Sanitation Team Lead

As the 2nd shift Sanitation Lead you would be responsible for the overall cleaning/sanitizing of all food contact equipment, surfaces, and production floors. You would facilitate communication with Management and the Sanitation team in preparation of production start-up and audits. You will be the go to expert on manufacturing sanitation. Duties and Responsibilities:Wash down and sanitize all processing equipment, floors, walls, pipes, drains, grounds, ect.Sanitizing/cleaning all food contact equipment, surfaces, production floors, ect.Ensure proper cleaning and sanitizing of all equipment, and facilities meet mandatory sanitation requirements.Use cleaning chemicalsAssembling and disassembling all the processing equipment in all areas of production, if neededComply with all quality and food safety standardsClean/sanitize delicate and expensive machinery such as optical sensors and electrical componentsReport quality/safety/malfunctions to Department ManagerOther duties that are reasonably associated with the above essential functions of the job Qualifications:Experience working on a sanitation team in a food manufacturing facility requiredManagerial experience preferredBilingual - English and SpanishAble to work 2nd shift, and overtime as neededMechanically inclined preferredBasic knowledge of food manufacturing equipment, such as conveyor belts, ect. in order to turn machinery on/offAbility/ knowledge to handle and mix chemicals into portable sprayersCleaning supplies and equipment, such as pressure washers etc. Employment Type: Full-TimeMinimum Experience: Mid-levelCompensation: $18 to $22 per hour Pay and Benefits:Competitive Pay401(k)401(k) matchingHealth InsuranceDental/Vision InsuranceLife insurancePaid time off Traina Dried Fruit, INC. takes pride in being an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment, including hiring, promoting, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.