Sanitation Manager

Sanitation Manager Full Time First/Mid Level Mgrs Robersonville, NC, US 6 days ago Requisition ID: 1690 At Flagstone Foods, we believe appreciation grows goodness. It shows every day in how we work —by looking out for one another, taking pride in what we produce, and doing the job right. We’re one of North America’s largest manufacturers of snack nuts, trail mixes, and dried fruits, with plants in Robersonville, NC; El Paso, TX; and Dothan, AL, and a headquarters in Minneapolis. Our teams keep our lines running, our food safe, and our quality high. We’re growing and adding to our team. We’re looking for reliable, dedicated people who value teamwork, safety, and consistency. If you want work you can take pride in, a supportive team, and a company that respects the people on the floor, you may find your home at Flagstone Foods. POSITION: Sanitation Manager REPORTS TO: Director, Food Safety & Quality Assurance Position Summary Oversee sanitation department functions and personnel. Ensure facility and equipment are cleaned in compliance with regulatory and Company standards. Must ensure efficient production and compliance with all company quality, safety, and Good Manufacturing Practices policies and procedures. Essential Functions Plan, manage, and direct plant sanitation procedures, programs, and regulatory compliance, ensuring all plant equipment is clean and staged for production. Ensures compliance with all standard operating procedures. Providing departmental training and development to optimize employee success. Communicate performance standards, including recognition/rewards and counseling performance corrective actions. Ensure the staff has necessary resources and capabilities. Monitor pest control program, including third party service provider activities. Directs and has full responsibility for Environmental Monitoring program. Maintain and execute the Master Sanitation Schedule (MSS), partnering with operations to ensure timely completion and compliance with sanitation standards. Develop operating policies and procedures, as necessary. Ensure documentation of plant procedures related to approving cleaning chemicals, cleaning schedules, and equipment readiness. Conduct/coordinate required plant-wide training as required to ensure staff are involved with sanitation activities. Demonstrate full knowledge of and compliance with Company Quality and Good Manufacturing Practices policies and procedures. Review and assure appropriate knowledge of and adherence to Quality/GMP standards by all staff in assigned area. Address and/or escalate and document all Quality/GMP compliance issues or concerns. Demonstrated mechanical and spatial aptitude, including the ability to disassemble and reassemble equipment. Working knowledge of FDA regulations, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), sanitation processes/procedures, HACCP, OSHA. Understanding of Lean Manufacturing/Continuous Improvement methodologies and ability to teach and model them. Strong knowledge of packaging, filling, and process systems and roasting operations machinery. Perform other job-related duties as assigned. Qualifications (Education/Experience) 3 to 5 years minimum job-related experience. Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in a manager role required. Strong computer skills including knowledge and understanding of Microsoft Office and preferably SAP experience. Food Safety, PCQI, HACCP Certification or acceptable experience. Sanitation Staff Physical Requirements The physical demands described within the Essential Functions section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform this job. Other duties or tasks may be assigned as required. Management may modify, change, or add to the duties of this description at any time without notice. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to: Communicate with others both verbally and in writing. Be independently mobile. Use a computer and keyboard. Regularly sit, stand, walk, reach, stretch, stoop, bend, for extended periods. Ability to lift/carry 25 to 50 lbs. Exposure to noise levels requiring hearing protection. FLSA Designation This position is Exempt and is not eligible for overtime. Benefits You’ll Enjoy: At Flagstone Foods, we take care of our team. You’ll have access to medical, dental, and HSA options, a 401(k) plan with company match, and company-paid life and disability coverage. Benefits begin on the first of the month after 60 days of employment, giving you peace of mind while you focus on the work you take pride in. Participation in Flagstone Foods’ benefits programs is subject to the terms and conditions of each plan. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. #J-18808-Ljbffr Flagstone Foods