Sanitation - Senior Supervisor
Philip Morris International U.S. · Owensboro, KY · 2 wk ago
Manufacturing$88k–$110k/yrFull-time
Be a part of a revolutionary change! At Philip Morris International (PMI), we’re transforming our business to deliver a smoke-free future. This role manages contract cleaning crew supervisors, coordinates day shift sanitation resources, and maintains sanitation chemical and supply inventory levels to support safe, efficient operations.
Responsibilities
- Leadership & Team Management
- Lead and support sanitation supervisors and contract cleaning teams to ensure effective execution of sanitation programs.
- Build strong partnerships with third-party sanitation providers and drive team accountability and performance.
- Conduct routine audits and inspections to verify sanitation standards are consistently met.
- Sanitation Operations
- Oversee daily sanitation activities to ensure compliance with food safety requirements, SOPs, and SSOPs.
- Coordinate sanitation schedules with production to minimize downtime and maximize operational efficiency.
- Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities within sanitation processes.
- Ensure proper use of sanitation chemicals, equipment, and cleaning systems.
- Inventory & Resource Management
- Oversee inventory levels of sanitation chemicals, supplies, and equipment.
- Manage or monitor ordering, storage, and utilization to ensure adequate resources while controlling costs.
- Ensure proper handling, labeling, and storage practices in compliance with safety and environmental standards.
- Compliance, Safety & Reporting
- Maintain compliance with FDA, USDA, OSHA, and internal food safety programs.
- Support internal, customer, and regulatory audits.
- Promote a strong safety culture through training and enforcement of safe work practices, chemical handling, and PPE requirements.
- Track sanitation KPIs, maintain documentation, analyze performance trends, and communicate results and improvement plans to plant leadership.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Environmental Health, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- 3+ years of sanitation leadership experience in a manufacturing or food production environment.
- Experience leading supervisors, employees, and contract labor teams.
- Strong knowledge of GMPs, SSOPs, HACCP, and regulatory compliance requirements.
- Proven leadership, planning, and organizational skills.
- Experience with sanitation systems, chemicals, and equipment.
- Detail-oriented with a strong focus on food safety, quality, and compliance.
- Continuous improvement mindset with a focus on driving operational excellence and team performance.
Nice to Have
- Legally authorized to work in the U.S. (required).
Pay
Annual Base Salary Range: $88,000 - $110,000
Benefits
- Competitive base salary and annual bonus (applicable based on level of position).
- Great medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- 401k with a generous company match.
- Incredible wellness benefits.
- Opportunities to take risks, experiment, and explore within an inclusive and diverse culture.
- Collaborate with global teams and develop skills with endless opportunities to progress.