Sanitation Technician Lead

• Adhere to all health and safety policies/procedures, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and wear the required personal protective equipment (PPE) while working.
• Responsible to adhere to food quality and food safety as per quality standards and/or Safe Quality Food requirements.
• Performs the duties of a Sanitation Technician III as required.
• At the direction of the Supervisor, assigns work assignments to Sanitation Technicians.
• Confers with management and employees on sanitation problems and recommends changes in equipment, plant layout, lighting, ventilation, or work practices to improve sanitation standards and purity of product.
• Assists Sanitation Manager in required reports regarding inspections, sanitation violations, and steps taken to resolve deficiencies.
• Serve as the point of contact for vendor management in the absence of the Supervisor.
• Provides training to other employees as needed.
• Work closely with chemical supplier on additional chemical safety training.
• Determine priorities for cleaning either through directions provided by Supervisor or through consultation of the Master Sanitation Schedule.
• Perform thorough quality control/concentration checks on sanitization products, including disinfectants, detergents, and sanitizing agents, to verify efficacy and safety.
• Use sanitation chemicals and follow chemical usage labels for application.
• Validates sanitation effectiveness with visual inspection and chemical concentration testing. Work with chemical supplier on annual validation of CIP/COP.
• Utilize motorized floor scrubber as needed
• Conduct routine inspections of sanitization equipment, processes, and facilities to ensure compliance with company standards and regulatory requirements.
• Confirm proper sanitation by monitoring printouts of CIP systems (manual or electronic).
• Support non-routine tasks, special projects and/or testing as required.
• Stays informed about industry trends, regulations, and best practices related to sanitation and quality assurance.
• Account for plant chemical usage and look for opportunities to optimized as needed.

• Ability to read and understand Safety Data Sheets (SDS).
• Able to work in a multi-temperature environment, subject to outside temperatures.
• Ability to perform tasks in accordance with safety protocols to prevent accidents and contamination.
• Ability to operate industrial cleaning machines (e.g., pressure washers, floor scrubbers).
• Ability to identify potential sanitation issues before they become problems.
• Capability to perform physically demanding tasks, including lifting, bending, and standing for long periods of time.

• Familiarity with OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) guidelines and other relevant safety regulations.
• Knowledge of food safety standards (e.g., HACCP, FDA regulations if applicable).
• Meticulous in performing tasks to ensure all areas are thoroughly cleaned and sanitized.
• Efficient in managing time to complete cleaning tasks within scheduled times.
• Creative thinking to develop and implement effective cleaning strategies.
• Ability to understand and follow instructions and safety guidelines.
• Cooperative attitude and willingness to assist co-workers.
• Professional demeanor in interactions with colleagues and supervisors.

• Highschool diploma or equivalent.
• 3 – 4 years of experience as a sanitation/janitorial worker in a warehouse environment using mobile cleaning equipment, able to operate mobile cleaning equipment and industrial baler.
• Some experience leading others preferred.

• Work Schedule: Weekdays, weekends, afternoon, evenings, overnight and holidays may be required. Overtime scheduled as needed.
• Work Environment: Operating in a fast-paced production plant with numerous moving parts. Noise levels require hearing protection and temperatures can get very hot and/or relatively cold. The environment is structured and supervised.

• Travel anticipated: Rarely

• Visual/Sensory – This position requires attention to detail, requiring attention with one or two senses at a time.

• This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Legal Benefits
• 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match
• 12 Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Paid Time Off
• Well-being Benefits
• Discount and Total Reward Programs

• 2 year(s): Related work experience

• High School or better

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