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Director - Sanitation Programs and Standards (Food Safety and Quality Assurance)
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Salary
Range $160,000.00 - $190,000.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Day Shifts
Benefits
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
Disability protection
flexible spending accounts
401(k) Plan
Paid parental leave
Pet insurance
Tuition Assistance
Paid Time Off
Job Description
Freshpet is a pioneering company dedicated to revolutionizing the way people nourish their pets. Their mission centers around promoting longer, healthier, and happier lives for both pets and their owners through fresh, real foods made with the utmost care for quality and the environment. Freshpet champions sustainability and is committed to operating with integrity, transparency, and social and environmental responsibility. The company’s approach encompasses not only delivering the highest quality pet foods but also maintaining a thoughtful and gentle impact on the planet and its communities. They pride themselves on their original vision, which highlights exceptional food quality crafted in... Show More
Job Requirements
- BS or BA in Food Science or related field
- 10+ years experience in sanitation and pest control program management
- Food and beverage facility experience required
- Ready-to-eat and multi-plant experience preferred
- Proficiency in MSS, HACCP, Preventive Controls, GMP, SSOP, SQF or equivalent GFSI standards
- Strong leadership and interpersonal skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Budgeting and vendor negotiation experience
- Analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and sanitation software
- Microbiology knowledge relevant to food processing
- Ability to travel up to 40%
- Flexibility to work varied shifts
- Adaptability to organizational changes
Job Qualifications
- BS or BA in Food Science or related field such as Chemistry, Microbiology, or Engineering
- 10+ years progressive responsibility managing sanitation and pest control programs in food and beverage facilities
- Strong knowledge of MSS, HACCP, Preventive Controls, GMP, SSOP, SQF or equivalent GFSI schemes
- Experience with ready-to-eat and multi-plant environments preferred
- Proven leadership and interpersonal skills to influence cross-functional teams
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Proficiency in budgeting, cost management, and vendor negotiations
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational capabilities
- Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and sanitation management software
- Knowledge of microbiology and microbial risks in food processing
- Ability to present and implement recommendations with leadership and suppliers
Job Duties
- Develop and execute sanitation strategy based on risk assessments and performance metrics
- Oversee sanitation policies and programs aligning with organizational goals and regulatory standards
- Lead cross-campus collaboration for sanitation standardization and best practice sharing
- Troubleshoot quality, sanitation, and food safety issues and lead sanitation response in crisis situations
- Manage innovation, procurement, and vendor relationships related to sanitation tools and processes
- Coordinate and conduct training initiatives for relevant cross-functional teams
- Participate in internal auditing and ensure compliance with FDA, USDA, OSHA, and local health regulations
- Establish sanitary design standards and collaborate with FSQA, Engineering, and Manufacturing on new projects
- Support special projects and collaborate with department heads to integrate sanitation efforts and minimize disruptions
- Mentor and develop sanitation team
- Promote safety and hygiene culture
- Set KPIs and lead continuous improvement programs
- Represent the company in meetings with regulatory agencies and external stakeholders
Job Criteria
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
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