Area Sanitation Manager

JBS USA

$117K — $142K *
Food & Beverages
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • 5 years of sanitation experience in a related field.
  • 5 years of supervisory or managerial experience preferred.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel).
  • SAP experience is preferred.
  • Strong communication skills with internal and external partners.
  • Willingness to work flexible hours and travel as needed.
  • High School Diploma/GED required; Bachelor's degree in a related field typically required.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee daily sanitation operations across multiple Big Bird BU locations.
  • Enforce company policies and sanitation standards diligently.
  • Supervise, train, and develop sanitation team members.
  • Conduct regular housekeeping audits to maintain high cleanliness standards.
  • Develop sanitation procedures aligned with GMP and regulatory standards.
  • Monitor employee practices regarding cleanliness, sanitation, and pest control.
  • Lead safety training to ensure compliance with OSHA regulations and company policies.
  • Implement innovative methods to enhance sanitation performance.
  • Maintain documentation and records necessary for reporting requirements.
  • Collaborate with production and maintenance teams to meet operational goals.

Benefits

  • Vision, medical, and dental coverage starting after 60 days of employment.
  • Paid time off including sick leave, vacation, and 6 observed holidays.
  • 401(k) with company match after the first year, adhering to vesting schedule.
  • Incentive pay eligibility for annual bonus participation.
  • Opportunities for professional growth through continuous learning programs.
Full Job Description
Description

Position at Pilgrim's

Area Sanitation Manager

GENERAL SUMMARY:

This position will be responsible for managing the cleaning and sanitizing over multiple Big Bird BU locations and responsible for the Safe, clean and on-time delivery at each location to maintain conformance to USDA standards within a schedule to ensure maximum operating time. Works with the director to develop plans as needed to address concerns.

*** The selected candidate will be located at or live by any of these Pilgrim's Big Bird facilities - Nacogdoches, TX, Mt. Pleasant, TX, Broadway, VA, Douglas, GA, Sumter, SC, or Marshville, NC. There is one opening and it is NOT a remote position!

BASIC RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Oversees daily operations of the sanitation departments throughout the Big Bird BU locations.
  • Complies with, understands and enforces all company policies and standards.
  • Supervises, trains and develops sanitation employees.
  • Assists in performing regular housekeeping audits.
  • Develops sanitation procedures according to Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP), USDA and FDA regulations for all sanitation tasks.
  • Maintains GMP provisions and monitors employee practices that relate to cleanliness, sanitation and pest control.
  • Conducts safety training to comply with OSHA regulations and company standards.
  • Develops and implements new methods, procedures and systems to improve sanitation performance.
  • Maintains all pertinent records, reports and other paperwork as needed.
  • Partners with production and maintenance resources to meet plant objectives.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
  • 5 years Sanitation experience in a related field.
  • 5 years supervisory or managerial experience preferred.
  • Computer skills with Microsoft Office Suite Programs (Outlook, Word, Excel).
  • SAP experience preferred.
  • Ability to effectively communicate with both internal and external partners.
  • Ability to work other days/hours as needed.
  • Must be willing to travel as needed to effectively perform the duties of the position.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENT:

High School Diploma/GED required. Typically requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field.

Why Work for Pilgrim's?

  • Benefits: Vision, Medical, and Dental coverage begin after 60 days of employment;
  • Paid Time Off: sick leave, vacation, and 6 company observed holidays;
  • 401(k): company match begins after the first year of service and follows the company vesting schedule;
  • Base Salary range of $117,176 - $142,369.20
  • Incentive Pay: This position is eligible to participate in the Company's annual bonus plan; the amount of bonus varies and is subject to the standard terms and conditions of the incentive program; and
  • Career Development: Our company is dedicated to supporting professional growth by offering continuous learning opportunities and a focus on career growth through various learning and development programs;
  • Better Futures


The Company is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our team members and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct drug, alcohol, and background checks for all new team members post-offer and prior to the start of employment. The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires that verification of employment eligibility be documented for all new employees by the end of the third day of work.

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