Job Description
Maybe it's our bright outlook on life. Or, maybe it's the happiness found in our many products. Whatever it is, Sunkist puts a fresh twist on all of its career offerings. Join our team and discover a freshly-squeezed, refreshing career.
This position manages the sanitation and pest management operations within the Tipton Sunkist operation. As a leading expert, this position will supervise and manage the plant sanitation function for the Tipton Sunkist facilities. This function supports plant sanitation in the effective use of chemicals, COP and CIP cleaning processes, sanitation equipment, valve function and design, setting standards for maintaining cleaning equipment, developing cleaning equipment PM and Calibration programs, implementing sanitation assurance initiatives, pest control and plant regulatory compliance programs for sanitation.
FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Establish, promote, and maintain plant operating standards of hygiene for the production of fresh juice.
* Interpret company policy to assigned personnel and ensure adherence to Safety Program, GMP’s and HACCP Programs.
* Identify, monitor, and maintain operating standards and guidelines during the sanitation process.
* Regularly evaluate plant cleanliness and sanitation – make corrections and/or recommendations as needed.
* Ensure proper readiness of plant and equipment at completion of the sanitation day.
* Ensure budgeted key indicators are tracked and goals are met; when below standard budgeted performance, take action(s) to correct.
* Ensure proper communication with various departments and personnel.
* Support the Quality Assurance team as a back-up to the QA Manager in his absence.
* Other duties as may be assigned
CONTACTS WITH OTHERS:
Customers, Laboratory staff, hourly employees, Inventory Administration, Operations Management personnel, support staff and vendors.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor Degree in Biology, Chemistry, Food Science or a related scientific field or equivalent.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
* Minimum of five years related experience or training, in a Food Manufacturing facility.
* Previous supervisory experience required along with effective presentation skills.
* Ability to speak Spanish helpful, but not required.
* Strong verbal and written communication skills essential.
* Must be computer proficient.
Well now that all the boring stuff HR makes us put in the job description is out of the way, what is this job really about? We are looking for an individual who values hard work, fresh ideas and a commitment to excellence. At Sunkist we value trust, respect for each other, communication and sharing information, generating ideas and creative solutions, working in teams and developing people to add value.
Behind our history of innovation and commitment to market leadership is a company devoted to providing continued education, excellent benefits and good working conditions. We provide all the resources you need to support your professional development, including:
* A variety of choices for Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability insurance
* 401K retirement savings plan, Match+
* Generous paid holiday and vacation benefits
* Internal and external training
* Generous educational assistance
* An open job posting system
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