Sanitation Specialist

REPORTS TO: Sanitation Manager

POSITION DESCRIPTION: The Sanitation Specialist is responsible for supporting sanitation pre-operational inspections to ensure the quality of product is consistent with Company expectations and customer requirements.

RESPONSIBILITIES

· Supports the execution of sanitation programs to maintain plant cleanliness and adequate documentation.

· Administer sanitation pre-operational inspections, ensuring that the equipment meets sanitary standards and is approved to begin production run.

· Document sanitation activities, including inspection results, chemical monitoring, and completion of cleaning activities.

· Provide support to sanitation employees to accomplish daily tasks, ensuring they have the appropriate tools and are following proper sanitation protocol.

· Communicate effectively and make sound decisions informed by Company sanitation standards.

· Complete detailed inspections on equipment

· Support cross functional teams by ensuring that identified deviations are addressed through sanitation processes, mitigating the risk of out-of-spec product.

· Collect samples that will be tested for equipment cleanliness verifications.

· Assure a safe and sanitary work environment.

· All GLC employees are expected to perform any assignment or job task according to the stated safety policies and procedures.

· All GLC employees are expected to produce our products in a manner that exceeds the quality and value expectation of our customers and consumers by adhering to Good Manufacturing Practices, Policies and Procedures outlined in our Safe Quality Food Program.

· Other responsibilities as assigned by the manager.

The pay for this position is $$55,300.00-$76,200.00. All offers will be based on a candidate’s skills, prior relevant experience, applicable degrees and certifications, and internal equity. This range is specific to New York and may not be applicable to other locations.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

· Bachelor’s degree or a high school diploma and 4 years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree.

· Basic understanding of manufacturing sanitation processes and related equipment.

· Ability to provide support and communicate clearly.

· Ability to handle multiple tasks, troubleshoot and problem solve routine issues.

· Must be legally authorized to work for a company in the U.S. without sponsorship.

· Must be able to work without relocation.

PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

· 0-2 years of relevant experience.

· Basic computer skills.

· SAP experience.

WORKING CONDITIONS

· Hair nets, ear plugs/muffs, hardhats, respiratory protection, gloves, boots, aprons and/or safety glasses/goggles may be required.

· Ability to frequently handle material from floor-to-waist, waist-to-shoulder, shoulder-to-overhead and pushing/pulling/carrying.

· Ability to constantly stand/walk; bend/flex/extend/twist neck and back; frequently grip/reach/lift/pull with L/R hands.

· Ability to tolerate humid, wet working environment with temperatures up to 70 degrees F.

· Ability to lift up to 75 pounds.

Great Lakes Cheese is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer

Disclaimer

This description is designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities. However, nothing in this description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and tasks to this job at any time. Employees may be asked to perform other activities, duties or responsibilities as required or directed.