Sanitation Supervisor

Lazarus Naturals•Portland, OR

6d•$68,000 - $72,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Sanitation Supervisor at Etz Hayim is responsible for managing a small team and working with their Manager to execute the schedule, as well as ensuring ongoing compliance so as to be 24/7 audit ready. Etz Hayim owns and operates the brands Cycling Frog and Lazarus Naturals, with a sprawling operation that spans from farming over 300 acres of hemp, extraction, chemical processing, packaging and warehousing to support both brands and private label customers. Lazarus Naturals was founded in 2016 to provide safe and accessible CBD products for everyone who would benefit from them, regardless of their financial situation and ability to pay, which is why we provide a 60% Assistance Program to veterans and people with disabilities or low-incomes. In order to maintain an affordable price point and our commitment to accessibility for all, we have built a vertically integrated business model, which allows us to walk our talk of developing quality, affordable products - from product inception, development, seed, farming, extraction, finished production formulation and packaging, and distribution. Cycling Frog is normalizing the consumption of casual use THC products. We are on a mission to make THC convenient, affordable, and fun by making a sessionable THC beverage the same price as a beer or soda. We want to change the way THC is consumed and viewed by our society by focusing on lower potency, ready to drink beverages that can easily fit into anyone’s lifestyle. Under the Federal Farm Bill it is legal to sell these low potency THC products across all 50 states via the internet, and anywhere you can grab a beer. This role will be based in Portland.

Requirements

At least 5 years experience working in sanitation in a food manufacturing facility.
At least 2 years experience in a leadership role directing a team of 5 or more.
Proven ability to write SOPs and SSOPs
GFSI, SQF, BRC, Organic, Kosher experience.
Able to clearly communicate goals and objectives
Strong organization skills
Ability to work with minimal supervision
Able to show up on time and perform duties assigned
Knowledge and use of relevant PC software applications and skills to use them effectively.
Ability to receive instruction and follow directions.
Ability to interact positively with co-workers and management.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
Ability to follow company policies and procedures.
Ability to follow cGMP and other regulatory requirements.
Ability to operate and troubleshoot warehouse equipment.
Detail-oriented with the ability to identify errors and/or inconsistencies while performing tasks.
Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

Oversees daily auditing of the Sanitation team.
The Sanitation team primarily focuses on the cleanliness and maintaining sanitary conditions of the production rooms, facilities and equipment.
Leads, coaches, and provides effective feedback for the Sanitation team
Assure adherence to the Master Sanitation Schedule - items are completed on time and signed off accordingly.
Manage chemical inventory, place orders as needed and ensure proper handling procedures are followed to ensure employee safety
Set the work schedule for team members to match the needs of production, the business and regulatory requirements.
Work with the Senior Production Manager as needed; on developing a plan, priorities and needs of production.
Participate in the morning production alignment meeting. Bring up topics around safety and the plan for the day. Discuss any major issues or if extensive cleaning is needed in any area or equipment.
Develop and track KPIs for the sanitation team; such as first time pass, standard time to clean/perform tasks, etc.
Set up standard work and daily timelines for tasks
In collaboration with QC, ensures equipment, tools and rooms/facilities maintain cGMP standards at all times.
Completes all training requirements as needed.
Maintain work areas and perform job functions in a safe and efficient manner in accordance with company policies and procedures, Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and Batch Production Record (BPR) instructions.
Optimize day to day activities while making decisions that would provide the best performance with respect to the company goals
Guide the Sanitation Team towards a lean/efficiency mindset
Observe current working procedures and identify opportunities for continuous improvement
Give and receive feedback from Team members
Train employees to create competent and independent team members
Oversee the disassembly, cleaning and reassembly of equipment (Pumps, tanks, kettles, mixer, forming machine, oven, metal detector, etc.)
Responsible for performing additional related duties as assigned.