Plant Sanitarian

Overview

Join our Kansas City bakery as the Plant Sanitarian, a key member of our food safety and sanitation organization responsible for maintaining world‑class sanitary conditions in our manufacturing facility. In this on-site role, you will support and guide hourly and salaried team members while ensuring all sanitation activities meet rigorous standards for food safety, regulatory compliance, and operational reliability.

Our Kansas City facility, home to more than 600 employees and more than a century of food‑making excellence, is a high‑volume, high‑performance environment producing our iconic Cheez‑It brand. If you excel in sanitation management, thrive in fast‑paced manufacturing settings, and are committed to maintaining a safe and compliant operation, this role provides an opportunity to make a significant impact on the consistency, safety, and overall performance of our bakery.

• Leading Sanitation Execution - Provide daily oversight and coordination of sanitation activities across a 24/7 operation. Promote a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement while ensuring all tasks are completed safely, effectively, and on schedule.
• Assessing & Verifying Facility Conditions - Conduct visual and analytical evaluations of sanitary and environmental conditions using established KPIs. Prioritize risk‑based corrective actions and ensure that verification and validation procedures meet all food safety and regulatory expectations.
• Supporting Program Implementation & Compliance - Work closely with the Sanitation Center of Excellence and cross‑functional partners, including Engineering and Manufacturing, to ensure sanitation programs align with corporate policies, industry standards, and applicable local, state, and federal regulations.
• Managing Resources & Budget Alignment - Assist in overseeing labor, supplies, equipment, and contracted services associated with sanitation activities. Ensure resources are appropriately allocated and financial stewardship supports plant goals and sanitation effectiveness.

• High School Diploma/GED and demonstrated sanitation and supervisory or management experience.
• Knowledge of chemical usage, handling, and safety.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a manufacturing environment and promote positive employee relations.
• Understanding of general industrial safety requirements.

The annual salary range is $107,400 - $141,015, which is based on various factors such as location, experience and skill. Discretionary bonuses based on company and individual performance are also available.

After you apply, your application will be reviewed by a real recruiter, so it may take us a few weeks to get back with you by email or phone. If you join our team, you’ll be rewarded for the difference you make. Our comprehensive benefits offer you the support you need through your life events, big or small.

All applicants must have permanent legal authorization to work in the United States. Kellanova does not sponsor employment visas for this role.

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, accidental death & dismemberment insurance, employee assistance program, short-term disability coverage, and long-term disability insurance. Also, voluntary income protection benefits such as supplemental life, accident as well as a 401(k) plan with company contributions is available. Part-time employees may have access to benefits on a pro-rated basis. See here for more information.

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We’ve always been driven to unleash the full potential of our differentiated brands and our passionate people. Our iconic, world-class brands at Kellanova include Pringles, Cheez-It, Pop-Tarts, Morning Star Farms, Special K, Krave, Zucaritas, Tresor, Crunchy Nut, among others.

Mars, Incorporated has acquired Kellanova in a transaction that brings together iconic brands, storied legacies and outstanding capabilities with a view to shape the future of snacking. You can learn more here, and our hiring teams will be happy to discuss further questions if your application advances in the hiring process.

Kellanova is an Equal Opportunity Employer that strives to provide an inclusive work environment, a seat for everyone at the table, and embraces the diverse talent of its people. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

For more information regarding our efforts to advance Equity, Diversity & Inclusion, please visit our website here.