5+ years sanitation experience in food manufacturing
Preferred HACCP and FSMA (PCQI) certifications
3+ years as an Assistant Manager or Supervisor
Proficiency in MS Office
Strong understanding of Good Manufacturing Practices
Experience directing and training cleaning crews
Familiarity with American Institute of Baking inspection procedures
Responsibilities
Maintain cleanliness and sanitation standards based on established schedules
Develop and enforce sanitation policies compliant with industry regulations
Lead and manage a sanitation team of over 25 union workers
Conduct inspections to ensure sanitation compliance and implement corrective actions
Manage sanitation inventory and supply needs
Facilitate communication and development for sanitation staff
Collaborate with pest control and take part in GMP audit inspections
Benefits
Opportunity for professional development through workshops
Involvement in process development for product safety
Potential for project implementation
Work in a supportive and collaborative environment
Full Job Description
Maintain clean work environment and sanitation work flow by following the Master Sanitation Cleaning schedule frequencies along with maintaining several sanitation programs and policies.
Develop and implement sanitation policies and procedures to maintain a clean and safe environment in accordance with industry standards and regulations.
Manage and oversee a team of sanitation staff, providing leadership and guidance to ensure efficient and effective sanitation operation.
Conduct regular inspections of the bakery to identify areas that require cleaning and implementation of corrective actions to address any issues.
Maintain sanitation supply inventory to ensure the necessary equipment and or needs of the department are met.
Develop sanitation staff through communication, evaluation, coaching, and monitoring.
Work directly with Pest Control Provider.
Conduct or take part in weekly plant GMP audit inspection.
Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, including OSHA, FDA, and local health department requirements.
Participate in the development of processes to minimize product safety incident exposure.
Provide support to the other departments as needed.
Participate in all customer audits, certification audits, and all regulatory visits.
Oversee sanitation staff of 25+ hourly union employees.
Responsible for developing a working relationship with all departmental staff, other department heads, and any other appropriate Alpha Baking personnel as required.
Primary shift will be 1st, but the role requires to be able to work different shifts when and if necessary.
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Conduct all business dealings in a professional and courteous manner.
Work with computers and software.
Propose cost reduction strategies for facility.
Support and implement new project ideas and designs.
Maintains professional knowledge by attending company paid workshops.
Other duties and projects as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS:
More than 5 years of sanitation experience in a food manufacturing environment
HACCP and FSMA (PCQI) certifications are preferred.
More than 3 years experience as an Assistant Manager or Supervisor is preferred.
Personal Computer Skills - Proficient with MS Office
Understands Good Manufacturing Practices.
Experience in scheduling, training, and directing cleaning crews
Understanding of the American Institute of Baking inspection procedures.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Lifting, pushing, and pulling up to 50 pounds occasionally.
Long periods of sitting/standing/walking.
Frequent typing and working with a personal computer.
