Sanitation Team Leader

CBL Bakeries Ltd; Calgary; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading bakery company in Canada is seeking a Sanitation Team Leader to oversee a sanitation team responsible for cleaning the manufacturing plant. The role requires leading the team, working with sanitation chemicals, and ensuring compliance with safety protocols. Competitive pay of $22.00-$25.00 per hour with benefits offered for full-time employment. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Benefits

Dental care

Extended health care

Life insurance

On-site parking

Qualifications

• Previous experience leading a sanitation team in food manufacturing; bakery experience preferred.
• Sanitation experience is a must.
• Comfortable working with sanitation chemicals and cleaning agents.

Responsibilities

• Oversee cleaning of the bakery manufacturing plant.
• Train fellow associates in relief positions.
• Conduct inspections and record findings.

Skills

Leadership in sanitation

Detail-oriented

Knowledge of GMPs and HACCP

Communication in English

Experience with sanitation chemicals

Job description

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As a Sanitation Team Leader, you will oversee a dynamic sanitation team responsible for cleaning the bakery manufacturing plant using CFIA-approved chemicals and following regulatory guidelines. This position requires you to work the night shift for 10 hours over four days a week, providing a great opportunity for career growth and development.

Here's Who You Are

• Previous experience leading a sanitation team in a food manufacturing setting; bakery experience is preferred.
• Sanitation experience is a must.
• Comfortable working with sanitation chemicals and cleaning agents (WHMIS experience).
• Detail-oriented, able to work collaboratively with a diverse team.
• Proficient in English, both verbal and written.
• Knowledgeable about GMPs, SSOPs, OHS, and other quality and safety programs relevant to food processing environments (e.g., HACCP).
• Flexible with work hours, including some weekends.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Hands-on cleaning, leadership duties, and process improvement throughout the facility.
• Prioritize and analyze issues, assist in decision-making regarding sanitation and employee conduct.
• Train fellow associates in relief positions.
• Identify problems proactively and suggest solutions.
• Recognize and report equipment tampering.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of work areas; remove waste at shift end; ensure equipment care.
• Follow safety protocols and participate in safety training; report injuries or unsafe conditions.
• Support quality management, food safety, employee safety, and maintenance programs.
• Ensure sanitation tasks are performed safely, efficiently, and accurately.
• Monitor chemical preparation and use.
• Clean equipment used in production, conduct visual inspections.
• Respond promptly to sanitation needs, work safely and responsibly.
• Follow sanitation procedures and work instructions.
• Conduct inspections and record findings.
• Train employees on SSOPs and assist in designing these procedures.
• Enforce GMP, SSOP, FIFO, HACCP compliance; take corrective actions as needed.
• Participate in safety training; report injuries immediately.
• Foster positive employee relations and respectful interactions.
• Ensure proper material and chemical rotation; maintain lot tracking.
• Report equipment issues or hazards to supervisor.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Physical Demands

Must fulfill essential physical functions:

• Manual dexterity: use of hands and fingers.
• Bending and stooping frequently.
• Lifting up to 25 kg regularly, more with assistance.
• Handle equipment, operate pallet jacks, climb ladders, use tools.
• Frequent neck and head movements.

Work Conditions

Exposure to noisy, dusty, refrigerated, and hot environments.

CBL Bakeries offers a competitive salary and benefits (health & dental).

CBL Bakeries is an equal opportunity employer, encouraging applications from diverse backgrounds. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Pay: $22.00-$25.00 per hour

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Food Manufacturing / Sanitation

Industry: Wholesale Food and Beverage

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