Job Title: QA/Sanitation Lead
Job Description
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Food Quality and Sanitation Lead to join our team at a leading food processing facility. This hands-on managerial role is pivotal in ensuring a safe, clean, and compliant production environment. The ideal candidate will lead and perform sanitation activities, driving a culture of food safety and continuous improvement.
Responsibilities
Execute and oversee sanitation processes in accordance with FDA, USDA, and other regulatory standards.
Work alongside the sanitation team to complete cleaning tasks according to the Master Sanitation Schedule.
Troubleshoot sanitation-related issues and implement effective solutions.
Supervise, coach, and motivate a team of sanitation workers.
Manage staffing levels, schedule shifts, assign work areas, and provide ongoing training and development.
Process payroll according to company policies and procedures.
Perform and oversee cleaning and sanitization of production lines, processing equipment, utensils, floors, walls, ceilings, and storage areas according to SSOPs.
Ensure all cleaning tasks are completed efficiently and in accordance with established timelines.
Document all activities in Redzone software or designated forms.
Maintain full compliance with all food safety, sanitation, and hygiene regulations.
Proactively adjust procedures as regulations or internal standards evolve.
Conduct routine sanitation inspections, pre-operational checks, and internal audits of facility cleanliness and sanitation effectiveness.
Identify gaps and deficiencies, take immediate corrective actions, and implement long-term solutions to prevent recurrence.
Oversee ATP swabbing at the end of sanitation activities.
Oversee proper handling, usage, and storage of cleaning chemicals and sanitizers, ensuring compliance with safety data sheets.
Train staff on chemical safety and proper dilution procedures.
Ensure proper PPE is being utilized as necessary.
Maintain an organized inventory of cleaning supplies, chemicals, and equipment, and process order requests in a timely manner.
Ensure sanitation equipment is properly maintained, cleaned, and calibrated.
Partner with the maintenance department to promptly address malfunctions, preventative maintenance, or repairs of sanitation-related equipment.
Maintain thorough and accurate documentation including sanitation logs, inspection reports, chemical usage records, cleaning schedules, and corrective action reports.
Prepare and present sanitation reports to senior management and during regulatory inspections.
Maintain proper employee records for HR purposes.
Work closely with production, quality assurance, and maintenance teams to coordinate sanitation efforts with production schedules and operational priorities.
Support continuous improvement initiatives across departments related to food safety and sanitation.
Lead response to sanitation-related emergencies.
Investigate root causes, document incidents, and implement corrective actions to prevent future occurrences.
Set the tone for safety and hygiene by actively reinforcing the use of PPE and sanitation best practices.
Drive food safety awareness across all departments and ensure adherence to sanitation policies by all employees.
Essential Skills
Proven experience in food quality and sanitation management within a food processing environment.
Strong knowledge of FDA, USDA, HACCP, GMPs, SSOPs, and other regulatory standards.
Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
Proficiency in Redzone software or similar documentation tools.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
HACCP certification.
Food safety and sanitation qualifications.
Work Environment
The work environment is a manufacturing/laboratory setting where adherence to safety protocols and cleanliness standards is paramount.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $50000.00 - $60000.00/yr.
Health and Wellness BenefitsMedical Insurance: Comprehensive coverage for medical expenses, including hospitalization, outpatient care, and prescription drugs.Dental Insurance: Coverage for routine checkups, cleanings, and treatments.Vision Insurance: Coverage for eye exams, glasses, and contact lenses.Mental Health and Wellness: Access to counseling services, wellness apps, gym memberships, and nutrition services.Financial BenefitsRetirement Plans: Options such as 401(k) or pension schemes to help employees save for retirement, often with employer matching contributions.Short Term Disability (STD): Voluntary benefit that pays 60% of pre-disability weekly pay up to a maximum benefit of $600 a week 1.Long Term Disability (LTD): Voluntary benefit that pays 60% of pre-disability monthly base pay up to a maximum benefit of $5,000 a month 1.Transportation Benefits: Use of pre-tax payroll dollars to pay for qualified parking and transit expenses 1.Work-Life BalancePaid Time Off (PTO): Includes vacation days, personal time, and mental health days.Flexible Work Arrangements: Options for remote work, hybrid setups, or flexible hours to support a good work-life balance.Family and Medical Leave: Up to 12 weeks of unpaid leave within a rolling 12-month period for qualified individuals 1.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Saint Louis,MO.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on May 19, 2025.
About Actalent
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