Sanitation Supervisor

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assistswith the supervision ofSanitationstaff, including training and development of forepersons and performance management in compliance with unioncontract.

• AssistsSanitationManagementwith scheduling when necessary toassureavailability ofstaffing needs to support client group(s). 

• The Sanitation Supervisor must be able toidentifyharborage points,high riskareas, and create mitigation strategies.
• Assist Sanitation Management indeveloping an efficient MSS andidentifycleaning, frequency,and proceduralopportunities.
• Ensure MSS related tasks are completedin a timely manner.

• Maintains all Process/Cleaning Logbooks/Binders, ensuring all steps of the Manufacturing Cleaning directions are followed per See’s SSOPs andGMPS.

• Disassemble,cleanand sanitize, processing equipment such as hoppers, mixers, enrobers,swecos, conveyors, scoops, and all other machines, components and parts or as directed by the Manager.

• Measure, Mix,cleaning,and Sanitizing Solutions as per instructions by the Sanitation Manager/Chemical Provider.

• Maintain close supervision of the Pest Management Programandassistin collecting Environmental Program samples.

• Read and Maintain CIP readouts and have the ability to troubleshoot CIP issues.

• Assistsin computer input and departmental record-keepingincluding but not limited to HRIS timekeeping function(s) as.

• Guides Sanitation team in minor and major cleans, delegating responsibilities as necessary, supervising a team of45to50people, training new/existing team members on safety, efficiency, and proper ways to clean the equipment, ensuring MSS is completed at the frequency given.

• Develops,maintains, and enforcesSanitationDepartment Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), food/sanitationsafety programs, and workplace safety practices to ensure the safe, efficient, and compliant operation ofSanitationequipment and processes. Monitors team performance and adherence to all established procedures, regulatory requirements, and company standards.

• Leads and activelysupportscompany safety, food safety, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), quality, and cost-control initiatives within theSanitationDepartment. Drives employee engagement, accountability, and continuous improvement efforts to achieve operational, quality, and performanceobjectives.

• Maintains communicationwithinown department, as well as cross-departmental with client group(s) such asPacking,Operationsto name a few.

• Responsibleforidentifyingopportunities to enhance technology and innovation that will improve departmental effectiveness.

• Buildspeoplecapabilities through coaching and mentoring of direct reports. Provides performance evaluations for their team.

• All See’s staff must be committed to the company’s core principles and workplace values, including diversity and inclusion.

• Performs special projects,and/orotherdutiesasneeded.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma, certificate inrelativeareas preferred.

• Strongpeoplemanagement, communication, motivational, and customer service skills.

• Excellent verbal and written bilingual skills (English/Spanish) highly preferred.

• 3-5 years’ experiencesupervising a union workforce with a diverse employee population.

• Bachelor’s degree in food science, engineering, business, or other related field preferred (education can compensate for less experience and vice versa).

• Food manufacturingpreferred.

• Strongmathematicalproficiency; excellent PC skills.Familiarity with warehouse management systems or production schedulingpreferred.

• Provenability to learnnew technologiesquickly and manage change efficiently,proactivelyand in a positive manner. 

• Understanding ofGFSI, HACCP, SQF, FDA, GMP, GDP, and how to complete RCA/CAPA/NCR/CAR.

• Mustpossessa clear understanding of chemicalcompounds and usage.

• Must be able to stand for 10 hours and be able to lift 50lbs. 

• 3-5yearssupervisor experience.

• 4-6yearssanitation experience.

The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, in addition to a full range of generous medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.