Sanitation Manager - 3rd Shift

As the Sanitation Manager you are responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the Sanitation department; ensuring sanitation procedures are followed correctly to meet regulatory food safety requirements. Responsible for providing technical expertise in sanitation practices across the facilities, driving continuous improvement in sanitation technologies, and collaborating with various departments to enhance sanitation processes.

· Conduct pre-shift checks of the facility, proactively inspecting for continuous improvement opportunities that apply to sanitation and connecting departments

· Develop and implement SSOPs, policies, procedures, and schedules to maintain sanitation facility requirements within designated timelines

· Trains and documents training of sanitation team members on SSOPs, cleaning procedures, safety procedures, and other relevant facility systems

· Consistently performs documented audits and verifies that all sanitation employees are consistently executing the 7-steps of essential sanitation

· Approves and/or participates in the post sanitation equipment/facility inspections in preparation for releasing production lines for preoperational inspections

· Professionally capable of administering disciplinary actions in a manner that empowers and encourages employees to continuously improve

· Audits and verifies all sanitation documentation are accurate & correct in real time

· Audits/verifies the MSS is accurate and properly updated in real time to meet program needs while adjusting PICs & PECs accordingly to meet expectations

· Work closely with FSQA Manager regarding microbiological, chemical, and physical sanitation verification procedures

· Professionally trained to properly perform internal GAP assessments & audits, therefore, constantly seeking & executing corrective actions proactively

· Understands and assures preventive controls are proactively successful e.g., Environmental Monitoring, Allergen Plan, Pest Control, Sanitation for Food

· Establishes a succession plan for the sanitation crew in the event of an absence, and trains crew accordingly

· Knowledge of sanitary equipment design

· Implement risk-based awareness in all sanitation activities

· CAPA trained and proficient to proactively eliminate non-conforming repeats

· Understands the principles of HACCP and how they apply to sanitation as a KEY pre-requisite program

COMPETENCIES:

· Excellent organization and time management skills

· Must be a self-starter and be able to accomplish a versatile and evolving workload

· Excellent in all forms of communication

· Innovative, problem solver, flexible, and able to juggle multiple priorities

· Self-motivated, with the ability to multi-task, prioritize, and adapt well to change

· Bilingual is preferred, or the ability to use translation apps effectively in real time

· High mechanical aptitude

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

· High school diploma/G.E.D, AA, AS, or extensive previous knowledge (5+ years) in food manufacturing and sanitation

· BS preferred in the relevant discipline

· Willingness to learn and consistently execute expectations

· Knowledge of food manufacturing processes in a USDA setting preferred

· Sanitation validations and verifications experience preferred

· Clear and concise understanding of HACCP, certification preferred

. Be willing to work third shift hours - 11 pm - 8 am

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