Plant Sanitarian

Seneca Foods is one of North America's leading providers of packaged fruits and vegetables with facilities located throughout the United States. Our high quality products are primarily sourced from over 1,400 American farms. Seneca holds the largest share of the retail private label, food service, and export canned vegetable markets, distributing to over 90 countries. Products are also sold under the brands of Libby’s®, Aunt Nellie’s®, READ®, Seneca Farms®, Green Valley®, Green Giant (Shelf-Stable)®, CherryMan®, Paradise®, Pennant®, and Seneca labels, including Seneca snack chips. Seneca also provides vegetable products to other companies under various co-pack arrangements.

Seneca Foods in Glencoe, MN is currently seeking a full-time Plant Sanitarian to join our team. Seneca Foods offers an excellent benefit package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401K, paid time off and much more Help us make our Farm Fresh Goodness Great

Assigned mechanical job duties to maintain and repair food processing equipment. Completes repairs during the processing season to meet production goals. Overhaul and install plant equipment during non-production periods to be ready for the next scheduled production run.

Responsibilities:

Supervise the sanitation/janitorial crew year-round while they clean the buildings, equipment, grounds, walls, floors, and ceilings along with keeping all sanitation documents up to date and accurate. In charge of all seasonal and repack sanitation operations on pack and off pack including weekly repack sanitation. Responsible for repairing, maintaining, ordering and cost control of sanitation chemicals and equipment. Responsible for working directly with QA to eliminate/improve listeria and environmentals throughout the facility. Manage and maintain Ozone systems throughout the facility. Work with supplier on any issues. Responsible for training employees who participate in sanitation on proper sanitation techniques, chemical handling, and all safety items. Participate and be actively involved in the location safety committee. Complete assigned inspections as required. During the off-pack season (when sanitation duties lighten) will be expected to help with general maintenance in manufacturing where needed. Ensure that Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), safety rules, and regulations are being followed and enforced. Accurate and timely record keeping; including preparation and follow-up on issues in a timely manner. Maintenance of other areas as needed. Employee relations/supervision and training of seasonal staff in work area Appropriate budget planning, cost control, and developing/planning. Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Must have good attention to detail and accuracy. Willingness and ability to work and function in a team environment. Good communication skills. Good mechanical repair and trouble shooting skills. Willingness and ability to work and function in a team environment. Willingness to attend ongoing education classes/trainings.

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