Job Description
About us
At Diversey - A Solenis Company, we are the pioneer, the facilitator of our clients in a wide range of industries around the globe. We do this with our revolutionary cleaning and hygiene technologies - such as floor care machines, cleaning tools & utensils, and chemicals for Food & Beverage industry.
As an employee
At Diversey, we have a culture with focus on diversity, inclusion, well-being, flexibility and orderliness - where we respect each other, where we as a company have employed the whole person, and where there is room for and understanding of the whole person. We value the great importance of a good social environment, and we prioritize a safe working environment where you can feel safe and comfortable. Employee satisfaction and engagement is very important to us - we want to make sure that you develop and stay with us for many years.
About the Role
Diversey is seeking a highly skilled Application Specialist – CIP & Hygiene to join our team. In this role, you will act as a technical expert in Cleaning-in-Place (CIP) and food safety hygiene solutions, supporting customers across the food and beverage (F&B) industry including dairy, beverage, brewery, and processed food sectors.
You will work closely with customers and internal teams to optimize cleaning processes, improve hygiene standards, and deliver measurable operational and cost efficiencies. This is a dynamic, customer-facing role requiring strong technical expertise, problem-solving skills, and the ability to drive value through innovative hygiene solutions.
Key Responsibilities
1. CIP & Hygiene Application Expertise
Serve as a subject matter expert in CIP systems within F&B manufacturing environments.
Develop deep technical knowledge of:
Process equipment and flow design
Cleaning chemistry
Microbiological risks
Hygiene standards and sanitation principles
2. Plant Audits & Gap Analysis
Conduct detailed CIP and hygiene audits at customer sites.
Identify inefficiencies, hygiene risks, and improvement opportunities in existing cleaning programs.
Analyze:
Cleaning performance
Water, energy, and chemical consumption
Food safety and compliance risks
3. CIP Program Development
Design and implement customized cleaning and hygiene programs using Diversey solutions.
Select appropriate:
CIP detergents and disinfectants
Operating parameters (concentration, temperature, flow, and contact time)
Perform cost-in-use calculations, ROI evaluation, and benefit analysis for customers.
4. Trial Management & Validation
Develop and execute protocols for CIP trials and hygiene validations.
Lead on-site trials, monitor performance, and secure customer approvals.
Validate improvements in:
Cleaning effectiveness
Microbiological control
Operational efficiency
5. Technical Support to Sales
Provide expert technical support to sales teams and key accounts.
Assist with:
Complex application challenges
Critical hygiene issues
Strategic customer engagements
Act as the technical authority in customer discussions and solution presentations.
6. Training & Knowledge Transfer
Deliver technical training to internal teams, distributors, and customers.
Conduct hands-on coaching, mentoring, and double-working sessions.
Drive capability building in CIP best practices and hygiene standards.
7. Innovation & Continuous Improvement
Support implementation of Diversey innovations and value-driven solutions.
Collect and share customer feedback with sales, marketing, and R&D teams.
Contribute to standardization of CIP approaches across multiple sites.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Food Technology, Microbiology, or a related field.
Proven experience in CIP systems and hygiene applications within F&B manufacturing.
Strong understanding of cleaning chemistry, microbiology, and sanitation principles.
Experience conducting plant audits and implementing process improvements.
Ability to analyze data and perform cost/ROI calculations.
Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
Strong communication and presentation abilities.
Willingness to travel to customer sites as required.
We understand that not every candidate will possess every desired qualification listed above. If your experience varies from our outlined requirements, yet you believe you can bring value to the role, we encourage you to apply and share your unique perspective with us.
We recognize that our people are our greatest asset. We offer attractive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and abundant opportunities for professional growth and development. If you're passionate about working for a world-class company and enjoy tackling complex challenges, we invite you to consider joining our team.
Solenis is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer. We value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability status.