Sanitation Lead

Job Purpose Support the companyu2019s sanitation food safety program by focusing on proper cleaning and sanitizing of plant equipment and building in a manner that meets and complies with all food safety policies, FDA and OSHA regulations. Essential Functions + Provide leadership to the Sanitation department ensuring employees are organized and trained to complete work effectively and on time + Coordinate with other departments to ensure all work is completed as needed + Assume necessary operational and administrative duties in the absence of immediate supervisor + Serve as backup when Sanitors are on leave (emergency, vacation, sick and/or FMLA) + Perform basic machine disassembly/setup for cleaning (e.g., covers, piping, cover electrical with plastic) + Ensure all cleaning tasks are performed per SSOPs; verify cleaning SSOPs when required + Ensure MSS projects are completed on time, prioritize/schedule MSS projects for team completion by monthu2019s end, and review and audit MSS + Perform pre-ops on machines and train on proper pre-op inspections and proper ATP swabbing + Recognize and address equipment needing deep cleaning, notify proper departments, and ensure areas are cleaned; update MSS as needed and ensure compliance to MSS + Fully train Sanitors/Production on proper cleaning of lines using the 7 steps to proper food plant sanitation and SSOPs + Train others on CIP system and verify cleaning is being completed per SSOP + Train others on chemical titration; manage chemical inventory; work with chemical rep on training, new products, and issues facing sanitation + Write SSOPs for new equipment; update and verify SSOPs as needed + Write intensified cleaning procedures and ensure proper cleaning in a timely manner + Work with Quality Assurance department when environmental issues arise in the plant + Assist with third party audits, customer audits, and regulatory inspections + Track payroll, time off/vacation requests, and attendance for department + Work with HR regarding personnel and performance issues for department + Report employee safety, food safety, and quality problems to appropriate personnel + Support food safety program, quality standards, and legality of manufactured products + Perform other job-related duties as assigned Qualifications (Education, Experience, Competencies) + 5+ years working in a food plant as a sanitor cleaning equipment/machines/building and cleaning for MSS completion and upcoming audits; previous experience with 3rd party audits + PCQI trained; if not, willing to complete training + HACCP certification preferred; if not, willing to complete training + GFSI audit experience + Sanitation training from a reputable establishment (e.g., Ecolab) + Knowledge of common facility pathogens: Listeria, Salmonella, etc. + Certified to operate a skyjack and drive a forklift + Proven experience in a leadership/supervisory role + Advanced knowledge of pre-rinse/wash/rinse/sanitize steps 3rd Shift: Tuesday - Saturday (10:00pm - 6:30am)

Created: 2025-09-26