Sanitation Supervisor

Flowers Baking Co. of Lakeland, Inc.; Lakeland (FL); On-site; USD 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) Retirement plan

Paid vacation

Parental leave

Job summary

Flowers Foods, Inc. in Lakeland, FL is seeking a sanitation-focused individual to help maintain product safety and quality on the shift. You will coordinate with supervisors and maintenance, supervise sanitation staff, and ensure proper chemical handling and pest control.

The role requires two years of sanitation or three years of bakery manufacturing experience, with a high school diploma or GED. Salary is around $65,000, with comprehensive benefits and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years' experience in wholesale bakery sanitation department and/or a minimum of three years' experience in wholesale bakery manufacturing department.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate sanitation requirements of bakery equipment and machinery with supervisors and maintenance.
• Prepare work schedules and assign sanitation personnel to tasks; supervise progress and completion.
• Monitor chemicals to prevent misuse and ensure safe handling practices.
• Supervise fogging and spraying of plant with insecticides as needed.
• Inspect plant for cleanliness and pest traces and enforce standards.
• Assist with employee training and communicate daily/weekly department activities.

Skills

Sanitation experience

Bakery manufacturing experience

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Flowers Foods, Inc. (NYSE:FLO) is not just about baking; it's about crafting moments of joy with every delicious bite. With 2024 sales of $5.1 billion, and as one of the leading producers of packaged bakery goods in the United States, Flowers Foods brings passion to the table. From the wholesome goodness of Nature's Own and Wonder to the bold and artisanal flavors of Dave's Killer Bread, the rustic goodness of Canyon Bakehouse, and the sweet delights of Tastykake, each product is a celebration of taste and quality. Beyond the oven, Flowers Foods fosters a culture that values and reflectsHonesty & Integrity, Respect & Inclusion, Sustainability, Passion, and Humility.With a commitment to innovation and a recipe for success, Flowers Foods is more than a bakery - it's a delightful journey into the heart of flavor and community.

Full-time employees are offered the following benefits:

• Comprehensive health and medical benefits
• 401(k) Retirement savings plan
• Professional growth and leadership training
• Paid vacation, holidays, and parental leave

Benefits may vary depending on your work location.

Bringing Home the Dough

Responsible for plant sanitation during his/her assigned shift. Position requires demonstration of competency for all on-the-job activities that may have a direct or indirect effect on product safety, legality and/or quality.

Rising to the Challenge: Position Responsibilities

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Coordinates with supervisors and maintenance personnel to determine sanitation requirements of bakery equipment and machinery.
• Prepares work schedules, assign sanitation personnel to tasks and inspects/supervises work in progress and upon completion.
• Monitors chemicals to prevent misuse.
• Supervises and participates in fogging and spraying plant with insecticides.
• Inspects plant frequently for traces of vermin and to ensure standards of cleanliness are met.
• Promotes and maintains good employee relations and ensures employee compliance with work rules.
• Promotes established safety programs and safe operating procedures and monitors employee compliance.
• Completes daily and weekly administrative paperwork.
• Advises superintendent of daily and weekly department activities.
• Ensures compliance with all company policies and procedures (EEO, Sexual Harassment, Sarbanes - Oxley, Safety, etc.)
• Assists with employee training.
• Makes recommendations on disciplinary action and otherwise participates in the disciplinary action process as necessary.
• Performs other duties which are deemed by management to be an integral part of the job, including but not limited to fulfillment of work schedules, adherence to attendance policies, and other applicable operating rules, policies and procedures.

Knead to Know: Preferred Qualifications

Minimum of two years' experience in wholesale bakery sanitation department and/or a minimum of three years' experience in wholesale bakery manufacturing department.

High School education or GED equivalency.

Salary Range- $65,000

EEO Statement

Flowers is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Flowers encourages all qualified candidates to apply, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, or people of any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. The job description above outlines the general nature and level of work expected from employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications for this position. Equivalent combination of education, experience, and skills may supplement above minimum job requirements.

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