GENERAL DESCRIPTION / PRIMARY PURPOSE
Oversee the day-to-day sanitation operations; meeting all established levels of plant cleanliness and sanitation to ensure the production of safe, quality food.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS/DUTIES OF THE POSITION
- Supervise and manage effectiveness of sanitation shift personnel, maintaining established levels of cleanliness and sanitation for plant; i.e., GMP, Safety, and other plant policies
- Responsible for safety and the promotion of safe work practices; resolves/follows up on safety issues and be part of safety audits
- Assist in training of sanitation team leaders
- Evaluate, plan and implement operational programs dealing with plant sanitation
- Maintain and manage inventory of sanitation supplies, sanitation budget compliance, and labor tracking
- Demonstrate results of sanitation programs; document cleaning schedules and procedures
- Support management staff during plant sanitation audits.
- Follow all Food Safety Requirements and GMPs as applicable to position
- Support Safe Quality Food (SQF) policies and procedures
- Support Corporate Sanitation with all new initiatives and program enhancements
- Support special projects and other duties as assigned
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JOB SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES
- 3+ years of sanitation, quality, or production leadership experience in food processing
- Knowledge of Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), Clean-in-Place (CIP) practices
- Working knowledge of sanitation processes, procedures, and equipment
- Exceptional oral and written communication skills
- Ability to work with management and hourly employees
- Strong computer skills including Excel, Access or MP2 (preventive maintenance)
- Excellent time management skills with the ability to lead and motivate teams
- Must be reliable, dependable, and flexible
- Bilingual Spanish/English language skills highly preferred
- Must have the ability to make decisions, maintain regular and acceptable attendance, follow directions, understand and follow posted work rules/procedures and to accept constructive criticism
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INTERNAL & EXTERNAL RELATIONS
Internal: Plant Manager, Production, Maintenance, Quality Control, Human Resources.
External: Auditors.
EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATION
B.S. in Food Science or related field, or equivalent work experience
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TRAINING REQUIRED
Confined Space, Working From Heights, Fall Protection, scissor lifts, aerial lifts, HAZCOM, Chemical Handling, Blood Borne Pathogens, Lock Out Tag Out, Respiratory Protection, Hearing Protection Program, Emergency Evacuation, Hazard Communication, Personal Protective Equipment, Fire Extinguisher, and other training as determined by management
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EMPLOYEE MANAGEMENT
Supervises between 45-55 hourly employees.
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PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Ability to maneuver around an array of equipment, bend, stoop, climb stairs, work in a cold environment, and lift 40 pounds. Will have some exposure to fumes and airborne particles
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EQUIPMENT NEEDED
- Cell Phone
- Two-way radio
- Desktop Computer
WORK HOUR REQUIREMENT
Must be reliable, dependable, and flexible be able to work night shift, and be flexible enough to come in during the day if needed.
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS
Ability to travel as needed
Required Skills
- Knowledge of Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), Clean-in-Place (CIP) practices
- Working knowledge of sanitation processes, procedures, and equipment
- Exceptional oral and written communication skills
- Ability to work with management and hourly employees
- Strong computer skills including Excel, Access or MP2 (preventive maintenance)
- Excellent time management skills with the ability to lead and motivate teams
- Must be reliable, dependable, and flexible
- Bilingual Spanish/English language skills highly preferred
- Must have the ability to make decisions, maintain regular and acceptable attendance, follow directions, understand and follow posted work rules/procedures and to accept constructive criticism
Required Experience
- 3+ years of sanitation, quality, or production leadership experience in food processing
- B.S. in Food Science or related field, or equivalent work experience
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability.