VERNON, CA (ON-SITE)

Sanitation Lead Technician

TITLE: Sanitation Lead Technician

DEPARTMENT: Sanitation

SUPERVISED BY: Quality Assurance Manager

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

SCHEDULE: 7:00pm – 3:30am

SALARY RANGE: $25-$36 /hour

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Sanitation Lead Technician is responsible for supervising and assisting with cleaning and sanitation of all production equipment, machines, and work areas to establish a clean, sanitized, and safe working environment.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Clean and sanitize equipment, machines, and work areas to establish a clean, sanitized, and safe working environment.

Supervision

Supervise Sanitation staff by providing direction on daily tasks.
Oversee sanitation staff progress and responsibilities.
Train new staff on adherence to BRC, USDA, FDA, Cal-OSHA standards.
Assist in performance management and development of sanitation staff across all 3 shifts.
Train, coach, and develop employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and assisting in providing appropriate resolutions.
Assist with USDA Inspection process.
Fill in as needed to achieve results.
Execute & maintain confined space training & program; obtain and maintain trainer certification.

Quality Assurance

Calibrate temperature thermometers using a master mercury thermometer for the surge tank, cooking tanks, CCP 1B, etc. to verify precise temperature readings.
Confirm and coordinate proper distribution of uniforms and personal protective equipment (hard hat, eye wear, ear plugs, hair net, and safety boots)
Execute Good Manufacturing Practices to ensure products are consistently produced and controlled according to quality standards.
Oversee tank cleaning and master sanitation schedules.
Responsible for training, completion, & auditing of all sanitation paperwork needed in support of USDA, FDA, BRC, & Cal-OSHA requirements.

General Sanitation

Verify 3rd shift cleaning by visually inspecting and performing swab tests to meet sanitation standards.
Organize and prepare cleaning chemicals, sanitizers, and chemical concentrations need for sanitation.
Ensure safe chemical storage and manage chemical accidents.
Clean oil tanks by utilizing hoses, squeegees, chemical products, and other sanitation equipment to ensure cleanliness of the tanks for product storage.
Clean drains and waste areas using scrubs and brushes from product exposure.
Disassemble production equipment and thoroughly clean and sanitize equipment.
Clean oil filtration systems (PX) and sump to provide proper disposal of chemical agents and waste.
Collaborate with other department staff to ensure that food safety and workplace cleanliness are being
implemented.
Utilize hoses, mops, brooms, buckets, and other tools to respond to emergency clean ups.
Sweep warehouse floors to maintain a clean and sanitary warehouse.
Clean and sanitize ceiling, windows, and pipes from product exposure.
Document low-stock supplies and inventory stock.
Maintain a clean yard for shipping and loading.
Spread herbicide throughout the yard to cut unwanted foliage.
Replace Pesticide Controls (BAIT stations, TinCats, Glue Traps, and UV lights) as needed.

Products destined for Re-work

Document damaged or returned products.
Transfer flawed products to the Re-work area.
Organize Re-work products within product type.
Disassemble categorized product and place into melting tank.
Perform other projects and duties as assigned.

CORE COMPETENCIES

Thoroughness
Time Management
Teamwork Orientation and Leadership
Problem Solving Analysis
Communication Proficiency

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. May perform other duties as assigned.

Any combination of education and experience likely to provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities, typically:

3-5 years related experience and/or training in related environment.
High School Diploma or GED.
Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Self-motivated and able to work well in a fast-paced environment.
Able to maintain regular and consistent attendance.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
Effective verbal communication.
Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one conversations with other employees in the organization.
Able to develop and maintain effective working relationships.
Ability to operate powered lift vehicles; obtain & maintain powered lift vehicles certification.
Ability to use common sense to carry out simple one- or two-step instructions.
Ability to read and interpret policies and procedures.
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
Ability to work holidays, nights, weekends, or different shifts.
Ability to work overtime.
Ability to operate machinery.
Ability to work in an environment with moderate to high noise level.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job with or without accommodations.

Outdoor environment: Exposure to natural environmental conditions, weather related heat and cold, wet or humid conditions, working near moving and mechanical parts, exposure to fumes, or airborne particles and chemicals.

Office and plant setting: The plant environment will include wet or humid conditions (non-weather related), extreme cold and heat (non-weather related), working near moving mechanical parts, exposure to fumes or airborne particles, and chemicals.

Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but can be loud when in the plant.

The physical demands described here are representative of those an employee should possess to successfully perform the essential functions of this job with or without accommodations.

Perform tasks requiring reaching, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, walking, talk, and hear.
Requires ability to lift or move objects up to 50 pounds.
Sustain frequent movement of the fingers, wrists, hands, and arms.
Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and focus.
Stand, walk, and/or sit for sustained periods of time on a daily basis.

I have read the job description above and I understand that the knowledge, skills, abilities, and assigned responsibilities listed are conditions of my employment with Coast Packing Company. I also understand that the job description may be changed or altered at any time and may not include all of my job responsibilities.