Sanitation Lead

• Manage the workflow completion of the overnight sanitation team, including scheduling and training.
• Ensure the team follows safety and sanitation protocols, emphasizing proper use of chemicals and equipment.
• Communicate clearly with other departments, including production and quality assurance, to coordinate sanitation needs.

• Oversee the cleaning and sanitizing of production equipment, floors, walls, and other surfaces in the facility, ensuring that all areas meet food safety and cleanliness standards.
• Ensure the sanitation team follows Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), and HACCP guidelines.
• Monitor the effectiveness of cleaning processes and conduct regular inspections to identify and address areas needing improvement.
• Implement proper handling, storage, and disposal of chemicals used for sanitation.

• Maintain accurate records of sanitation activities, including cleaning logs, chemical usage, and inspection results.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local food safety regulations (FDA, USDA, etc.).
• Participate in audits and inspections, assisting with the preparation and presentation of sanitation records.

• Promote a culture of safety, ensuring team members use proper personal protective equipment (PPE) and follow safety protocols.
• Provide training on sanitation best practices, including the safe use of cleaning chemicals and machinery.
• Respond promptly to any sanitation-related safety concerns or incidents.

• Work with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for improving sanitation processes and efficiency.

• Minimum 3-5 years of sanitation experience in a food manufacturing environment, with at least 1-2 years in an elevated role.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations, GMPs, and HACCP guidelines.
• Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to manage and motivate a team.
• Ability to work overnight shifts and occasional weekends or holidays as needed.
• Proficient in the use of sanitation chemicals and equipment in an industrial setting.
• Familiarity with frozen dough production processes is a plus.
• $18-$24 per hour, depending on experience

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physical tasks such as standing, bending, and walking for extended periods.
• Comfortable working in a cold or wet environment typical of a frozen dough manufacturing facility.

Schedule: Full-time, Overnight Shift (may include weekends or holidays).

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Experience:

• Sanitation: 2 years (Required)

Shift availability:

• Overnight Shift (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• De Soto, KS 66018 (Required)

Work Location: In person