Sanitation Manager

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Sanitation Manager to oversee the cleanliness and hygiene of our commercial bakery. As a Sanitation Manager, you will be responsible for maintaining a clean and safe working environment for all employees, adhering to industry sanitation standards, and ensuring compliance with FDA, SQF, HACCP, FSMA, and GMP standards.

• Maintain clean work environment and sanitation work flow by following the Master Sanitation Cleaning schedule frequencies along with maintaining several sanitation programs and policies.
  


• Develop and implement sanitation policies and procedures to maintain a clean and safe environment in accordance with industry standards and regulations.
  


• Manage and oversee a team of sanitation staff, providing leadership and guidance to ensure efficient and effective sanitation operation.
  


• Conduct regular inspections of the bakery to identify areas that require cleaning and implementation of corrective actions to address any issues.
  


• Maintain sanitation supply inventory to ensure the necessary equipment and or needs of the department are met.
  


• Develop sanitation staff through communication, evaluation, coaching, and monitoring.
  


• Work directly with Pest Control Provider.
  


• Conduct or take part in weekly plant GMP audit inspection.
  


• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, including OSHA, FDA, and local health department requirements.
  


• Participate in the development of processes to minimize product safety incident exposure.
  


• Provide support to the other departments as needed.
  


• Participate in all customer audits, certification audits, and all regulatory visits.
  


• Oversee sanitation staff of 25+ hourly union employees.
  


• Responsible for developing a working relationship with all departmental staff, other department heads, and any other appropriate Alpha Baking personnel as required.
  


• Primary shift will be 1^st, but the role requires to be able to work different shifts when and if necessary.
  

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Conduct all business dealings in a professional and courteous manner.
  


• Work with computers and software.
  


• Propose cost reduction strategies for facility.
  


• Support and implement new project ideas and designs.
  


• Maintains professional knowledge by attending company paid workshops.
  


• Other duties and projects as assigned.
  

REQUIREMENTS:

• More than 5 years of sanitation experience in a food manufacturing environment
  


• HACCP and FSMA (PCQI) certifications are preferred.
  


• More than 3 years experience as an Assistant Manager or Supervisor is preferred.
  


• Personal Computer Skills - Proficient with MS Office
  


• Understands Good Manufacturing Practices.
  


• Experience in scheduling, training, and directing cleaning crews
  


• Understanding of the American Institute of Baking inspection procedures.
  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Lifting, pushing, and pulling up to 50 pounds occasionally.
  


• Long periods of sitting/standing/walking.
  


• Frequent typing and working with a personal computer.
  

Base Salary $100,000 - $120,000 annually

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