Job Information
Lauridsen Group Inc. Sanitation Supervisor - APC Sublette in Sublette, Kansas
We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Sanitation Supervisor to oversee the sanitation operations of our manufacturing plant. This position will manage the sanitation program and execute the program in partnership with operations and quality staff. This position will be responsible for continuous improvement of plant sanitation, including routine and periodic cleaning, and for maintaining the areas in accordance with approved quality and sanitation procedures and to Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures (SSOP’s).
JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
High school diploma or GED required. Post high school education in chemistry, food sciences, sanitation, quality control or a related field is highly preferred.
Minimum 5 years of experience in a sanitation role within a manufacturing environment, with at least 3 years in a supervisory capacity.
Ability to stand, walk and bend for extended hours in varying environmental conditions (hot, cold, wet)
Ability to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends, as needed.
Effective leader with ability to problem solve and motivate team.
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
Able to work in a team environment and assist in other work-related areas as requested.
Knowledge of food industry-standard cleaning chemicals, storage, use, measurement of concentrations.
Knowledge of SSOP (Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures) .
Knowledge on the proper steps involved in cleaning and sanitation.
Proven interaction and leadership with chemical suppliers.
Knowledge of tools and equipment used for effective cleaning and sanitation.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Proficient with computers and knowledge of MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint to construct basic spreadsheets, charts, reports, and training materials.
Must be flexible with the schedule and daily demands of the department.
Ability to identify operational problems and troubleshoot until they are resolved.
Accept supervisory responsibility in accordance with the company policies and applicable laws.
Must be familiar with SQF and GMP audits along with general Food Safety programs.
Maintain a positive and respectful attitude.
Demonstration of professionalism to all team members, clients, vendors and customers.
Ability to organize and lead daily crew meetings and other meetings as necessary.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Daily Cleaning Management: Supervise and coordinate daily cleaning activities to ensure all areas of the plant meet sanitation standards. This includes overseeing the cleaning of production equipment, floors, walls, and other surfaces.
Master Sanitation Schedule: Develop, implement, and maintain master sanitation schedules to ensure all areas of the facility are cleaned and sanitized regularly. Adjust schedules as needed based on production demands and inspection results.
Chemical Inventory Management: Manage and monitor chemical inventory, ensuring proper usage, storage, and disposal of cleaning agents. Maintain accurate records of chemical usage and ensure compliance with safety regulations.
Inspections and Audits: Conduct regular inspections and audits to ensure compliance with sanitation and safety regulations. Identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions as necessary.
Staff Training and Supervision: Train and supervise sanitation staff, providing guidance and support as needed. Ensure all team members are knowledgeable about proper cleaning procedures and safety protocols.
Collaboration with QA Manager: Work closely with the QA Manager to address any sanitation-related issues and implement corrective actions. Participate in quality assurance meetings and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
Record Keeping: Maintain accurate records of cleaning activities, chemical usage, and compliance reports. Prepare reports for management and regulatory agencies as required.
Equipment Maintenance: Ensure all sanitation equipment is properly maintained and in good working condition. Coordinate repairs and replacements as needed.
Industry Best Practices: Stay updated on industry best practices and regulatory changes related to sanitation and hygiene. Implement new procedures and technologies to enhance sanitation processes.
Key Mental Requirements: This job requires the mental capabilities to comprehend, analyze and effectively communicate complex information. Logical thinking, calculating abilities and common sense are also necessary to accomplish these job duties.
JOB DUTIES:
Supervise sanitation team members across all shifts, including directing work, setting priorities and ensuring team development.
Adhere to company policy and procedures, including but not limited to 100% adherence to all company chemical, safety and cleaning policies and procedures.
Develop and maintain comprehensive master (periodic) sanitation schedule and work with plant operations staff to schedule and complete work. Routinely review to ensure plant maintains optimal sanitation levels and revise as appropriate.
Adhere to and model safe work practices at all times
Review and maintain plant sanitation procedures and SSOPs.
Review, track and report compliance to master sanitation schedule and SSOPs.
Interpret, track and provide targeted actions as needed for environmental monitoring findings.
Act as plant liaison with sanitation chemical supplier, including coordinating routine chemical inventory, annual cleaning validations, and non-routine activities.
Provide sanitation-related training and development of plant staff and operators.
Verify pre-operational inspections at random to ensure compliance.
Identify and execute areas for continuous improvement within sanitation programs and/or execution.
Comply with all company food safety and quality policies.
Model the Company Values
Perform other duties as assigned.
WORKING CONDITIONS AND EXPOSURES:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to operating and moving machinery and vibration, and outside weather conditions year around. The noise level in the work environment can be loud and requires hearing protection. Additional exposures include biohazards, odors, occasional use of hazardous chemicals, dust and wet floors.
BASIC PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Approximate: 8-10-Hour Day
Key: Occasional = 0% - 33%
Frequent = 34% - 66%
Continuous = 67% - 100%
N/A = Not Applicable
Standing Continuous
Sitting Occasional
Walking Frequent
Bending/Kneeling/Crouching/Stooping Frequent
Reaching Above Shoulder Frequent
Climbing (stairs, ladders, etc.) Frequent
Working on Heights:
Unprotected Heights Occasional
Protected Heights Frequent
Lifting Weights from 0 to 50 pounds Frequent
Push/Pull/Maneuver Equipment/Products/Materials
Weighing from 0 to 50 pounds Occasional
Being Around and/or Operating Moving Machinery/Equipment Continuous
Operating a Vehicle (as a part of your job) Occasional
Read/Monitor Gauges on Various Equipment/Machinery Frequent
Hand Movements:
Recording Data Frequent
Operating Office Equipment Frequent
Operating Computer Frequent
Simple Grasping (right and left) Frequent
Firm Grasping (right and left) Frequent
Fine Manipulating (right and left) Occasional
Foot Movements to Operate Foot Controls Occasional
Good Vision, Corrected to Normal; or Ability to Access
Required Information and to Perform Job Duties Yes
Color Definition Yes
Good Hearing, Corrected to Normal; or Ability to Communicate
and/or Understand Required Information and to Perform
Job Duties Yes
Ability to be Mobile throughout Required Work Areas Yes
Office Yes
Multiple Locations Yes
Plant Yes
Equipment/Maintenance or Repair Area Yes
Rough Terrain Yes
Other N/A
“Note: This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of the job duties and requirements associated with this job, but is intended to represent an accurate reflection of the current job.”
Participates in E-Verify
#SAPC
LGI’s foundation began in 1916 as the Lauridsen Creamery, selling butter, eggs and poultry to the local community. Although our headquarters in Ankeny, Iowa, is not far from the old creamery in Dedham, Iowa, the company is now worldwide with more than fifty manufacturing and sales locations in twenty countries and sales in more than sixty countries.
Each company under the LGI umbrella is truly independent. They have the ability and the charge to be entrepreneurial, to seek out new markets, to develop new products and applications, and – above all - to discover new ways to add value through fractionation and novel application.
What’s more, because some LGI companies have offices and presence around the world, all LGI companies benefit from their exposure to new markets, new products, new applications and new thinking.