Overview
The Sanitation Assistant Project Manager is responsible for overseeing sanitation processes and managing team members within a designated area of a facility. With a strong emphasis on safety, this individual must ensure that all equipment and surfaces in their area are maintained in compliance with FDA/USDA regulations. The Assistant Project Manager is accountable for providing machine-specific training to new associates and delivering ongoing performance feedback to direct reports. This position requires a seasoned sanitation leader who is adept at leading a team of associates towards the achievement of shared objectives.
EXPERIENCE:
Required: 4+ years of experience in the Food Processing industry or another heavy industry field
POSITION REQUIREMENT(S):
Required: Must be 18 years of age or older. Must be legally employable in the United States, and project a professional appearance and attitude.
Bi-lingual is a plus (English/Spanish)
Benefit Information:
ABM offers a comprehensive benefits package. For information about ABM's benefits, visit ABM Employee Benefits | Staff & Management (https://media.abm.com/wp-content/uploads/AnnualBenefitFlyers/Recruiting%20Flyer%20-%20Staff%20&%20Mgmt.pdf)
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
Engage in daily communication with the Project Manager to report incidents, operational downtime, damage, and other critical plant matters.
Conduct weekly internal safety audits on personnel and equipment to ensure a safe working environment for all team members.
Establish, monitor, motivate, and track specific objectives for the sanitation crew to promote safety, cleanliness, and punctuality.
Oversee and develop direct reporting staff, which includes training, coaching, motivating, evaluating, scheduling, addressing team member complaints and grievances, disciplining team members, and planning and directing their work.
Ensure adherence to all internal company procedures and policies, including those related to Food Safety, Equipment Services, Human Resources, and general customer service.
Comply with the guidelines outlined in the ABM team member handbook, safety presentation and cleaning procedures.
Assist the Project Manager in the implementation of training programs, including safety training and FSTP (Food Safety Training Program) initiatives.
Coordinate responses to any governmental or customer-related deficiencies.
Report and investigate all incidents thoroughly.
Monitor the treatment of injured team members and assist with worker's compensation in providing restricted duty assignments.
Act as a liaison with customers to facilitate effective communication.
Represent the company at sanitation meetings (e.g., production, FDA/USDA, audits, etc.) on behalf of the customer.
Communicate customer responsibilities related to the sanitation of the facility (e.g., maintenance needs, water pressure/temperature, customer-provided supplies, etc.).
Submit corrective action procedures to customers when necessary to address issues.
Follow up with customers to ensure that concerns are resolved to their satisfaction.
Serve as a liaison with regulatory agencies as required.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Safety awareness and attention to detail is mandatory.
You must have reliable transportation to and from work.
Must be able to lift 15 lbs. to 50 lbs.
Must be proficient with Microsoft applications.
Must be knowledgeable of all sanitation jobs in the facility.
Review employees' work and provide constructive feedback.
Work cooperatively and oversee team members to ensure all 7 steps of sanitation procedures are followed.
Frequently lift hoses, equipment, and chemical containers, etc.
Wear employer-specified personal protective equipment ("PPE") such as gloves, face shield, eye goggles, aprons, boots, safety glasses, etc.
Exposure to chemicals (with PPE required for the task).
All night standing, lifting, and crouching for periods at a time.
Verify team members are performing all tasks to comply with all safety regulations.
Use Lock-out tag-out ("LOTO").
Ability to work in extreme temperature fluctuations.
Must work scheduled shifts including nights, weekends and holidays.
Be willing to work in all environmental conditions that exist in food processing plants (hot, cold, loud and wet).
Must maintain a professional appearance and demeanor and represent the company in a professional manner to our customers, prospective customers, managers and employees.
CORE COMPETENCIES (Essential Job Functions)
Accountable for ensuring that the sanitation team members are sufficiently staffed, trained, and equipped with the necessary tools and personal protective equipment to perform their duties safely and effectively.
Ensure that all mandated safety procedures are conveyed to, and comprehended by, the team assigned to his/her oversight.
Conduct inspections of the equipment that is cleaned and sanitized by the crew under his/her supervision. These inspections will take place before, during, and after the sanitation process.
Review and approve the reporting and departure times of the crew assigned to his/her supervision.
Responsible for making reports, talking with customers, and working with government officials.
Must be organized and maintain comprehensive records of sanitation processes, deficiencies, employee training, and related matters.
May be required to undertake the responsibilities of a sanitation team member.
Administer Lock Out Tag Out procedures to secure facility equipment during the sanitation process.
At times, you may be tasked with operating specialized equipment such as forklifts or scissor lifts (upon receiving appropriate training).
Other duties or special projects as assigned.
Shifts may vary depending on location.
Clean and sanitize equipment and workspace in a designated area of the plant.
Must be willing to work with a sense of urgency.
Seven steps of sanitation- Capable of following and teaching all the steps of the sanitation process.
Safety - Understanding and compliance with all the safety policies covered during training.
Chemicals- Understanding of chemical @types, labeling, PPE and warnings regarding mixing chemicals.
Attendance- Dependability in both: arriving and completing the work shift and compliance with attendance policy.
REQNUMBER: 135852
ABM is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer qualified applicants without regard race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran or any other protected factor under federal, state, or local law. ABM is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance in completing the employment application, please call 888-328-8606. We will provide you with assistance and make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.
