity.
Promote a culture of belonging, teamwork, strong relationships, accountability, customer-first decision-making, continuous learning, and continuous improvement.

Benefits

Medical, vision, and dental coverage.
401(k), stock purchase, and company-paid life insurance.
Paid time off, including sick leave, parental leave, family care leave, bereavement leave, jury duty, and voting leave.
Short-term and long-term disability.
Company discounts.
Military Leave Pay.
Adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement.
Live Better U education benefit, with tuition, books, and fees paid for eligible programs.
Performance-based bonus awards.
Regional Pay Zone compensation and stock may be available for certain positions.