Job Description
Sanitation Lead
Primary Purpose
The Lead works at the direction of Sanitation Manager in support of the execution of the sanitation process.
Key Accountabilities
- Coordinates sanitation team in performing all SSOPs on all equipment (i.e., packaging, cartoners, blending).
- Performs Multi-Variable Platform surface swabbing sampling device.
- Identifies and reports mechanical issues to Sanitation Manager.
- Follows, records and updates Master Cleaning Schedule.
- Ability to complete sanitation schedule in a timely manner.
- Handles and dispenses chemicals according to procedure.
- Completes required site-specific training as applicable (i.e., Allergen).
- Understands the proper utilization of all PPE associated with the sanitization process.
- Ability to assist maintenance with the shake-down process as required in the sanitation procedures.
- Follow all company policies including but not limited to general manufacturing and safety practices.
- Able to take direction and follow through on all assigned tasks.
- This position has responsibility for Food Safety and Quality within their influence.
- The associate in this job has the responsibility to report, in a timely manner, Food Safety and Quality problems to personnel with authority to initiate action on those problems.
- Perform any other duties as instructed by management.
Capability Profile
- Ability to work overtime when needed - Essential
- Ability to follow work procedures and safety rules - Essential
- Ability to read, understand and follow direction/instruction - Essential
- Operational knowledge of all production and sanitation equipment - Essential
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, crouch, stoop, reach, stretch, step, climb and/or sit frequently or through the duration of shift - Essential
- Have appropriate eye, hand and foot coordination to properly use various equipment and/or tools - Essential
- Ability to load/unload, lift/move equipment which may weigh up to 50 pounds - Essential
- Pass all company testing - Essential
- Must submit to OSHA Powered Industrial Truck training and pass associated tests (site-specific) - Essential
- Knowledge of most plant/warehouse equipment - Essential
- Knowledge of plant equipment - Essential
Working Conditions
- Moving chemicals.
- Noise levels that require the use of hearing protection.
- Temperature and humidity swings.
- Fumes associated with forklifts.
- Oil and grease used on machine parts for lubrication.
- Frequent moisture during the cleaning process of production area.
- Smell/odors associated with the product and equipment maintenance including chemicals used during the cleaning process and cleanup and non-toxic glue.
- Dust associated with corrugate boxes.
- Allergens related to any food products.
- Must wear personal protective equipment as required within your facility in the appropriate designated areas.
- The work involves risks or discomforts, e.g. working around moving parts and equipment, which require some safety precautions and/or the use of protective safety equipment.
- May be exposed to hazardous materials.
MSI Express is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
We are a single-source contract manufacturing and packaging company, delivering innovative engineering solutions from our strategically located network of manufacturing facilities.