Position Summary

Reporting to the Sanitation Supervisor, the Sanitation Team Lead will assist the Sanitation Supervisor with overseeing the daily duties and tasks of the team.  They will assist the team with facility and equipment cleaning, sanitation processes, programs and documentation, and ensure compliance with regulatory, food safety, and environmental laws.  They will also assist with all safety, sanitation, and continuous improvement projects, and help to maintain BRC-ready levels of cleanliness.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the oversight of tasks and duties outlined in the Master Sanitation Schedule; oversee the quality of work performed by the Sanitation Team; provide leadership to their team, including in the absence of the Sanitation Supervisor.
• Work safely, and ensure that team members work safely, following practices such as, but not limited to, LOTO / Cadlock, Chemical Handling, Safe Lifting Techniques, and the use of proper PPE.
• Participate proactively in all team efforts to achieve departmental and company goals, to include ensuring the training of all team members.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One year of experience in food manufacturing is preferred.  Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices in food production.
• Ability to work with others in a fast-paced team environment.  Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and effective communication.
• Strong math and mental calculation skills.
• Knowledge of chemicals used in food plant cleaning and sanitation, in addition to practices and procedures;
• Ability to meet the physical requirements of the position.

Essential Functions:

• Must be able to lift from floor to waist 35 lbs. 33% of the time.
• Must be able to lift from waist to shoulder 35 lbs 33% of the time.
• Must be able to push/pull a maximum force of 114 lbs.
• Regular and  reliable attendance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

This position has been identified as a safety sensitive position within Leclerc Foods USA, Inc.