Lead - Sanitation - 3rd Shift

THE ROLE:

• This position will report to the: Shift Supervisor
• Travel requirements: N/A
• FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
• Shift: 3rd
• Employment Category: Full-Time Regular
• Pay Range: $21.50 to $23.50 per hour

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 to 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 Sanitation Lead will oversee the manual process of sanitizing of production plants with a focus on food contact surfaces. Additional responsibilities include, but are not limited to, will be responsible for several different plants and production areas and supervise employees to ensure completion of areas. Lead 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 equipment and crew.
• Apply proper cleaning chemical to appropriate surfaces and equipment.
• May be asked to rotate to a different area of the plant (same position and shift) based on business need.
• Maintain daily log sheets documenting completed work.
• Audit team lead logs and documents.
• Operate forklift for chemical transportation and trash disposal.
• Engage in any critical or special situations and promptly discerns 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 occurs.
• Ensures corrective and preventative actions and continuous improvement processes are being utilized in manufacturing and that action plans are verified and effective.
• Assist department supervisors with 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.
• People/skill development through training and coaching
• Other assigned duties and/or projects to support business needs.  

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School/GED or one to two years’ experience in related field or combination of both education and experience
• Must have forklift license or be able to obtain one within 30 days.

Required Skills and Abilities:

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

Preferred Qualifications:

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

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Environmental exposure - cold/wet conditions (40 ° or below).
• Material exposure – moving mechanical parts
• Occasional exposure to fumes, airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals
• Ability to lift, push, pull, and/or carry from 20-55 lbs.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time in an upright position walking on both even and uneven surfaces
• 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
• Ability to use hands and arms to grasp, manipulate, and handle objects in one position for an extended period of time.
• Ability to successfully wear a full face and half face respirator mask for extended periods of time

HOURS & WORKDAYS:

3rd Shift – 12:00 AM to 8:30 AM; Overtime, Weekends, and Holidays may be mandatory based on business needs. Rotating workday/time off schedules may be mandatory depending on department/business needs as well.

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.