Colgate Palmolive

Food Safety Team Leader

Colgate Palmolive • $86K — $121K *
Clinton, OK 73601In-Person
Food & Beverages
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant scientific field (Food Science, Chemistry, Biology, Engineering, Microbiology, Biochemistry).
  • 3+ years of experience in manufacturing, with 1+ year(s) in food safety or quality roles.
  • Experience with cleaning/sanitation programs and regulations (HACCP, FSMA, FDA/USDA).
  • History of leading audits and managing teams.
  • Physical capability to perform tasks including lifting and working in extreme conditions.

Responsibilities

  • Execute and improve the Plant Food Safety Program while maintaining documentation.
  • Investigate food safety and microbiology issues, applying CAPA processes for resolution.
  • Oversee cleaning and sanitation programs, ensuring adherence to quality standards.
  • Lead internal audits and assist with regulatory inspections (FDA, USDA, etc.).
  • Design and deliver food safety training for plant teams and collaborate on sanitary equipment design.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Basic life insurance and disability coverage
  • Paid parental leave and participation in a 401(k) plan with company matching
  • Minimum 15 vacation/PTO days and 13 paid holidays
  • Subject to eligibility requirements for benefits, including paid sick leave.
Full Job Description
Relocation Assistance Offered Within Country
Job Number #175297 - Clinton, Oklahoma, United States

Role Summary

As the Quality Food Safety Team Leader at our Clinton facility, you will lead the Food Safety team to ensure our stringent company quality standards are consistently met. You will drive the execution of the Plant Food Safety Program, oversee continuous improvement initiatives, and champion our cleaning and sanitation processes. By ensuring rigorous compliance with food safety regulations and leading critical audits, you will directly safeguard our product integrity and our mission to provide the best nutrition for pets everywhere

Responsibilities
  • Drive the execution, continuous improvement, and documentation of the Plant Food Safety Program, including HACCP, FSMA, CCP, FDA, and Product Release requirements.
  • Conduct thorough investigations of Food Safety, Environmental, and Microbiology non-conformance issues utilizing the CAPA process to implement effective solutions.
  • Oversee plant cleaning, sanitation programs, pest control, and environmental microbial sampling plans to ensure compliance with Corporate Quality SOPs.
  • Lead internal GMP and quality system audits, while successfully assisting with and managing regulatory and external inspections (e.g., FDA, USDA, SQF, State).
  • Develop and deliver engaging food safety training to plant operations teams and collaborate with Plant Engineers to ensure proper Sanitary Equipment Food Design for new capital projects


Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Chemistry, Biology, Engineering, Microbiology, Biochemistry, or a closely related scientific field.
  • 3+ years of progressive manufacturing experience, with 1+year(s) in a food safety, compliance, or quality role within the food or pet nutrition industry.
  • Proven experience managing cleaning and sanitation programs, HACCP, FSMA, CAPA processes, and applying knowledge of FDA/USDA regulations.
  • Direct experience leading internal and external audits, along with prior supervisory experience demonstrating the ability to guide and mentor teams.
  • Ability to meet physical demands, including working in extreme temperatures, bending, climbing, lifting up to 55 lbs, and wearing proper personal protective equipment.


Preferred Qualifications
  • PCQI (Preventive Controls Qualified Individual), HACCP, SQF/ISO 22000, and/or cGMP certifications.
  • 2+ years of supervisory experience paired with a strong background in microbiology.
  • Proficiency in Quality Management Systems, SAP or any similar ERP system, Google Suite, Microsoft Office, and strong experience with Lean Six Sigma or Statistical Process Control methodologies.


Compensation and Benefits
Salary Range $86,000.00 - $121,000.00 USD

Pay is determined based on experience, qualifications, and location. Salaried employees may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, profit-sharing, and long-term incentives for Executive-level roles.

Benefits: Salaried employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, paid parental leave, disability coverage, and participation in the 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions subject to eligibility requirements. Additional benefits include a minimum of 15 vacation/PTO days (hourly employees receive a minimum of 120 hours) and 13 paid holidays (vacation days are prorated based on the employee's hire date within the calendar year). Paid sick leave is adjusted based on role and location in accordance with local laws. Detailed information regarding paid sick leave entitlements will be provided to employees upon hiring and may be subject to adjustments based on changes in legislation or company policies.

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About Colgate Palmolive

Colgate-Palmolive Company (Colgate) is a consumer products company whose products are marketed in over 200 countries and territories throughout the world. It operates in two segments: Oral, Personal and Home Care and Pet Nutrition. Oral Care business products include Colgate Total, Colgate Sensitive Pro-Relief, Colgate Max Fresh, Colgate Optic White, and Colgate Luminous White toothpastes, Colgate 360° manual toothbrushes and Colgate and Colgate Plax mouth rinses. Colgate's Oral Care business also includes dental floss and pharmaceutical products for dentists and oral health professionals. Its Personal Care products also include Palmolive, Softsoap and Sanex brand shower gels, Palmolive, Irish Spring, and Protex bar soaps and Speed Stick, Lady Speed Stick and Sanex deodorants and antiperspirants. It sells liquid hand soap under the Palmolive, Protex and Softsoap brands. Colgate, through its Hill's Pet Nutrition segment (Hill's), manufactures pet nutrition products for dogs and cats.

Colgate-Palmolive Careers

Join the vibrant team at Colgate-Palmolive, a global leader in oral care, personal care, and pet nutrition, where innovation, leadership, and care converge to create outstanding job opportunities. At Colgate-Palmolive, we are committed to offering more than just employment; we are dedicated to providing a platform where careers flourish and talents shine.

Work You’ll Do

At Colgate-Palmolive, every position is a chance to enhance global health and well-being. Whether you're involved in product development, marketing, finance, or technology, you'll contribute to projects that touch lives worldwide. Our team's diversity and commitment to inclusive leadership help foster an environment where new ideas and perspectives lead to dynamic solutions.

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Our culture is all about collaboration and teamwork. At Colgate-Palmolive, you’ll work alongside professionals who are leaders in their fields, united by a common goal to make every day better for people around the globe. Our team is supported by robust diversity training programs that enhance understanding and drive innovation.

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With a multitude of career paths and job opportunities at all levels, Colgate-Palmolive empowers you to tailor your career journey. From internships to leadership roles, every career stage at Colgate-Palmolive is supported by extensive training and professional development opportunities, ensuring that your career aspirations have no limits.

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Whether you're a seasoned professional or a recent graduate, Colgate-Palmolive offers a range of opportunities. Explore positions that match your skills and interests through our job portal. We are continuously hiring and looking for curious, creative, and driven individuals to join our team.

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Learn more about Colgate Palmolive
Size
33,800 employees
Market Cap
$66.6 billion
Industry
Food & Beverages
Net Income
$2.6 billion
Founded
1806
5 Year Trend
+2.8%
Revenue
$16.4 billion
NASDAQ
CL
* Ladders Estimates

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