Sanitation Assistant Manager

Sanitation Supervisor – 2nd Shift (Merrill, WI)

This 2nd shift position will support and oversee the work of the Sanitation Team by actively participating on the floor. Reporting to the Production Manager, the Supervisor will ensure the department is running smoothly and in a safe, productive manner; will plan and oversee daily cleaning of equipment, facility areas, and production lines while managing 2nd shift activities. Requires proficiency in all Sanitation programs and duties to ensure procedures required for cleaning and sanitizing meet OSHA, Quality and Food Safety requirements.

• Oversee the nightly work of the plant's sanitation team, including assigning tasks and providing guidance on proper cleaning procedures while maintaining safety protocols and use of equipment and chemicals.
• Implement and adhere to SSOPs, track all sanitation activities; provide training as needed to new hires and team; validate and verify knowledge by maintaining Job Task Checklists for current and new employees.
• Responsible for maintaining the Master Sanitation Schedule and compliance with the requirements of GMPSs, HACCP, Allergan and Food Safety Programs.
• Conduct regular scheduled inspections, internal audits, and testing to verify the effectiveness of sanitation procedures; maintain accurate records of procedures and inspections.
• Ensures proper use, storage, dilution and handling of cleaning chemicals.
• Work with other departments in a collaborative manner to ensure a clean and safe work environment; work closely with Production and Quality to investigate and address sanitation issues such as preoperational set‑up failures and cleanliness issues, applying corrective actions that will improve timely and efficient production start‑up.
• Collaborate with Maintenance to ensure efficient cleaning, set‑up, and operation.
• Develop sanitation procedures and/or update as needed for new or existing equipment.
• Participate in weekly manufacturing Team Lead and Management Team meetings.

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of five years manufacturing experience, preferably in a food environment.
• Minimum of two years supervisory experience, with strong attention to detail to ensure effective operation and cleanliness of equipment and facility.
• Experience in food production, packaging, and sanitation is preferred.

• OSHA, Food Safety, FDA, and USDA.
• Knowledge of ISO and certifications within the food industry.
• Proficient use of a computer and systems (Microsoft Word and Excel).

• Effective and Proficient communicator, written and verbal.
• Proven experience in production leadership within the food or dairy industry; experience in sanitation and work procedures ideal.
• Good problem solving and analysis skills.
• Ability to manage time efficiently and organizational skills.
• Effectively manage a team to ensure efficient use of time while meeting all sanitation and cleanliness requirements.

At Lactalis, we offer a comprehensive Total Rewards Program with a variety of affordable benefits and coverage options. We support insurance costs significantly, contribute generously to retirement plans, and offer Paid Time Off from day one. We are committed to your professional growth, providing training and development opportunities, including Education Reimbursement.

Lactalis is an equal employment opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against applicants with regard to any legally‑recognized basis including, but not limited to: veteran status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, and physical or mental disabilities. Further, any division of the Company that is an affirmative action employer will comply with all related legal obligations.