Food Sanitation and Hygiene Manager

Newly Weds Foods

(Chicago, Illinois)
Full Time Travel Required
Job Posting Details
About Newly Weds Foods
Our core values are what set Newly Weds Foods apart from the competition and why we are the global leader in our category. Our customers come to Newly Weds Foods knowing that we will utilize innovative technologies and inspired knowledge to create the highest quality customized ingredient systems for their products. We are the only company that has culinary, research & development and manufacturing sites located in such close proximity to our customers.
Summary
The Manager - Food Sanitation & Hygiene is responsible for assuring that all Newly Weds Foods facilities operate under acceptable and adequate sanitary conditions and in compliance with all applicable federal, state and local regulations, standards, codes, and company policies. The individual in this position will work with division management to audit / inspect, identify non conformance’s and provide recommendations regarding necessary improvements to ensure that regulatory compliance and food safety goals are achieved and maintained. This position reports to the Director - Food Sanitation & Hygiene.
Responsibilities
* Conduct effective, risk-based internal audits and inspections of manufacturing, procedures, preventative maintenance, sanitation, allergen control, pest control and cGMP activities to ensure food safety and compliance with applicable regulatory requirements, company policies / procedures and customer expectations. * Conduct and implement all components of the auditing process including but not limited to scheduling, planning, travel arrangements, execution, audit report writing and follow-up. Complete all audits and submit accurate written reports to both plant and senior management. Provide recommendations and guidance to plant personnel regarding necessary improvements, best practices, and or corrective actions for relevant audit nonconformities. * Ability to apply working knowledge of state and federal food safety laws including applicable parts of the Code of Federal Regulations, FDA Food Code and Good Manufacturing Practices Regulations. * Knowledge and understanding of external auditing schemes such as GFSI - BRC / SQF requirements including various customer / 3rd party audit expectations. * Knowledge of both food and environmental microbiology as well as preventative measures to include sanitation controls and sanitary design. Provide an oversight for environmental pathogen control through auditing sanitation processes. Participate in microbiological investigations as it pertains to sanitary systems in all facilities. * Assist plant operations with creating, updating and maintaining Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures (SSOPs) including the selection and use of cleaning chemicals / sanitizers and cleaning equipment. * Participate in the investigation of supplier / customer nonconformances including root cause analysis, corrective actions, follow-ups and site visits. * Conduct training within the organization to promote sanitation / hygiene / GMP compliance and food safety awareness. * Perform additional duties or assignments as needed.
Ideal Candidate
**Required:** * B.S. Degree in Animal / Dairy / Food Science / Microbiology or related field preferred. * Minimum of 5 years experience in food plant operations, sanitation, pest control or food safety. * Experience with FDA and or USDA inspected manufacturing facilities. * Strong communication and organizational skills (both oral and written). * Excellent computer skills including Microsoft 0ffice (Word/Excel) and Lotus Notes. * Willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally, up to 50%. * Valid driver's license. Must hold passport or have ability to obtain a passport. * Ability to work and maneuver within a manufacturing environment without restrictions. **Preferred:** * Minimum two years auditing / regulatory experience in a food manufacturing environment. * Professional development - certification or clear progress towards certification such as (ASQ - CQA, CHA, CMQ/OE), HACCP, PCQI, ISO Internal / Lead Auditor or REHS/RS credential.

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