Sanitation Specialist

Job Type Full-timeDescriptionFrom your PASSION to oursThe Sanitation Specialist will function as support for the Sanitation Manager in ensuring the continuous operation and availability of pumps, valves and equipment by ensuring that the periodic inspections, cleaning and preventive activities are performed as per schedule. Provides support with charts and sanitation documentation review, measuring and monitoring trends and data analysis of the periodic activities.The Sanitation Specialist is responsible for the implementation of the periodic program inspections, supporting the cleaning and preventive activities related to valves, pumps and equipment in the plant, as well as the respective analysis of the data to trigger recommendations for improvement (e.g. frequencies, materials, tools). The Sanitation Specialist will team with production, maintenance and sanitation areas to facilitate and accommodate the execution of the periodic program.From your EXPERTISE to ours Key responsibilities for this position include: •Perform all work related to the Periodic Program inspections, cleaning and preventive activities, including, but it is not limited to disassembling valves and pumps to replace gaskets, o-rings, seal kits, disassembling and assembling HTST plates set, etc. •Record, monitor and track results of activities, spare parts usage, cost, status of replaced parts to assess and make recommendations of changes in the program- frequency, material of parts, etc.•Tracks KPI's defined for the activities such as times of completion, downtime, delays and participates in the solutions for achieving goals•Lead resource supporting and coordinating activities by working together with stakeholders - production maintenance and sanitation•Participates actively in the investigations and follows up on actions and investigations related to foreign material contamination when related the periodic inspections.•Reports to the Sanitation Manager deviations in the process and equipment that impact the implementation of the activities•Support the sanitation manager with the needed information to define projects for the Capital Investment Plan and the budget. •Spearhead continuous improvement projects in this area (pumps and valves). Conduct cross departmental auditing and training.•Support the sanitation team (and other areas as needed) with training and coaching in valves, pumps, etc•Support the sanitation training plan and JSM development activities related to his function•Support the sanitation manager with charts and sanitation paperwork review.•Support the area by providing input for internal and external audits and follow up to closure of deviations applicable to the activities of the role•Produce a safe quality product and maintain a clean work environment by complying with all State, Federal and Lactalis GMP policies and regulations. •Champion safety and reinforce the safety of other employees including by identifying issues and problems, taking corrective action and monitoring the corrective action.•Work effectively and cooperatively with team/work group or those outside the formal line of authority (e.g. peers, managers) to accomplish organizational goals; taking actions that respect the needs and contributions of others; contributing to and accepting the consensus. •Perform assignments in a safe and environmentally responsible manner (i.e. Minimize impact on the environment). Support and participate in plant safety and environmental initiatives to reduce loss and promote sustainability.•Other duties as assigned by sanitation manager.RequirementsFrom your STORY to ours Qualified applicants will contribute the following: Education- Associate's degree or higher Preferred Highschool diploma can be considered based on experienceExperience - 3 years minimum experience in manufacturing facilities1 year experience in dairy production, food or similar industries (e.g. pharmaceuticals)Specialized knowledge - Valves and pumps knowledge requiredGeneral knowledge of dairy equipment preferred - HTST, packaging machines Skills/Abilities - Effective and proficient communicator, both written and verbalAble to manage time through efficient planning and organizing of daily work.Proactive, flexible, analytical, and attentive to detail Salary Description $28-$35