Sanitation Lead
About The Position
Magnolia Foods, LLC is seeking a dependable and experienced Sanitation Lead to work closely with the Sanitation Supervisor in overseeing sanitation activities and ensuring the facility consistently meets high standards of cleanliness, safety, and food quality. This leadership role supports regulatory compliance and a safe, efficient production environment. Weekend availability is required. The Sanitation Lead performs and oversees sanitation operations, team training and task delegation, regulatory compliance, supply inventory, basic maintenance, wastewater management, and safety practices.
Requirements
- At least 2 years of sanitation experience in a food manufacturing environment.
- Strong understanding of food safety regulations and sanitation protocols.
- Leadership experience, with the ability to train and motivate a team.
- Excellent organizational, communication, and record-keeping skills.
- Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and production down days.
Nice To Haves
- Bilingual in English and Spanish.
Responsibilities
- Lead and perform sanitation tasks in accordance with the Master Sanitation Schedule, SQF, and FDA standards.
- Ensure completion of daily, weekly, and production down-day cleaning assignments.
- Maintain accurate documentation of sanitation activities and inspections.
- Train and mentor sanitation team members in cleaning procedures and safety protocols.
- Delegate tasks effectively and monitor performance for quality and efficiency.
- Foster a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.
- Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, FDA, HACCP, and SQF regulations.
- Conduct routine audits and implement corrective actions as needed.
- Support internal and external inspections with thorough documentation.
- Oversee inventory of cleaning supplies and PPE and coordinate restocking as needed.
- Perform basic maintenance tasks such as replacing rack sections, changing bulbs, and relocating equipment.
- Assist with wastewater management and environmental safety initiatives.
- Enforce proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and lockout/tagout procedures.
- Identify and report safety hazards and support incident prevention and response.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
