Supervisor - Sanitation - Shift 3

Bolthouse Fresh Foods; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401k

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Bolthouse Fresh Foods seeks a dedicated Plant Sanitation role for the 3rd shift in Bakersfield, CA. You will maintain daily logs, audit logs, operate forklift for chemical transport, and manage sanitation safety strategy within a fast-paced production environment.

Ideal candidates have a High School/GED, forklift certification within 30 days of hire, and a clean driving record. Overtime and weekend work may be required.

Qualifications

• Able to read and understand simple instructions, memos and notices.
• Strong English communication; bilingual preferred.
• Punctual with excellent attendance and cooperation.
• Must participate in all required trainings.

Responsibilities

• Maintain daily log sheets of completed work.
• Audit team lead logs and documents.
• Operate forklift for chemical transport and trash disposal.
• Manage sanitation safety strategy and planning.
• Provide leadership and direction across shifts to ensure accurate communication.

Skills

Reading comprehension

Communication skills

Punctuality

Training participation

Education

High School/GED

Two to three years related experience

Tools

Forklift Certification

Job description

• This position will report to the: Sr. Manager
• FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
• Shift: 3rd
• Employment Category: Full-Time
• Pay Range: $25.50 - $27.50

THE ROLE:

• This position will report to the: Sr. Manager
• Travel requirements: N/A
• FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
• Shift: 3rd
• Employment Category: Full-Time
• Pay Range: $25.50 - $27.50

STRONG HISTORY. EXCITING FUTURE

Bolthouse Fresh Foods is a leader in carrot production, serving as a grower, packer, processor, and shipper. Headquartered in Bakersfield, California, we are a proud employer to 1,600 dedicated individuals. Since 1915, we have been committed to growing and producing high-quality carrots, and today, we are one of North America’s largest growers and distributors of fresh carrots for cooking and snacking. Additionally, we supply premium natural ingredients for the food and beverage industry. With over a century of excellence, Bolthouse Fresh™ products are available at major retailers across North America.

Bolthouse Fresh Foods has approximately 1,600 employees.

WHAT YOU’LL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR IN THIS ROLE

• Maintain daily log sheets documenting completed work
• Audit team lead logs and documents
• Operate forklift for chemical transport and trash disposal
• Manage the chemical and sanitation safety strategy and planning
• Engage in any critical or special situations and promptly discern if additional resources or senior managers are needed. Provide direct leadership and direction settings to all shifts to ensure that accurate communication and follow-up occurs
• Ensures corrective and preventive actions and continuous improvement processes are being utilized in manufacturing and that action plans are verified and effective
• Assist department supervisors with making go/no decisions concerning chemical, cleaning and/or design impacts on production, maintenance, quality and sanitation issues
• Undertake and complete special projects assigned by the Plant Sanitarian as necessary
• Responsible for periodic cleaning program development, training, execution, and tracking
• Provide technical expertise for environmental monitoring program development, monitoring and troubleshooting EMP
• Communicate and elevate any safety, food safety/quality or vendor issues and provide support as needed
• People / skill development through training and coaching
• Track, report, and review the sanitation Performance Indicators on a regular basis to drive continuous improvement
• Manage the cost of sanitation
• Monitor process capability against specifications and drive improvement
• Other assigned duties and/or projects to support business needs.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos
• Must have great communication skills, ability to communicate effectively in English, bilingual preferred
• Must be punctual, have excellent attendance record, and be able to cooperate with others.
• Must participate in all training programs

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School/GED or two to three years of experience in related experience and/or training or combination of both education and experience.
• Must obtain or be able to obtain forklift certification within 30 days of hire date.
• Candidates must have a verifiable history of safe vehicle operation and meet company standards for driving eligibility. This includes maintaining a clean driving record, which will be verified through a background check.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Three to six months of experience in related experience and/or training

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Environmental exposure - cold/wet conditions (40 °Fahrenheit or below).
• Environmental exposure – hot/humid conditions (90 °Fahrenheit or below).
• Material exposure – moving mechanical parts
• Occasional exposure to environmental factors such as fumes, airborne particles, and vibrations.
• Ability to lift, push, pull, and/or carry up to 55lbs.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time
• Ability to ascend and descend ladders, scaffolding, using 3-point contact on a regular basis
• Ability to stoop, crouch, and kneel on a regular basis

HOURS & WORKDAYS:

• 3rd Shift – 11:00 PM to 7:30 AM ; Overtime, Weekends, and Holidays may be mandatory based on business needs. Rotating workday/time off schedules may be mandatory depending on department/business needs as well.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Group Life and AD&D
• Voluntary Life and AD&D
• Group Short-Term Disability
• Group Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401k
• Paid Time Off

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Bolthouse Fresh Foods is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are dedicated to fostering a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and empowered to achieve their full potential.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS:

Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. If you are interested in applying for employment with Bolthouse Fresh Foods and need special assistance to apply for a posted position, or if you believe you do not meet any of the required qualifications of a posted position due to a protected disability and would like to explore the possibility of accommodation, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at: [e-mail] for additional support or guidance.