SANITATION - SUPERVISOR

Position Description Sanitation Supervisor / 3rd Shift   Overall Goal of Position: Develops and Implements strategic sanitation program, policies, plans, and processes to ensure that sanitary performance meets Sauer Brands, Inc. standards as well as supports Food Safety requirement towards regulatory compliance and with the guidance of Quality for the support of production, and helps make OurRecipe@SauerBrands:   What are we making? A safer, stronger, more sustainable Sauer Brands that forges a prosperous future for our families Why are we making it? To excite and delight our customers with inspired flavors How do we make it? With Integrity Creativity Executional Excellence Teamwork Where are we going? / What does our “product look like? One of the most respected food companies on the planet, known for our passion, expertise, and relentless pursuit of excellence.   Job Summary The Sanitation Manager must possess educational background and technical aptitude as it relates to food plant sanitation programs, chemical handling, and Safety and Food Safety programs. A general knowledge of Food and environmental microbiological testing as well as preventative measures including sanitary design and automated sanitation and efficiency is required.   Key Duties and Responsibilities Supervises the daily activities of assigned staff, provides instructions and feedback to ensure that cleaning, productivity and quality objectives are met or exceeded Manages annual sanitation plan, sanitation scheduling, budget forecast and performance Manage sanitation Chemical supply and inventory Work to minimize disruptions. Ensure that the plant is cleaned daily and ready to start production on time Identify and resolve material and equipment problems. Maintain a safe work environment by properly implementing SafeStart (Personal Safety Program) – Always raise safety awareness for chemical handling and equipment operation with Lock, Tag, Try (LOTO) training Ensure that the company food safety guidelines are implemented daily Maintain good communication with subordinates, peers and other members of management Train and set safety goals for sanitation crew. Participate in audits, facility inspections and coordinate  pre-operational inspection with QC Management Clearly communicate expectations to sanitation employees. Provide staff with guidance, coaching and support necessary to perform their jobs effectively and accurately.  Be a positive role model by demonstrating an enthusiastic and respectful approach toward team members and the job.        Other duties may be assigned. What We Are Looking For:  Characteristics, skills, experience, education and performance history needed for success in the position:   Personal Characteristics Professional Demeanor Entrepreneurial drive and the desire to “build a business”. Passionate, outgoing, energetic, and results oriented personality Overall confidence in one abilities and comfortable communicating the facts Smart, creative and inquisitive Character and Integrity-Does the right thing even when no one is looking Disciplined approach, and accountable for KPIs. No excuses mindset. Accountable and reliable. Dependable team player with positive attitude Determination/Grit-Pursuit of Excellence Passion for organization, and attention to details Personal values that mesh with SBI values Performance History Documented history of making improvements in assigned work area/responsibilities Stellar references based on contributions and performance Demonstrated proficiency in the following Areas Tech savvy (ability to enter data and communicate on various platforms) Ability to work and thrive under time constraints and juggle/prioritize responsibilities Strong teamwork skills Good verbal communication skills Team oriented, collaborative, diplomatic, and flexible Education & Experience: High School diploma or GED required One to three months prior experience or training preferred Other: Location Mauldin South Carolina