Sanitation Specialist

Job Summary:The Sanitation Specialist is responsible for facilitating routine cleaning training and master sanitation tasks plantwide. The Sanitation Specialist will work with all operators production leads and production supervisors for successful completion of sanitation tasks documentation review and standard root cause Functions of the Job:Train operators on how to properly clean processing equipment as well as inspect and audit cleanliness of to lead shift huddles for production team and help organize cleaning tasks that need to be completed during CIP and oversee that all tasks get completed in a timely for auditing the cleaning tools and chemicals and able to train others in proper PPE and chemical MSS plant wide for operations/ full knowledge of CIP and able to assist and train CIP to assist and train operators on Operator Care sanitation in CIP prep for Pre-CIP and Post-CIP inspection shortfalls with QA supervisor and/or titration on chemicals being used and auditing chemical tags on buckets/ cleaning supplies (Soil-Off Eco wipes San Duo Sanitizer paper towels scrub pads and gloves) labeled and stocked in appropriate cleaning tools and brushes and replace or clean when to train proper chemical and PPE to assist and train equipment equipment inspections and audits for cleanliness and CIL operators on 5S to keep workstations/areas clean and clutter that all logs (CIP MSS peroxide) are filled out completely and the Chat in to create OPLs and SOPs to aid in all cleaning for ensuring that the sanitation room is for weekly housekeeping other duties as Accountabilities:SafetyAdheres to all plant safety all near misses and accidents to the Production Supervisor or HR an active role in the plant safety programs by participating in monthly safety inspections andreporting any potential safety hazards to the safety committee or Management to all Quality Assurance System SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures) and SSOPs (Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures) to adjust to ensure the manufacturing of high -quality aseptic for compliance with the Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) and Safe Quality Food (SQF) all critical control points understanding their functions as it relates to production prepares and maintains all area documentation. Writing legibly and completely filling out all documents. Operators name must be signed on each document a clean and organized work all areas of the plant with general with other shifts and the management team in housekeeping endeavors. CommunicationsAs a support to the Production team ensure effective shift communication and teamwork with the other operators occur for each scheduled effective communication with members of the support group and all other utilizing the handheld radios employees are expected to be professional and respectful when communicating across all and TrainingPromotes and contributes to the development of a strong teamWorks among coworkers as a in coaching and training employees as requested by the management DevelopmentContinuous improvement of knowledge of the production areasBecome familiar with SunOpta 360Completes and adheres to the annual alchemy scheduleComplete Better Process Control SchoolSupervisory Responsibilities::To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential and follows procedures for all allergens and how to prevent cross adhere to all GMPs and Safety Procedures established by to assess a situation and make quick accurate decisions that will aid in have good personal have basic math and troubleshooting skills - learn to perform and be involved with routine with minimal amount of be able to evaluate a situation and make a good school diploma or equivalent 2 years in Food Manufacturing environment preferably in SanitationKnowledge and Skills:Must be able to read and write in to use critical thinking to plan and solve Considerations:Travel Expectation: None as part of normal job requirements; but travel may occur permanagement due to training : SunOpta Plant at 3rd Alexandria : Monday-Friday; 2 pm to 10:30 pm. Some flexibility will be required to complete weekend validations as Rate: The hourly pay rate for this position is $31.25/ or international remote working arrangements (outside of the US) will not be Environment/Physical Demands:Be around fumes and allergensAmbient temperature environmentsStanding/Walking: Up to 12 hours per shift often on wet or slippery Frequently required to clean under or around : Using ladders or steps to access elevated areas or clean overhead and Stretching: To clean ceilings high walls or large Regularly lift 2550 lbs. (e.g. cleaning supplies equipment parts waste).Pushing/Pulling: Moving equipment carts or hosescan require significant BenefitsMedical insuranceDental insuranceVision insurancePaid Family leavePaid maternity leave401(k) with MatchVoluntary Life Accident Critical Illness and Hospital indemnityPaid HolidaysTuition assistanceShort-term and Long-term Disability insurancePlease note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.