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Job Description Cleaning & Sanitation Lead Opportunity to grow your career in a large global FMCG organisation Collaborative and dynamic work environment Location: Tomoana, New Zealand Grow Your Food Safety Quality Career with Kraft Heinz! Develop, implement and continuously improve cleaning and sanitation plans, operating procedures and training programs in a large global FMCG organisation! Do you want to join a dynamic team with a proven track record of internal growth and career advancement opportunities? We have an exciting permanent opportunity for a Cleaning & Sanitation Lead to join our Food Safety team based out of our Tomoana site in New Zealand! The Company The Kraft Heinz Company is one of the largest food and beverage companies in the world, with eight $1 billion+ brands and global sales of approximately $25 billion. Our brands are truly global, with products produced and marketed in over 40 countries. These beloved products include condiments and sauces, cheese and dairy, meals, meats, refreshment beverages, coffee, infant and nutrition products, and numerous other grocery products in a portfolio of more than 200 legacy and emerging brands. Key position responsibilities include, but not limited to: Lead and advise the site on sanitation practices, providing hands-on guidance to ensure cleaning standards are met. Develop, implement and maintain sanitation procedures, training materials and operating standards. Train and coach production staff to complete sanitation tasks according to schedules and specifications. Run verification and validation activities (e.g., GMP audits, environmental monitoring) and track corrective actions. Monitor performance, investigate hygiene-related issues and customer complaints, and drive root-cause improvements. Own KHMS standards and compliance activities, support internal/external audits and ensure timely follow-up. Coordinate with third-party cleaning and pest-control providers and prepare regular site reports (e.g., Golden Rules, quarterly reviews). Support cross-functional teams, cover Process/GEMBA schedules as needed, and promote continuous improvement across the site. About you: Tertiary qualification in food science, food technology or a related discipline, with around two years’ experience in a quality role preferred. Practical knowledge of HACCP principles and application (Level 4 preferred) and experience as an internal and/or external auditor. Hands-on experience conducting internal audits, validations and leading or participating in risk assessments. Proven track record of following up and supporting closure of corrective actions. Strong analytical skills to assess products against specific requirements and identify root causes. Able to work collaboratively in a team to resolve problems and improve systems. Proactive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement and personal/professional development. Eligibility to work in New Zealand with full working rights. Benefits of working with us Pay for Performance – industry leading variable compensation offerings tied to company and individual performance on top of a competitive base salary package Parental Leave – paid time off for both primary AND secondary caregivers Leave Options – Purchased leave, volunteer leave and LiveWell leave programs to give you even more flexibility to plan your life and spend time on causes that matter Great Place to Work certification in Australia and New Zealand In House Training Programs Corporate Discount Programs Ready to make an Impact? If you have a background in food science or quality, hands-on sanitation and HACCP experience, and a passion for food safety and continuous improvement, we'd love to hear from you. This role suits proactive team players who can lead sanitation programs, support audits and validations, and drive compliance across the site. Please submit your application soon — we review applications on a rolling basis and reserve to close the advertisement early. #LI-DNI Location(s) Tomoana Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes. ABOUT US Kraft Heinz is a global food company with a delicious heritage. With iconic and emerging food and beverage brands around the world, we deliver the best taste, fun and quality to every meal table we touch. We’re on a mission to disrupt not only our own business, but the global food industry. A consumer obsession and unexpected partnerships fuel our progress as we drive innovation across every part of our company. Around the world, our people are connected by a culture of ownership, agility and endless curiosity. We also believe in being good humans, who are working to improve our company, communities, and planet. We’re proud of where we’ve been – and even more thrilled about where we’re headed – as we nourish the world and lead the future of food. WHY US We grow our people to grow our business. We champion great people who bring ambition, curiosity, and high performance to the table as the guardians of our beloved and nostalgic brands. Good isn't good enough. We choose greatness every day by challenging the ordinary and making bold decisions. All while celebrating our wins - and our failures – as we work together to lead the future of food. Challenging the status quo takes talent. We invest in your purpose and potential by developing skills and nurturing strengths that leave a legacy on our business and a lasting impact on your career. Because great people make great companies, and we’re growing something great here at Kraft Heinz. INCLUSION MATTERS TO US Everyone is welcome at our table. In fact, we thrive on learning and growing from our diverse backgrounds and perspectives. Doesn’t matter who you are, where you’re from, or who makes your heart sing. We want you to show up as your authentic self, excited to work with amazing colleagues to solve complex challenges and innovate in an ever-changing industry. We’re committed to: Hiring and growing talent from diverse backgrounds and perspectives. Growing our Business Resource Groups — vibrant, celebrated communities that enhance our business through thought leadership employee engagement and professional development opportunities. Providing our managers and leaders high quality learning experiences to explore how to foster inclusion and belonging.