Sanitation TEAM LEAD Rotating Nights

Company Description

When it comes to being wild, we know a thing or two. We're not afraid of trying something new or the hard work it takes to make it happen. It's in our DNA. We've turned a family recipe into a new snacking category. And the wilderness into the world's largest meat snack business, that's still proudly family owned and operated.

We're a company built by innovators, and are driven to not only satisfy your hunger, but to also feed your journey – whether that journey is on the road, on the run, at the campground, at the playground, in the office or in the moment. It’s a journey we share with you. It’s the journey forward of our people, of our communities, of our category…with a reverence for quality and an irreverence for the status quo.

At Jack Link's Protein Snacks, we see every moment of every day as an opportunity to move forward, to forge new ground. To realize our vision of becoming the World’s #1 Protein Snack Company. We never give up. You never give up. Together, we keep going. Are you wild enough to join us?

Jack Link's Protein Snacks is a global leader in snacking and the No. 1 meat snack manufacturer worldwide. Family-owned and operated with headquarters in Minong, Wisconsin, Jack Link’s Protein Snacks also has a large corporate hub in Downtown Minneapolis, Minnesota. The company is made up of over 4,000 passionate team members, across 11 countries, who share an uncompromising commitment to delivering awesome products and feeding the journey of those who move things forward. The Jack Link’s Protein Snacks portfolio of brands includes, Jack Link’s, Lorissa’s Kitchen, MATADOR Jerky, BiFi and Peperami.

Job Description

SHIFT:  5.30p.m.to 6:00 a.m. rotational nights, every other WEEKEND OFF!

The Sanitation Lead assists and coordinates activities concerned with all Sanitation operations. Ensures the cleaning and sanitizing of all production equipment, production areas, and facility in accordance with Standard Sanitation Operating Procedures (SSOP’s). Confirms readiness for morning inspection by QA and USDA.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

General

• Works closely with Supervisor to plan and schedule work for team.
• Leads a team of Sanitation Specialists who complete the proper and timely cleaning and sanitation of all processing areas within acceptable levels consistent with JL and USDA guidelines.
• Ensure all equipment is operational for shift start-up (i.e., belts and other equipment reassembled).
• Understand and perform all procedures to set-up, and perform minor adjustments of machinery.
• Assist the Sanitation Supervisor/Manager to document all process and procedures in SOP format. 
• Perform production paperwork, and control procedures with complete accuracy.
• Proper and timely cleaning and sanitation of all processing areas within acceptable levels consistent with company and USDA guidelines.
• Keep all chemical containers properly labeled and clean at all times.
• Fill out Pre-Op inspection sheets daily.
• Properly use personal protection equipment when dispensing or working with chemicals.

Safety

• Perform all duties within OSHA and company safety standards; LockOut/Tag Out (LOTO), wear PPE and maintain safety equipment.
• Use proper Lockout/Tag out (LOTO) procedures.
• Maintain a safe, clean and organized work area.
• Keep warehouse neat and organized daily.
• Immediately report all accidents and deficiencies to the supervisor.
• Ensure safety devices are installed and working properly.
• Monitor work environment for general food safety hazards such as condensation monitoring, etc.

Communication

• Report chemical equipment malfunctions to Sanitation Supervisor/Manager immediately.
• Communicate with peers, subordinates, and leaders in an effective, timely manner.
• Continuously collaborate with Sanitation Supervisor/Manager to communicate:  daily production expectations, directives and schedules, challenges and problems that arise, protocol and schedule changes, personnel issues. 
• Keep supervisor informed daily of problems incurred during the shift.
• Communication to and for the team.
• Communicate effectively with personnel and manager to prevent and address any machine malfunctions.
• Confer with appropriate personnel to coordinate activities between departments.
• Work with QA personnel to ensure all standards are met.
• Suggest improvements; continuously improve the quality of all support activities.

Personnel

• Follow good manufacturing practices and HACCP training, along with company pre-requisite programs, SOP’s, and SSOP’s.
• Coordinate team member training