Sanitation Program Lead

We are actively seeking a Sanitation Specialist in Luxemburg, Wisconsin. This role is is responsible for training, development, and continuous improvement in the site sanitation program. As the site sanitation technical expert, the Specialist will document standard and best practices in sanitation across the plant, provide training on sanitation processes and programs, development and technical support for site employees, and drive continuous improvement.

How Agropur invests in YOU:

Competitive and comprehensive compensation and benefits package focusing on your physical, financial, and emotional health to include the following perks as well as the standard benefit offerings:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short and Long-term Disability Insurance

• 401(k) with 7% company contributions

• 3 weeks Paid Time Off

• Paid holidays and 2 floating holidays

• Paid parental leave

• Advancement Opportunities

• Salary Grade 004: $85,000-$100,000 (Salary will be determined based on skills, education, training & experience related to the position).

What this role is about:

• Schedule:
  Mondays to Fridays 7 AM to 4 PM, with occasional weekends as needed.

• Oversee the scheduling and coordination of all Master Sanitation Schedule activities in the facility including SSOP (Sanitation Standard Operating Procedure) development and validation.

• Work with Production Supervisors, Managers and hourly employees to maximize department efficiency and drive continuous improvement.

• Collaborate with cross functional teams from Corporate Quality, Operations, Supply Chain, Engineering, and Maintenance' representing the Sanitation department and providing technical input.

• Oversee environmental and pathogen monitoring programs, monitor programs closely for compliance and develop actions for continuous improvement.

• Primary responsibility for the pest control program, waste management program, utility chemicals, and supporting QA/QC on the environmental monitoring program at the site.

• Order and maintain inventory of facility operating supplies including sanitation chemicals, safety equipment, PPE, Janitorial supplies and cleaning equipment.

• Evaluate supplier performance, adherence to commitments per contract and address nonperformance.

• Perform cleaning and sanitation duties as needed.

What you need to join our team:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Food Science, Microbiology, Biological Science or related field required.

• Minimum three (3) years of sanitation experience in food manufacturing industry required.

• Equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be considered.

• Tactical knowledge and application of food safety principles (ex. Regulatory, PCQI, HACCP, SQF, GMPs, food microbiology).

• Maintain updated knowledge and understanding of federal and state laws, regulations, procedures, and standards.

AA/EEO – Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity

Agropur welcomes people from all backgrounds and origins. We are proud to be an employer with a diverse community and are committed to providing a respectful and inclusive experience for all employees and applicants. We will work with candidates who request accommodation. Please note that an adequate knowledge of French is required for positions in Quebec. Agropur uses artificial intelligence technology to assist our recruiters in screening, assessing, or selecting applicants for this position.

In this text, the use of the masculine gender to designate persons is intended only to lighten the text.