Sanitation Supervisor

Summary 

The Sanitation Supervisor is a part of a food processing (egg production) company. The purpose of this position is to clean and sanitize egg processing equipment and plant on a daily basis, following the processing shift. This is a hands on position with responsibility of directing a team of sanitation technicians and a sanitation lead. This is a ten to twelve hour shift with rotating days, including alternating weekends and some holidays.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise two teams of three sanitation technicians and a sanitation lead


• Responsible for dissembling, cleaning, sanitizing and reassembling the processing equipment on a daily basis


• Performs CIP on tankers, silos and product lines


• Responsible for maintaining chemical levels for CIP system and monitor chemical titrations


• Requires working with high pressure cleaning equipment, manual scrubbing, use of hose and simple mechanical tools


• Post sanitation inspections of all equipment


• Review with Plant Supervisors/Processing Manager and chemical supplier on the correct use of sanitation equipment for process equipment


• Ensure master sanitation schedule is completed as required


• Monitors performance of sanitation crew providing effective feedback and coaching when necessary


• Ensures all company safety practices, policies and procedures are being followed by all employees


• Must follow good manufacturing practices (GMP’s).


• Follow SQF standards relating to cleaning equipment and facility


• Complete all necessary documentation pertaining to sanitation


• Effective communication with supervisors and manager, ensuring sanitation needs are being fulfilled


• Monitor alarms and notify appropriate plant personnel


• Additional duties as assigned

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent


• Familiarity with GMP’s, SQF and HACCP or equivalent practices is highly desirable


• Minimum of two years of specific related experience


• Previous food plant sanitation experience is highly desirable


• Prior experience in a lead or supervisory position preferred


• Knowledge of sanitation methods, chemical handling and use


• Knowledge of process control systems and food safety principles

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities      

• Ability to effectively lead, coach and mentor others


• Ability to speak English and Spanish is highly desirable


• General mechanical aptitude


• Written and verbal communication skills


• Basic math skills

Physical Demands

Stand and walk constantly; grip, grasp, push, pull, reach, bend, stoop, lift up to 10 pounds frequently; sit, climb, lift up to 50 pounds occasionally.

Work Environment

Frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and water, and chemicals. Temperature is regulated for operations standards. Cooler temperatures occur in specific areas. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Proper personal protective equipment will be required during certain working conditions.  Employees are required to comply with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s) due to working in a food manufacturing environment (hairnets, clean clothes, etc.).