Sanitation Lead

The Sanitation Lead is responsible for effectively implementing the cleaning and sanitation of processing equipment, utensils, and the entire plant inside and out environment. The Sanitation Lead is responsible for execution of the sanitation program. The role is responsible for continuous improvement of sanitation practices and Ebac programs by analyzing sanitation performance metrics, determining root causes, and implementing effective corrective actions to meet safety and product quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

·              Oversee the cleaning and sanitation of equipment, surfaces, utensils, overhead and plant environment by providing direction, motivation, and technical support to all sanitation employees to ensure sanitation process is completed effectively and on time.

·              Plan, effectively engage, and communicate with the sanitation supervisor and sanitation employees to provide direction on all sanitation related activities in all quality, safety, health, employee relations, operations, and maintenance programs.

·              Run the master sanitation schedule by establishing priorities, scheduling, assigning work and communicating with sanitation staff and sanitation management frequently and regularly to ensure tasks are completed effectively and on time.

·              Assist in the development and execution of training and certifications to meet all job requirements and ensure employee compliance with all company and regulatory requirements.

·              Update the sanitation standard operating procedures and verify compliance by front line employees.

·              Other duties as assigned.

Lead Responsibilities:

·              This position is responsible for sanitation employees.

·              Provide guidance, training, and direction of hourly sanitarians to ensure compliance to Food Safety, Quality and Regulatory requirements.

·              Coach sanitarians and  associates.

·              Filling out weekly paperwork.

·              Swabbing of all equipment after cleaning.

·              Helping with development of SSOP’s.

Required:

·              Minimum one year of directly related work experience.

·              Experience with email, spreadsheet, word processing and other software applications.

·              Must have ability to understand oral and written instructions, in English.

·              Must work well in a team environment and have solid communication skills.

·              Must have the ability to work extended hours while standing.

·              Must have good Job performance and attendance records.

·              Demonstrate and promote teamwork on a consistent basis.

·              Able to lift 75lbs.

Desired:

·                 Knowledge of industry related quality systems and inspection programs, cleaning systems and chemicals

·                 Knowledge of the sanitation process, cleaning chemistry, chemical storage, handling and dispensing systems and sanitary design principles