Sr. Sanitation Lead - Specialist- Sanitation Fresh- Shift 3

The Role

• This position will report to the: Sr. Manager- Sanitation
• Travel Requirement: None
• FLSA Status:Non-Exempt
• Shift: 3rd
• Employment Category: Full-Time Regular
• Pay Range: $23.00- $25.50
  
  

STRONG HISTORY. EXCITING FUTURE .

Bolthouse Fresh Foods is a leader in carrot production, serving as a grower, packer, processor, and shipper. Headquartered in Bakersfield, California, we are a proud employer of 1,600 dedicated individuals. Since 1915, we have been committed to growing and producing high-quality carrots, and today, we are one of North America’s largest growers and distributors of fresh carrots for cooking and snacking. Additionally, we supply premium natural ingredients for the food and beverage industry. With over a century of excellence, Bolthouse Fresh™ products are available at major retailers across North America.

Bolthouse Fresh Foods has approximately 1,600 employees.

What You’ll Be Responsible For In This Role

The Sr. Sanitation Lead Specialist will oversee the manual process of sanitizing production plants with a focus on food contact surfaces. Sr. Sanitation Lead Specialist will be responsible for several different plants and production areas and supervise employees to ensure completion of areas and will oversee the chemical application in assigned areas and ensure its removal, maintain a variety of routine records, and audit records completed by team employees.

• Perform all functions of a Sanitation employee.
• Set up and coordinate equipment and crew operations, including pressure washers, foam stations, chemical dispensing systems, and chemical and water piping. Apply proper cleaning chemicals to appropriate surfaces and equipment.
• May be asked to rotate to a different area of the plant (same position and shift) based on business needs.
• Maintain accurate daily log sheets to document completed tasks, including wash permits, MCC LOTO forms, chemical inventory, and tool inventory.
• Audit team leads logs and documentation, including wash permits, lockout/tagout forms, and chemical and tool inventory records.
• Perform Chemical test (titration)
• Operate forklift for chemical transportation and trash disposal.
• Engage in any critical or special situation and promptly discern if additional resources or senior managers are needed. Provide direct leadership and direction settings to all shifts to ensure that accurate communication and follow-up occur.
• Ensure corrective and preventative actions and continuous improvement processes are being utilized in manufacturing, and that action plans are verified and effective.
• Assist department supervisors making go/no go decisions concerning chemical, cleaning and/or design impacts on production, maintenance, quality and sanitation issues.
• Undertake and complete special projects assigned by the Sr. Sanitation Manager as necessary.
• Provide technical expertise for environmental monitoring program development, monitoring and troubleshooting EMP.
• Communicate and escalate any safety, food safety/quality or vendor issues and provide support as needed.
• Support employee development through training, coaching, and mentoring sanitation team members.
• Assist with the installation and maintenance of foam door dispensers.
• Remove and install conveyor belts as required to support sanitation and operational needs.
• Troubleshoot and repair foam stations and chemical piping systems to ensure proper sanitation functionality.
• Assist in maintaining and troubleshooting sanitation equipment including pressure washers, floor scrubbers, including and no limited to disassembling or adjusting belts, and drain systems.
• Monitor and maintain utilities related to sanitation (e.g., water supply, waste disposal and drain systems)
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor or manager.
  
  

What We’re Looking For

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Must have great communication skills, ability to communicate effectively.
• Must be punctual, have an excellent attendance record, and be able to cooperate with others.
• Must participate in all training programs.
• Able to work with minimal supervision.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• High School/GED or two to three years of experience in related experience and/or training or combination of both education and experience. 
• Forklift Certification or must be able to obtain forklift certification within 30 days of hire   
• Candidates must have a verifiable history of safe vehicle operation and meet company standards for driving eligibility. This includes maintaining a clean driving record, which will be verified through a background check.  
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Three to five years of related experience/ or training in Sanitation
• Bilingual (English /Spanish)
  
  

Physical Demands

• Environmental exposure - cold/wet conditions (40 °Fahrenheit or below). 
• Environmental exposure – hot/humid conditions (90 °Fahrenheit or below). 
• Environmental exposure- wet, cold, and warm environments.
• Material exposure-moving mechanical parts.
• Occasional exposure to fumes, airborne particles, and vibrations.
• Ability to lift/push-pull/carry up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to stand and walk for an extended period.
• Ability to ascend and descend ladders, scaffolding, using 3-point contact on a regular basis 
• Ability to stoop, crouch, and kneel on a regular basis 
  
  

Hours & Workdays

3 rd Shift (12:00AM -8:30am) Monday through Friday, when business requires overtime and weekends will be mandatory

What We Offer

Our rich benefits packages are designed to support the health and well-being of both our eligible co-workers and their families.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Group Life and AD&D
• Voluntary Life and AD&D
• Group Short-Term Disability
• Group Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401k
• Paid Time Off
  
  

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

"Bolthouse Fresh Foods is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are dedicated to fostering a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and empowered to achieve their full potential."

Reasonable Accommodations

Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. If you are interested in applying for employment with Bolthouse Fresh Foods and need special assistance to apply for a posted position, or if you believe you do not meet any of the required qualifications of a posted position due to a protected disability and would like to explore the possibility of accommodation, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at: TalentAcquisition@BolthouseFresh.com for additional support or guidance.

Recruitment Agencies

Bolthouse Fresh Foods does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Bolthouse Fresh Foods is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

3rd Shift (12:00AM- 8:30am) Monday through Friday, when business requires overtime and weekends will be mandatory