Sanitation Lead - Food Manufacturing

SUMMARY: Reporting to the Plant Manager this role will help to ensure the quality of our product and safety of our employees through maintaining a clean plant and working with the production team on any production or sanitation needs. The Sanitation Lead is responsible for coordinating the activities of the plant sanitation and food safety programs. In addition, this role maintains the sanitation and Food Safety procedures, policies, and training.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

· Responsible for the sanitation department's chemical usage and safety training. Maintains training and safety certifications required by the Company and/or by state or other governmental bodies.

· Ensures compliance with industry and internal food safety / sanitation standards, as well as USDA, and/or other state and local Food Safety regulatory agencies.

· Trains and instructs employees in sanitation standards, GMPs, SSOPs, company objectives, food safety policies and company policies.

· Inspects products and equipment for conformity to federal and state sanitation laws and plant standards.

· Partners with production personnel in developing sanitary procedures, training, and auditing tools.

· Works with production, maintenance, and other departments to assure appropriate sanitation and Food Safety requirements while maximizing productivity.

· Directs cleaning of equipment, facilities, Grounds and all work areas in conjunction with other departments.

· Discusses with management and production personnel on sanitation issues and Food Safety; recommends changes in equipment, plant layout, lighting, ventilation, or work practices to improve sanitation standards.

· Collaborates with Quality Assurance and Production to resolve food safety issues.

· Recommends process improvements, improved equipment design and improved sanitation cleaning procedures to continuously improve sanitation methods.

· Responsible for being prepared and participating in all external plant audits and federal and local agency audits.

· May order cleaning supplies and chemicals as needed.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR:

· Minimum 5 years of Sanitation/Food Safety experience preferably in a Food Production setting or bachelor’s degree with 2 years of relevant experience preferred.

· Must have good written and verbal communication skills.

· Attention to detail and a sense of urgency in matters of food safety required.

· Excellent computer skills required, including Microsoft Word and Excel skills.

· Knowledgeable of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and industry standard cleaning procedures; knowledge of HACCP, allergens and pest control required.

· Basic knowledge of the function and operation of sanitation equipment required.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

· This position requires the use of special safety precautions and/or equipment, e.g., working around operating machines, working with hazardous chemicals and materials, etc.

· While performing the essential functions of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The work requires some physical exertion such as long periods of standing; walking over slippery surfaces; recurring bending, crouching, stooping, stretching, reaching, or similar activities; recurring lifting of moderately heavy items such as samples and record boxes. This position requires frequent pulling, carrying, and lifting up to 50lbs.

OTHER DUTIES: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $40,000.00 - $42,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Experience:

• Sanitation Supervisor: 3 years (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Kingsport, TN 37663: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $40,000 - $42,000