Sanitation Supervisor (3rd shift)

Sara Lee Frozen Bakery became a stand-alone company in 2018 when it was purchased by Kohlberg and Company (private equity) from Tyson Foods. We have the feel of a startup in many ways, though we are an established brand with a strong customer and consumer base. If you have an entrepreneurial spirit, continually seek process improvements, and a strong sense of customer service, then this is the right type of environment for you.

Our vision is to be the world’s most beloved bakery by creating irresistible foods, growing with our customers, and delivering value for all. We believe that each of us has unique points of difference and experience to offer. We believe that there is always a better way, and we will never be satisfied with the status quo. We believe simplicity enables speed. We believe in integrity above all. We live for food, and we “wow” consumers and customers through collaboration and innovation.

About the role

The Sanitation Supervisor supervises the Sanitation crew to ensure that all safety, efficiency, sanitation, and food safety goals are met. They also work with peers to assure all shift and plant goals are met.

Responsibilities

• Maintain safe working conditions for all employees.
• Train sanitation employees in all aspects of safety and proper cleaning procedures as defined in the plant’s SSOP book and departmental STW.
• Perform annual lockout training and supervise sanitation crew to assure compliance with all plant safety requirements.
• Utilize available sanitation crew members to safely and efficiently clean and/or sanitize all production equipment and achieve desired internal and external audit results.
• Accurately complete all required sanitation, financial, quality, food safety, and safety-related reports.
• Maintain the master sanitation schedule and update as needed.
• Daily scheduling of all sanitation employees, administer all Sanitation employee vacations and time off, be an active participant in the Sanitation Work Stream, and fill in for Operations supervisors on 3rd shift as needed.
• Work with vendors to reduce costs. Order all required sanitation supplies and chemicals.
• Follow and enforce procedures outlined in the Food Safety Plan and the Food Quality Plan and any other programs that support the SQF system and other 3rd party audits.
• Provide formal and informal support and coaching to direct reports as needed to improve performance and/or generate opportunities for further growth and development.
• Possess strong leadership skills marked by the ability to articulate ideas, delegate appropriately, drive accountability, communicate across shifts, and develop and maintain working relationships with all levels of management in Engineering, Production Management, Material Control, Human Resources, and Finance Management.
• Make unpopular decisions to support goals, union contracts, or plant policies.
• Manage multiple priorities simultaneously with numerous interruptions.

Requirements

• All job offers are based on the conditions that the candidate can provide proof of authorization to work legally in the United States and pass a urinalysis screening, which is part of the post-offer health assessment.
• Candidate must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must be flexible with working hours and available for overtime when needed.
• 5+ years of manufacturing experience required with demonstrated leadership experience.
• High school diploma; associate degree preferred.
• This environment includes dust, noise, wet floors, climbing ladders, and potentially slippery conditions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and noise levels that exceed 85dBL.
• Requires extended time on the production floor during production and sanitation operations.
• Basic personal computer skills including Microsoft Excel, Word, Project, and PowerPoint.
• Knowledge of computer applications in the operations and maintenance area. Will utilize Kronos for daily payroll.
• Must have the ability to work autonomously given specific departmental-based objectives and strategies.
• Requires good written and oral communication skills, organizational skills, ability to work independently, and must be results-oriented.
• Knowledge of food production processes and preventive maintenance programs a plus.
• Must have good problem-solving skills and be able to react quickly to dynamic business conditions.
• Must be very organized and have good time management skills.
• Good knowledge of accounting practices and knowledge of Maintenance, parts, and preventive maintenance programs.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Hourly sanitation and production employees report to this position.

Travel

Approximate 0-1% travel required. Must have the ability to tour facilities and grounds.

Reports to: Third Shift Manager