Sanitation Supervisor - 3rd Shift

schwans; Florence (KY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Total Rewards package

Time off programs

Retirement offerings

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job summary

CJ Schwan’s in Florence, KY is hiring a Sanitation Supervisor - 3rd Shift to lead the cleaning and sanitizing of our pizza facility. You will apply sanitation, food safety and regulatory knowledge to meet customer, regulatory and company standards.

You will work with operations, engineering and maintenance, monitor performance with metrics, train staff, manage chemicals, and develop documentation. A high school diploma and 3+ years of experience are required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Minimum of three years of related sanitation experience.
• Knowledge of sanitation chemicals and safety practices.
• Strong English communication, both verbal and written.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, SOPs and regulations.
• Detail-oriented with initiative and urgency in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise cleaning and sanitizing of facility infrastructure and equipment.
• Ensure sanitation complies with verification methods and metrics.
• Ensure compliance with USDA, FDA, GMPs, SSOP, HACCP requirements.
• Coordinate cleaning schedules with operations, engineering and maintenance.
• Track sanitation performance, cost, staff usage, and document procedures.
• Provide training on safety, HACCP, GMPs and sanitation programs.
• Manage chemical usage and inventory in accordance with regulations.
• Supervise, train and develop subordinates.

Skills

Project management

People management

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Communication (English)

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

At CJ Schwan’s,wedon’tjust make food — we help create moments that matter. From kids devouring pizza after soccer practice, to students laughing over dumplings in a cafeteria, to families enjoying pie during the holidays, our team members playan important rolein bringing those everyday moments to life. Our portfolio includes iconic pizzas, globalflavorsand timeless desserts from brands like Red Baron®,bibigo®, Tony’s®, Big Daddy’s®,Freschetta®, Pagoda®, Edwards®and Mrs. Smith’s®. Enjoyed in homes, schools, restaurants andjust about everywherepeople shop and eat, our products reflect a commitment to quality,innovationand the power of food to bring people together.

We are hiring aSanitation Supervisor - 3rd Shiftin ourFlorence KYpizza facility.This position is responsible for providing leadership, technical expertise, and applied expertise to the sanitation team to deliver effective and efficient cleaning and sanitizing of the manufacturing facility and equipment. The incumbent will bring sanitation, food safety, and regulatory knowledge along with a continuous improvement mindset to meet customer, regulatory, and company expectations.

WhatYou Will Do:

• Provides leadership and supervises all activities necessary for the cleaning and sanitizing of infrastructure and equipment (production & packaging equipment, tools, carts/forklifts/mobile units, etc.) within and around the facility(production, packaging, storage areas and support areas) in accordance with the master sanitation schedule.
• Responsible for teams to execute cleaning and sanitizing to an effective level as defined by verification methods(visual inspection, ATP, APC testing, ELISA testing, finished product coliform monitoring, etc.). Accountable to successfully execute based on defined metrics (% pass, % compliance, etc.).
• Responsible to understand and lead team to comply with all applicable regulations (USDA, FDA), customer requirements, and quality management systems (GMPs, SSOP standard sanitation operating procedures, HACCP Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points).
• Coordinate work with operational stakeholders (operations departments, engineering, maintenance, PI&D) to effectively schedule cleaning and sanitation work that meets facility needs and executes cleaning & sanitation within agreed to timeframe.
• Monitors and provides report out to key stakeholders of sanitation performance as needed to verify guidelines and procedures, costing execution, personnel usage, and compliance to specifications. Provides and updates applicable documentation (Procedures, Master Sanitation, Standard Work, verification of cleaning/sanitation activities) that effectively meets customer, 3rd party, and regulatory audit program requirements.
• Coordinate and facilitate (as appropriate) training for all employees in the areas of personal safety, HACCP, GMPs, food regulations, and sanitation programs to ensure execution and appropriate documentation of quality management systems.
• Understand and manage chemical usage, inventory, and tracking to ensure safe and appropriate use of cleaning and sanitizing chemicals that fully complies with all OSHA, applicable food regulatory requirements, and company/customer requirements.
• Supervise, train, and develop subordinates, as assigned.

What We Look For:

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of three years of related experience.
• Knowledge of various chemicals used in the sanitation process.
• Strong communication skills in English (both verbal and written).
• Ability to read, interpret, and execute against documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, government regulations, and procedure manual.
• Ability to compile information and develop/maintain routine reports and correspondence.
• Comfortable in small group and large group settings.
• Detail-oriented, ability to take initiative, and ability to work with a sense of urgency in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to solve problems ranging from basic to complex.
• Strong project management skills. Strong understanding of food safety, HACCP and basic food regulatory requirements.
• Proven people management and delegation skills. Ability to develop positive relationships and work cross functionally.

What We Offer:

The base salary range for this position is $60,000-$99,000annually with eligibility for a 10%annual incentive bonus, which is based on organizational performance. The range reflects factors such as experience, skills, education, certifications, and location, and starting salary may fall anywhere within the stated range.

Beyond base salary, we offer a competitive Total Rewards package designed to support your overall well-being, including comprehensive health benefits, time off programs, and retirement and financial offerings.

CJ Schwan’s and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, disability, veteran status, national origin, or any other protected characteristic.We provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs.For accommodation requests or assistance with the application, please [e-mail].