Lead Sanitation Technician

The J.M. Smucker Co. • Columbus, GA

33d • Onsite

About The Position

Your Opportunity as Sanitation Lead Location: Columbus, GA Work Arrangements: 2nd Shift (1pm-9:30pm) weekends included In this role you will: Lead and manage the sanitation team to ensure cleanliness and safety of the facility Develop and implement sanitation procedures that comply with industry and regulatory standards Conduct regular inspections of the facility to identify areas that need cleaning and maintenance Monitor and maintain inventory of cleaning supplies and equipment Train and educate sanitation team on proper procedures and safety protocols Collaborate with departments to ensure sanitation procedures do not interfere with production schedules Document and maintain records of sanitation procedures and inspections Investigate and resolve any sanitation related complaints or issues The Right Place for You We are bold, kind, strive to do the right thing, we play to win, and we believe in a strong community that thrives together. Our culture is rooted in our Basic Beliefs, and we believe in supporting every employee by meeting their physical, emotional, and financial needs. What we are looking for: Minimum Requirements: Must have High School diploma or GED At least two years of sanitation experience or a related field Knowledge of sanitation regulations and procedures Ability to develop and implement sanitation programs and protocols Strong leadership skills and experience in managing a team Additional skills and experience that we think would make someone successful in this role: Excellent communication skills to effectively communicate with team members and management Detail oriented and able to maintain accurate records and documentation Ability to identify and solve problems in a timely and effective manner Flexibility to work flexible and varied shifts as needed Learn more about working at Smucker: Helping our Employees Thrive Delivering on Our Purpose Our Continued Commitment to Ensuring a Workplace for All Follow us on LinkedIn We’re a community of passionate, talented professionals dedicated to creating food people and pets love—while supporting the communities in which we work and live. We value what makes each person unique, champion growth and development, and foster collaboration that fuels productivity and drives our shared success. Learn more about our Thrive Together purpose At Smucker, we're passionate about creating a workplace where you truly belong. With a culture rooted in our Basic Beliefs and a competitive Total Rewards program, we aim to support every employee by meeting their physical, emotional, and financial needs. Learn more about working at Smucker Our culture is sustained and brought to life every day by the people of Smucker and our hiring process is designed to identify the right candidate for every position at our company. Learn more about our hiring process The J. M. Smucker Co. (the “Company”) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. No person will be discriminated against in hiring or in any other aspect of their employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status, marital status, familial status, disability, genetic information, protected veteran/military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Requirements

• Must have High School diploma or GED
• At least two years of sanitation experience or a related field
• Knowledge of sanitation regulations and procedures
• Ability to develop and implement sanitation programs and protocols
• Strong leadership skills and experience in managing a team

Nice To Haves

• Excellent communication skills to effectively communicate with team members and management
• Detail oriented and able to maintain accurate records and documentation
• Ability to identify and solve problems in a timely and effective manner
• Flexibility to work flexible and varied shifts as needed

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the sanitation team to ensure cleanliness and safety of the facility
• Develop and implement sanitation procedures that comply with industry and regulatory standards
• Conduct regular inspections of the facility to identify areas that need cleaning and maintenance
• Monitor and maintain inventory of cleaning supplies and equipment
• Train and educate sanitation team on proper procedures and safety protocols
• Collaborate with departments to ensure sanitation procedures do not interfere with production schedules
• Document and maintain records of sanitation procedures and inspections
• Investigate and resolve any sanitation related complaints or issues

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED