Sanitation Assistant Supervisor- 2nd Shift

Creative WerksBartlett, IL
Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for all production changeovers and start-ups, focusing on effective, efficient, and smooth transitions on the floor for the shift. The role provides constant feedback to the Sanitation Supervisor/Manager on updates to the production floor and continuous improvements. The Sanitation Assistant Supervisor will also train employees on effective sanitation practices, manage and troubleshoot sanitation equipment, and ensure adherence to company policies and procedures.

Requirements

  • Knowledge of basic sanitation principles, allergen program, and preventing foodborne illness.
  • High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience.
  • Must have 1 year of experience in a manufacturing facility that produces food or nutrition products.
  • 1 year of previous sanitation experience in a manufacturing setting preferred.
  • Leadership experience preferred.
  • Basic understanding of Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
  • Able to lift up to 49 pounds, stand/walk for up to 8 hours a day and be able to frequently push, pull, squat, bend, and reach, all with or without reasonable accommodation.
  • Ability to work between an office setting and warehouse environment with a temperature range of 55 – 80 degrees.

Nice To Haves

  • Preferably speaks in English and Spanish.
  • BA/BS preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Communicate safety as the number one priority for employees by encouraging safe work practices and immediately addressing safety concerns.
  • Observe and implement safety corrections on assigned lines.
  • Train employees to work in a safe manner.
  • Oversee multiple line changeovers to ensure proper cleaning is performed, staff are utilized efficiently, and appropriate departments are notified for support in a timely manner.
  • Train sanitation leads, production leads, operators, and crew on effective sanitation practices in a timely manner.
  • Train, manage, clean, and troubleshoot sanitation equipment including but not limited to floor scrubbers, COP tanks, parts washers, dry steam, foamers, and vacuums.
  • Manage 5S and inventory of sanitation tools, line-specific tooling, and equipment.
  • Adhere to and train on CW’s Pathogen Procedures, including but not limited to Allergen Control and Facility Color Coding procedures.
  • Document and execute changeover times and quality swab testing.
  • Test and document chemical concentrations.
  • Ensure sanitation tools, line tooling, and equipment are delivered to lines prior to the changeover.
  • Ensure equipment is taken apart completely and in an organized manner, followed by guaranteeing proper reassembly of equipment and line.
  • Responsible for completion of Line Clearance sheets and file storage per SOP.
  • Effectively communicate with the sanitation department and production on line’s changeover status and changeover type (full sanitation, dry clean, partial, or packaging change).
  • Monitor, direct, and problem-solve to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of changeovers.
  • Provide suggestions and ideas to management for continuous improvement efforts.
  • Perform effective shift handoff with Sanitation Assistant Supervisors regarding line changeover, Master Sanitation Schedule (MSS), and other responsibilities.
  • Work closely with Production management to assemble sanitation crews along with reassigning unneeded staff.
  • Monitor lines for MSS and housekeeping of allergen and recycling bins per CW’s quality procedures.
  • Enforce company policies and procedures regarding safety, discipline, cooperation, and teamwork.
  • Provide fast response for safety concerns, including but not limited to blood-borne pathogen containment or food-borne pathogens.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Benefits

  • Shift Differential

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What This Job Offers

Job Type

Full-time

Career Level

Mid Level

Education Level

High school or GED

Number of Employees

11-50 employees

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