Senior Manager, Sanitation

At Saputo, we bring good to the table by making high-quality products, investing in our people, and supporting communities around the world . As a top 10 global dairy processor, we value contributions that matter and strive to foster an inclusive, growth-driven work environment. Ready to bring your best?

Overview of the role:

Saputo is seeking a Sanitation, Senior Manager, for an existing opportunity within our organization.  The Sanitation Senior Manager is responsible for supporting Sanitation Site Leads across plants. The role directly supports the Sanitation efforts as well as leads key projects at each of the assigned plants to achieve the sanitation goals of those facilities. In addition, the individual is a key thought leader and contributor to the operational efforts of the sanitation departments, driving best in class processes, tools, and harmonization across the assigned plants. This position is accountable to ensure adherence to SSOP, continuous improvement and all processes and initiatives within the sanitation department.

This role requires approximately 25% travel within Canada.

How you will make contributions that matter:

• Oversee sanitation operations at all assigned plants and determine the need for improvements in overall performance
• Lead initiatives to establish sanitation standards across all assigned plants
• Maintain strong relationships with chemical vendors and suppliers
• Drive and develop new sanitation training initiatives and Sanitation Standard Operational Procedures (SSOP)
• Support plant objectives pertaining to sanitation at assigned plants
• Ensure overall optimization of chemical, water and energy usage
• Support plants in developing corrective actions for NC identified during internal & external audits 
• Facilitate the development and leadership of the Sanitation Site Leads at each assigned location
• Work with the plant on a yearly Sanitation Review
• Manage equipment fund from key chemical supplier

You are best suited for the role if you have the following qualifications:

• Values that align with the Saputo culture
• Bachelor’s Degree in Food Science, Food Engineering, Chemistry, Microbiology or related field
• Minimum of 7 years of related sanitation experience within Dairy, Food, and/or Beverage industry
• Proven ability to lead, influence and inspire people and promote quality, safety, and teamwork
• Strong computer skills
• Demonstrated strategic thinking abilities
• Organization, mechanical aptitude, problem solving, decision and technical skills and experience with CIP systems. Adhering to established procedures for cleaning and sanitizing equipment, including rinsing, washing, and sanitizing equipment. Ability to evaluate sanitation processes including CIP, COP, and Sanitation Chemistry Attributes, determining the most efficient method of accomplishing each task and goal.
• Effective communication and analytical skills and the ability to interact with all levels of the organization
• The Sanitation Senior Manager is responsible for understanding and complying with the Current Good Manufacturing Practices and Food Safety guidelines to ensure that quality food products are manufactured in a sanitary production environment and delivered with superior protection to our customers and consumers.
• Supports Saputo’s commitment to preserve the environment by following all established policies and procedures related to such preservation.

As part of their duties, the position holder will be required to communicate and collaborate in English and French, both orally and in writing, with colleagues or other stakeholders located in Québec, elsewhere in Canada, or across North America.

We support and take care of our employees and their families by offering:

• Generous and complete benefit coverage with group insurance
• Group retirement plan with employer contribution
• Telemedicine and assistance program for employees and their families
• Employee Share Ownership Plan with an employer match
• Paid Parental Leave program
• Paid time off: Sick days, floater days and volunteer day off
• Opportunity to contribute to a collective RRSP & TFSA
• Training and development programs
• Saputo Flex Program, flexible work environment (schedule/location/time off) according to department needs
• Organized activities for employees and their families  
• Advantageous discounts on Saputo products

Salary: $106 870 - $140 270

*Salary offers will vary commensurate with experience, education, skills, and training.

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In Canada, Saputo is a leading cheese manufacturer and fluid milk and cream processor, with a portfolio of well-loved brands such as Dairyland, Armstrong, Neilson, Alexis de Portneuf, and many more. Whether your expertise lies in manufacturing, operations, supply chain management, sales, quality assurance, or in any other function, your role is integral to our success. You will make contributions that matter, all while working alongside colleagues who genuinely care about your success and who will roll up their sleeves to help.    

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