Sanitation Manager - 3rd Shift OR - Weston

J&J Snack Foods Corp.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

J&J Snack Foods Corp. seeks a Sanitation Manager to oversee daily sanitation operations, provide technical expertise, and drive continual improvement. You will supervise sanitation activities, develop SSOPs, train staff, and coordinate with QA.

The role requires adherence to HACCP principles and US regulatory standards, with a focus on safety, quality, and efficiency. Responsibilities include pre-shift checks, audits of sanitation records, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure

Qualifications

• 5+ years in food manufacturing and sanitation.
• High school diploma or GED required; BS preferred.
• Willingness to work third shift 11 pm–8 am.
• Knowledge of HACCP; sanitation validations/ Verifications preferred.
• Be willing to learn and consistently execute expectations; USDA setting knowledge preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct pre-shift facility checks and identify sanitation improvement opportunities.
• Develop and implement SSOPs, policies, schedules to meet timelines.
• Train sanitation team on SSOPs, cleaning procedures and safety.
• Audit sanitation practices, ensuring the 7-steps of essential sanitation are followed.
• Assist in post-sanitation inspections for preoperational readiness of lines.
• Audit sanitation documentation in real time for accuracy.
• Coordinate with FSQA Manager on verification procedures.
• Lead CAPA actions and preventive controls such as environmental monitoring and pest control.

Skills

Sanitation management

SSOPs development

GAP audits

HACCP knowledge

CAPA

Environmental Monitoring

Pest Control

Team training

Education

High school diploma/G.E.D

BS preferred in the relevant discipline

5+ years in food manufacturing and sanitation

Job description

As the Sanitation Manager you are responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the Sanitation department; ensuring sanitation procedures are followed correctly to meet regulatory food safety requirements. Responsible for providing technical expertise in sanitation practices across the facilities, driving continuous improvement in sanitation technologies, and collaborating with various departments to enhance sanitation processes.

• Conduct pre-shift checks of the facility, proactively inspecting for continuous improvement opportunities that apply to sanitation and connecting departments
• Develop and implement SSOPs, policies, procedures, and schedules to maintain sanitation facility requirements within designated timelines
• Trains and documents training of sanitation team members on SSOPs, cleaning procedures, safety procedures, and other relevant facility systems
• Consistently performs documented audits and verifies that all sanitation employees are consistently executing the 7-steps of essential sanitation
• Approves and/or participates in the post sanitation equipment/facility inspections in preparation for releasing production lines for preoperational inspections
• Professionally capable of administering disciplinary actions in a manner that empowers and encourages employees to continuously improve
• Audits and verifies all sanitation documentation are accurate & correct in real time
• Audits/verifies the MSS is accurate and properly updated in real time to meet program needs while adjusting PICs & PECs accordingly to meet expectations
• Work closely with FSQA Manager regarding microbiological, chemical, and physical sanitation verification procedures
• Professionally trained to properly perform internal GAP assessments & audits, therefore, constantly seeking & executing corrective actions proactively
• Understands and assures preventive controls are proactively successful e.g., Environmental Monitoring, Allergen Plan, Pest Control, Sanitation for Food
• Establishes a succession plan for the sanitation crew in the event of an absence, and trains crew accordingly
• Knowledge of sanitary equipment design
• Implement risk-based awareness in all sanitation activities
• CAPA trained and proficient to proactively eliminate non-conforming repeats
• Understands the principles of HACCP and how they apply to sanitation as a KEY pre-requisite program

COMPETENCIES:

• Excellent organization and time management skills
• Must be a self-starter and be able to accomplish a versatile and evolving workload
• Excellent in all forms of communication
• Innovative, problem solver, flexible, and able to juggle multiple priorities
• Self-motivated, with the ability to multi-task, prioritize, and adapt well to change
• Bilingual is preferred, or the ability to use translation apps effectively in real time
• High mechanical aptitude

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma/G.E.D, AA, AS, or extensive previous knowledge (5+ years) in food manufacturing and sanitation
• BS preferred in the relevant discipline
• Willingness to learn and consistently execute expectations
• Knowledge of food manufacturing processes in a USDA setting preferred
• Sanitation validations and verifications experience preferred
• Clear and concise understanding of HACCP, certification preferred
• Be willing to work third shift hours - 11 pm - 8 am

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US Salary Pay Range

$65,000 - $90,000 USD

Disclaimer:This position description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the team member. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

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