Sanitation Supervisor

Purpose of Position:

Maintain the cleanliness of the facility and ensure processing and storage areas are cleaned and sanitized on proper schedule.

Accountabilities:

• Implement and follow Sanitation SOPs (SSOP).
• Manage the location's sanitization supplies and chemical usage.
• Manage and supervise the location's sanitation crew.
• Maintain and update sanitation manual based on new corporate guidelines and statutory regulations.
• Supervise the location's chemical safety / right to know program.
• Supervise the location's sanitation program requirements.
• Handle the proper management and employee training for GMP's, procedures and personnel safety.
• Develop relationship with chemical supplier and ensure proper chemicals are being used.
• Interface with the Operations Manager and/or Maintenance Manager for Quality Assurance issues and the established standard operating procedures, including preventative maintenance programs.
• Maintain open communication with all Managers to ensure Del Monte's quality standards are maintained at all times.
• Responsible for following, promoting, and enforcing food safety practices and food defense within the facility.
• Ensures HACCP, FSMA, federal, local, and company rules and regulations are adhered to throughout the facility.

Minimum Skills Required:

• High School diploma
• 3-5 years previous work experience in a similar position
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communications skills
• Good organization, and analytical skills
• Ability to work in cold environment.
• Ability to prepare / measure/ audit chemicals.
• Trainable on forklift driving
• Training on sanitation procedures.
• Trained on chemical handling and crew supervision
• Ability to work as a team player
• Able to lead a group and facilitate training
• Innovation: ability to use creativity and judgment to resolve problems
• Strong leadership capabilities
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Programs (i.e. Excel, Word and Outlook, etc

Preferred:

• A bachelor’s degree in Business or similar field
• Deep knowledge of the Sanitation or Manufacturing Industry with corresponding certifications.
• HACCP certified is preferred.
• Advanced MS Excel skills
• Advanced analytical skills
• Bilingual in Spanish would also be a plus

***Please note: This position does not qualify for relocation expenses. ***

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