PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Manages and executes Site Master Sanitation Schedule (MSS), including components of shutdown/start-up cleaning schedules and cleaning verifications through microbiological sampling of cleaned surfaces and equipment.

• Develops and updates sanitation procedures to reflect accurate cleaning processes and tasks.

• Trains and develops Sanitation Contractors/Sanitation Associates to assure team capabilities and consistent cleaning execution.

• Participates in Food Safety/HACCP Team and monthly Food Safety inspections, and conducts follow up actions to address findings.

• Participates in Integrated Pest Management activities, collaborating with pest services technicians to help identify risk areas to improve cleaning and control for pest mitigation.

• Responsible for assisting in all areas in maintaining high levels of daily cleanliness and adherence to site GMP’s.

• Prioritizes work daily by identifying pressing issues, through communication with each production technician, knowing shift production plans and awareness of area.

• Promotes high quality team environment through effective teamwork and self-management with a positive attitude.

• Performs all assigned activities and job tasks within area.

• Performs and manages detailed cleaning of large areas and workspaces.

• Performs and manages detailed cleaning of large pieces of manufacturing equipment.

• Performs and oversees sanitation activities as required by the Master Sanitation Schedule, with particular attention to associate safety and compliance with lock out/tag out procedures. Assures completion of all required documentation.

• Assists the plan in meeting or exceeding production goals.

• Educates others on sanitation principles.

• Receives micro training and understands the hazards of cross contamination.

• Participate in micro investigations.

• Other duties as assigned.

LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES

1. Functional/Technical skills

2. Planning

3. Drive for Results

4. Priority Setting

5. Customer focus

6. Peer Relationships

KEY FUNCTIONAL SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE

• Relationship building with other Associates and teams

• Good communication skills

• Excellent interpersonal skills

• Self-motivated with ability to work independently

• Analyze equipment support needs

• Strong organization skills

• Mars safety policies and procedures

• Food Safety working knowledge, general micro understanding and HACCP knowledge

• Chemical safety awareness and application

• Standard Operating Procedure creation and documentation

• Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills

KEY EXPERIENCES

• 1 years of work experience within manufacturing, or a technical and/or trade discipline

• Demonstrated competency in computer and pc software including MS Office and email

• Must be willing and able to work and accept varying shifts and schedules

• Ability to read/comprehend written and oral instruction in the English language

PREFFERED QUALIFICATIONS

• 2+ years of manufacturing experience with Excellent working knowledge of all production equipment, site layout, sanitation tool use and preventive maintenance.

• Understands microbiological and pest control as it pertains to a food manufacturing environment.

• Has detailed knowledge of the process flow of the plant. Understands traffic, air flow and color code system.

• Ability to operate a forklift/scissor lift/high lift with OSHA certification