Sanitation Safety Hero

Winland Foods•Lee's Summit, MO

1d•$24•Onsite

About The Position

The Sanitation Safety Hero supports daily sanitation activities at Winland Foods’ Lee’s Summit production facility, helping maintain a safe, clean, and high-performing environment. The role ensures equipment is clean and food safe, supports food safety and quality compliance, communicates sanitation results, and contributes to continuous improvement. It also provides guidance and training to team members, supports cross-departmental collaboration, and partners with the Sanitation Supervisor and other teams. The schedule is Sunday through Thursday, 5:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The stated pay is under $24.00 per hour, based on experience and other qualifications, with additional quarterly bonus potential.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 18 years of age.
Knowledge of GMPs, SQF, HACCP, FSMA, and other food safety regulations.
Ability to operate and troubleshoot equipment and identify quality irregularities.
Proficiency in SAP, hand scanners, and basic math.
Computer literacy in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Ability to communicate effectively with co-workers, supervisors, and others regarding work matters, including understanding and responding to oral communications and written safety information, and communicating in writing as needed.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Commitment to following company safety policies and procedures.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, push heavy loads, stand and walk for extended periods, and climb as needed.
Ability to perform frequent physical activities including pulling, pushing, carrying, grasping, reaching, twisting, turning, and stooping.
Good hand-eye coordination and motor skills; corrected vision and ability to distinguish colors for color-coded containers; normal hearing.
Dependable, self-motivated, positive attitude, strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, ability to multitask, and accountability for work quality, attendance, and continuous improvement.
Willingness to work overtime or weekends as needed.

Nice To Haves

At least two years of work experience in manufacturing or food production sanitation.
Proficiency in MII and WE systems and ability to interpret line huddle measures to resolve issues, for advanced levels.
Ability to provide training, guidance, and feedback to team members; advanced levels lead projects, identify skill gaps, and support multiple initiatives with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

Assist with routine and non-routine plant sanitation activities and ensure equipment is clean and food safe.
Perform daily inspections and preventive maintenance on sanitation equipment.
Follow plant policies for placing materials on hold and collecting retention samples.
Assist with chemical inventory control using FIFO practices and communicate sanitation results to other plant teams.
Follow GMP, HACCP, SQF, FSMA, and company food safety policies; maintain sanitation and recommend improvements to cleanliness and sanitation effectiveness.
Assist team members, adapt to operational changes, and contribute to productivity, safety, and quality goals.
Provide backup coverage for multiple roles, share knowledge with peers, and support training.
Assist with SOP development and training and facilitate cross-departmental collaboration.
Prepare accurate written documentation, participate in 5S efforts, and assist in reviewing sanitation paperwork.
Work with supervisors and the team to develop solutions to issues and act as the 5S champion for the area.
Operate, troubleshoot, and advise on minor adjustments to formulas or processes; identify and resolve quality irregularities.
Maintain a clean and safe work environment and immediately report food safety or quality issues to management.
Wear required PPE and follow safety policies, including lock-out/tag-out and safe lifting procedures.