Supervisor, Sanitation

Port Coquitlam, 1910 Kingsway Av, Port Coquitlam, British Columbia, Canada

Reporting to the Afternoon Plant Superintendent, the Sanitation Supervisor is responsible for managing the sanitation operations that achieve/meet the requirements for safety, regulatory compliance, environment, quality, customer service and cost. The role works closely with Sanitation employees, Quality Assurance, and Operations to ensure plant equipment and the facility are cleaned and sanitary. As part of the plant’s leadership team, the Sanitation Supervisor contributes to building and maintaining a culture of continuous improvement of processes, efficiencies, and productivity.

10:30 pm to 7 am (Mon to Fri)

• Deliver results for the sanitation department in accordance with approved sanitation plans/schedules to meet business objectives. This is achieved by:
  • Providing effective leadership and direction to hourly employees (coaching, cross‑training, addressing and resolving HR related issues and concerns)
  • Appropriate resource allocation
  • Communication and ongoing reinforcement of performance indicators/requirements (i.e. health and safety, food safety and quality, customer service, cost, etc.)
• Check daily and weekly production schedules to ensure adequate staffing and supplies are in place to complete sanitation. Advise management of any issues/concerns to ensure uninterrupted sanitation processes to meet required efficiencies and productivity levels.
• Ensure compliance to all Health and Safety and Food Safety policies and procedures. Participate in safety and food safety inspections and conduct internal audits on a regular basis. Advise applicable departments with any issues/concerns.
• Develop, review and revise Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures (SSOPs) in conjunction with Quality Assurance.
• Partner with third‑party chemical suppliers, including reviewing products, supplies utilized, and coordinating chemical training.
• May assume the responsibilities of the Department Manager in their absence.
• Other tasks/duties/responsibilities as assigned.

• Post‑secondary degree or diploma with emphasis on food processing or business management
• Minimum of 5 years of industry experience (in food)
• Strong knowledge of ATP, TPC, GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point), WHMIS 2015/GHS, Health and Safety, and Lean Manufacturing concepts is recommended.
• Proven ability to manage workforce within the guidelines provided through Collective Agreement/Terms and Conditions, and Human Resources policies and guidelines.
• Ability to work cross‑functionally.
• Strong leadership, communication, analytical and interpersonal skills required.
• Knowledge of MS Office Applications (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook) required.
• Stakeholder management with internal and external stakeholders (CFIA, third‑party suppliers) is crucial.