Sanitation Supervisor - 2nd Shift
Perdue Farms · Perry, GA · 6 days ago
ManagementFull-time
Principal Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Supervise daily sanitation activities to ensure effective cleaning and compliance with SSOPs, GMPs, and HACCP requirements.
- Supervise and coordinate daily activities to meet schedules, performance metrics and quality standards.
- Implement and monitor the Master Sanitation Schedule (MSS), Periodic Cleaning (PIC/PEC), and sanitation verification processes (ATP, allergen, pathogen testing).
- Train and coach sanitation team members on safety, hygiene, and cleaning procedures.
- Conduct audits and inspections to verify sanitation effectiveness and regulatory compliance.
- Collaborate with FSQA and USDA representatives to address non-conformances and develop corrective actions.
- Maintain accurate records of sanitation activities, chemical usage, and personnel performance.
- Support environmental hygiene initiatives and participate in root cause analysis (RCA) and continuous improvement efforts.
- Ensure sanitation equipment and infrastructure meet hygienic design standards.
- Mentor and coach team members on enhancing skills while managing performance and learning and development of the team.
- Foster a collaborative, inclusive and engaged team culture aligning with company values, leadership behaviors while promoting associate growth.
- Drive associate engagement and retention.
- Collaborate with maintenance to monitor and address equipment issues to minimize downtime.
- Optimize labor and equipment usage to ensure cost-effective operations while meeting standards.
- Provide regular updates on management, performance status, challenges and opportunities for improvement.
- Participate in cross functional performance reviews with other departments such as engineering, quality assurance and supply chain.
Minimum Education and Experience
- A high school diploma/GED and a minimum of 2-3 years in a manufacturing environment with 1+ year in a supervisory role.
- In-depth knowledge of sanitation processes and compliance standards (i.e. USDA, OSHA, etc.).
- HACCP certification and working knowledge of USDA, GMP, SSOP, and food safety regulations.
- Experience with sanitation audits and validation processes.
- Strong leadership and interpersonal skills with a focus on associate development.
- Excellent problem-solving, organizational and time management skills.
- Proficient in Windows based PC and Microsoft Office applications.
- Must have excellent communication skills and the ability to relate well to a wide range of constituents.
- Must be able to function well as a member of a team.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule including weekends, Holidays and overtime as needed.
- Experience utilizing, managing, and affecting a formal, documented Master Sanitation System/Program.
Preferred Education and Experience
- Ace or Bachelor’s Degree (highly preferred).