Sanitation Supervisor

Naturally Home Grown Foods•Surrey, BC

3d•CA$0 - CA$60,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Sanitation Supervisor is integral in helping to make sure that our operations run smoothly. You have a strong understanding of food safety and sanitation standards. Time management, attention to detail and adaptability enable you to be a strong leader for your team. Your ability to work hands on with your team is what sets you apart from the rest by showing leadership and camaraderie.

Requirements

Minimum 2 years in a sanitation supervisory role in a manufacturing setting.
Minimum 2 years of experience liaising with Quality Assurance and Production Departments.
Strong knowledge of standard sanitation operating procedures in a food manufacturing setting.
Knowledge of food safety regulations
Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a dedication to sanitation and safety.
Working as part of a team, often with minimal supervision and maintaining a positive and respectful workplace.
Ability to read, write, and speak English for documentation purposes.
Ability to use critical thinking and problem solving.

Nice To Haves

Previous WHMIS training an asset.
Computer skills are an asset, knowledge with outlook, excel, work, etc.

Responsibilities

Leading a team by adhering to sanitation procedures and coordinating all sanitation operations along with the Operations Manager and/or Quality Assurance Department.
Responsible for operational tasks, including following all GMP’s and food safety regulations. Ensuring the team understands and follows directions.
Enforces the policies and procedures surrounding food safety and hygiene.
Inspect all manufacturing equipment to ensure that it is cleaned properly and meets all governmental standards.
Consults with management to address compliance issues and make recommendations to improve processes.
Manages relationships with vendor regarding sanitation supplies and initial product trial.
Develops training programs related to sanitation law and company/industry best practices.
Keeps detailed records of all sanitation-related activities and issues, such as inspections and deviations, also noting how and when each situation was resolved.
Leads and schedules team members, effectively and efficiently managing the development and direction of the Sanitation team ensuring health and safety while promoting high quality sanitation satisfaction.
Creates and maintains an exceptional climate with team members, determining and implementing new sanitation procedures (SSOP) as per SQF requirements to improve operational efficiencies.
Create SSOP for new cleaning procedures.
Monitors proper labeling, FIFO and storage of chemicals.
Hands on Tasks include dry-cleaning equipment and floors, removing left over product from machinery and ground using a squeegee.
Disassembling and covering control panels and electrical equipment pre cleaning; removing coverings and reassembling some machinery.
Washing equipment with water and foam, scrubbing machinery, performing a hot water rinse, and sanitizing operating equipment as required.
Disposing of garbage and compost; refilling garbage bins with bags, Sweeping, squeegee, and vacuuming floors and changing and cleaning footbaths.
Ability to safely bend, twist and move during procedures. Able to lift up to 50lbs, with assistance as required.