(USA) Sanitation Manager, Manufacturing at Walmart

Olathe, Kansas, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Manufacturing, Dairy, Food ProcessingIndustries

Requirements

  • Knowledge of GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) Handbook guidelines
  • Knowledge of HACCP (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point) standards
  • Knowledge of MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheet) requirements
  • Knowledge of CGMP (Current Good Manufacturing Practices)
  • Knowledge of NPMA (National Pest Management Association) standards
  • Knowledge of PSM (Process Safety Management) program, including HAZWOPER/HAZMAT
  • Ability to develop and manage sanitation budgets
  • Ability to supervise and direct Sanitation Specialists and MSS Coordinator
  • Ability to oversee CIP/COP (Clean In Place/Clean Out of Place) activities
  • Ability to develop and deliver training on chemical security, safety, food safety, quality, and sanitation equipment
  • Ability to work with chemical suppliers and Pest Control Operators
  • Ability to maintain cleaning schedules, sanitation records, and pest control records
  • Ability to ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, ethics, and regulatory standards
  • Skills in hiring, training, mentoring, and developing associates
  • Ability to build relationships with stakeholders and promote teamwork, belonging, and continuous improvement

Responsibilities

  • Oversee Dairy Plant sanitation practices, including developing and managing sanitation accounts to budget
  • Supervise cleaning of plant and equipment to meet GMP guidelines and regulatory standards (e.g., HACCP)
  • Maintain plant cleaning schedules and supply/usage of sanitation chemicals
  • Ensure compliance with MSDS requirements and proper use of cleaning agents
  • Work with chemical suppliers to improve sanitation operations through automation and system refinement
  • Review and approve all plant sanitation documentation
  • Supervise daily workloads of Sanitation Specialists and MSS Coordinator, prioritizing tasks and directing standard work
  • Coordinate cleaning activities and oversee/validate all CIP/COP activities
  • Develop required training for sanitation associates on chemical security, safety, food safety, quality, and equipment; verify training completion
  • Support sanitation training for all plant associates and HAZWOPER/HAZMAT team under PSM program
  • Monitor and supervise dairy plant and cooler pest control activities with Pest Control Operator
  • Ensure pest management complies with CGMP, NPMA standards, food safety requirements, and record-keeping regulations
  • Train pest management associates on relevant policies
  • Coordinate job-related activities, develop stakeholder relationships, support business plans, set goals, measure progress, and identify improvements
  • Provide supervision and development for associates through hiring, training, mentoring, assigning duties, recognition, and promoting belonging
  • Ensure compliance with company policies, Open Door Policy, mission, values, ethics, and integrity

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

GMPHACCPCIPCOPMSDSHAZWOPERHAZMATPSMpest controlsanitation trainingchemical safetyfood safety

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is this a full-time position?

Yes, this is a full-time employment position.

What is the work location for this role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What key skills or knowledge are required for the Sanitation Manager role?

The role requires knowledge of GMP, HACCP, CIP/COP, MSDS, CGMP, NPMA standards, PSM, and HAZWOPER/HAZMAT, along with experience in sanitation practices, chemical management, pest control, and training associates.

What is the company culture like for this position?

The culture emphasizes providing supervision and development opportunities, including hiring, training, mentoring, assigning duties, recognition, and promoting a belonging mindset.

What makes a strong candidate for this Sanitation Manager position?

Strong candidates will have experience overseeing sanitation practices, supervising teams, managing chemical and pest control programs, ensuring regulatory compliance, and developing associates through training and mentoring.

Walmart

Global retail chain offering affordable products

About Walmart

Walmart operates a chain of hypermarkets, discount department stores, and grocery stores, providing a wide variety of products at low prices to everyday consumers, families, and communities. The company combines physical retail locations with an e-commerce platform, allowing customers to shop for groceries, apparel, electronics, and household items both in-store and online. Walmart's efficient supply chain management and large-scale purchasing enable it to maintain affordability, setting it apart from competitors. The company also offers financial services and health and wellness services, including pharmacies and vision centers. Walmart's goal is to save people money and support communities, as demonstrated by its efforts during the COVID-19 pandemic and its commitment to social responsibility, including programs for veterans and military families.

Bentonville, ArkansasHeadquarters
1962Year Founded
$5,515MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Financial Services, Consumer GoodsIndustries
10,001+Employees

Benefits

PTO: Paid vacation, sick time, personal time and holiday time
10% discount on regularly priced general merchandise and fresh fruits and vegetables
6% 401(k) match to all employees, including hourly workers, after one year
Roth IRA available
Associate Stock Purchase Plan
maximum and eligible preventive care covered at 100%
Health reimbursement plans

Risks

Rising U.S. labor costs could pressure profit margins.
Amazon's grocery delivery expansion threatens Walmart's market share.
Fintech investments expose Walmart to financial regulatory risks.

Differentiation

Walmart's omnichannel strategy integrates physical and online retail seamlessly.
The company offers a wide range of products at consistently low prices.
Walmart's commitment to community support enhances its brand reputation.

Upsides

Walmart's investment in fintech expands its financial services offerings.
Robotics integration in distribution centers boosts operational efficiency.
Culturally themed product lines attract diverse customer segments.

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