About this role
SUMMARY OF POSITION:
This position assist the Sanitation Supervisor on the day to day process of plant sanitizing process and is a technical food-safety and human-safety focused position. This would include labor management as well ensuring all food safety and general safety are being adhered to. Sanitation Crew Lead is responsible for the helping execute the complete cleaning and sanitizing of plant equipment prior to releasing the plant to production for operation. Industrial cleaning chemicals are used daily and must be used with caution for the safety of the sanitor and those around them. . Seasonal travel required.
KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Direct supervision of sanitation team to complete responsibilities as set out by Sanitation Supervisor
- Assist in excecuting projects as needed by Sanitation Supervisor or QA management
- Ensures team goals are aligned
- Understand and adhere to all processes when preparing cleaning products
- Help train new hires as needed
- Assist with complaint resolution among employees
- Assign work locations for absenter coverage and equipment
- Daily safety inspection forms
- Supervise chemical safety
- Ensure SSOPs are being followed
- Report any issues to supervisor or manager
- Document and report concerns to other departments as necessary
- Assist with completing incident reports when needed
- Manage breaks/lunches; of team members
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees in this position. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities.
Qualifications
EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
- Minimum 1 year experience in a leadership role
- Experience handling chemicals or prior food processing sanitation experience preferred.
EDUCATION/LICENSES/CERTIFICATION/FORMAL TRAINING:
- HS Diploma preferred
- Ability to read and write in either; English or Spanish
- Forklift certification, or ability to obtain certification(preferred)
- First Aid & CPR certified, or ability to obtain(preferred)
- Some experience in MS Office Suite, and email
- Ability to use PC or Electronic Tablet to assist in completion of electronic documentation as needed
ESSENTIAL ABILITIES:
- Punctual
- Team Player
- Take Initiative
- Problem Solver
- Ability to work independently
- Computer Skills
- Able to problem solve & resolve conflicts, strong decision-making skills
- Working knowledge general knowledge of HACCP, GMP, Sanitation, Quality, and food safety programs required.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Prolonged standing, squatting, and other motions necessary for completion of duties
- May be required to occasionally lift up to 50 lbs
- Hand dexterity and strength.
- Repetitive hand movements.
- Willing to work flexible hours and shifts (days or nights)
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
- Work performed indoors in a climate-controlled environment and in a production type facility
GreenGate Fresh does not tolerate discrimination of any type, and offers equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, natural origin, age, disability or medical condition, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or any other considerations made unlawful by Federal, State or local laws. We believe in providing eligible and qualified employees with opportunities to advance. GreenGate Fresh is an at-will employer.
The Sanitation Crew Lead may serve as back-up for Sanitation Supervisor or Sanitor