Sanitation Manager

Job Summary The Sanitation Manager is responsible for assuring the cleanliness of the environment in which all Crown Bakeries products are produced, stored and distributed. Key activities include daily plant sanitation monitoring, effort toward ongoing improvement of sanitation programs and procedures and verification that checklists are being completed and cleaning tasks are being performed satisfactorily. Responsibilities Interviewing, hiring new employees, appraising performance, rewarding and disciplining employees, and resolving problems. Training and instructing employees regarding sanitation standards, GMPs, SSOPs and department objectives. Maintaining and updating all SSOPs, Master Sanitation Schedule, and department forms. Working with Management to develop procedures and techniques for verifying and validating the effectiveness of current sanitation procedures; ATP. Planning, assigning, and directing all work activities of the Sanitation Supervisor, Sanitation Leads, and Sanitors. Verifying that all activities are performed with attention to high standards of food safety and quality, in compliance with all regulatory and customer requirements and focused on continuous process improvement. Compiling required reports regarding plant sanitation inspections, sanitation violations, and corrective actions to resolve deficiencies. Audit compliance. Ensuring that the facility is audit ready at all times and representing the Sanitation Department during regulatory, third-party and customer audits. Developing corrective action procedures and conducting employee training for any audit deficiencies noted. Managing the Sanitation Department budget and exploring cost savings and continuous improvement options to improve efficiency and reduce costs. Working closely with chemical consultants in reviewing chemical usage and operating procedures as well as keeping abreast of new technology. Meeting weekly with the pest control provider before and after their visit to discuss any issues found or existing in the facility; the report must be signed by the Sanitation Manager. Maintaining a pest control sighting log in the employee cafeteria. Organizing regular meetings with Sanitation associates, supervisors and leads to discuss performance objectives and expectations. Facilitating communication between Operations, Quality, and Maintenance departments. Conducting daily walk-throughs to assess the cleanliness of work areas and equipment. Monitoring progress against established goals for improved efficiency in sanitation operations. Qualifications and Skills BS or other relevant 4-year degree. Minimum 5 years related food manufacturing experience. Analytical skills for problem solving and decision making. Superior communication skills. Microsoft Office Suite proficiency. Basic mathematical and statistical skills. Experience with and familiarity with GFSI audits is mandatory (BRC or SQF). Certified in HACCP. Certified in pest control and clear understanding of IPM (Integrated Pest Management). Experience in the use of ATP meter and keeping weekly records on swabbing results. Experience in titration of cleaning chemicals and recording results weekly. Performing daily GMP and food safety walks with Supervisors and Leads. Weekly plant inspections with entire plant management, covering the entire plant within four weeks. Work Conditions Work in a noisy environment. Work indoors as well as outdoors. Work in wet and/or humid conditions. Work in cold or hot environments. Work around machinery. EEO Statement Crown Bakeries is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment. It is our policy to recruit, hire, train and promote individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law. We prohibit any such discrimination or harassment in our workplace and strive to foster a diverse and inclusive workforce. This EEO policy applies to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, benefits and other terms and conditions of employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr