3rd Shift Sanitation Lead at Great Lakes Cheese in Wausau, Wisconsin

Job Description:

Job Overview

The Sanitation Lead oversees the sanitation department team in all areas of sanitation for production areas & machines.

Job Responsibilities

• Organize and lead sanitation employees; solve problems before they develop.
• Observe & evaluate processes and draws on experience to make independent decisions on issues relating to sanitation processes and improvements.
• Provide assistance and guidance to sanitation employees, providing them with what they need to accomplish daily tasks and achieve goals.
• Communicate effectively and makes sound decisions.
• Evaluate employee performance and administers discipline when needed.
• Assist with selection, hiring, advancement, transfer, promotion and termination decisions for the department.
• Delegate responsibilities as needed.
• Schedule employee vacations.
• Maintain accurate records and employee files
• Motivate and lead by example.
• Process daily employee issues and complaints; listen well and provides tactful feedback.
• Work closely with the QA department, assisting with information gathering and follow-up.
• Assure a safe and sanitary work environment.
• Perform inspections to assure results
• All GLC employees are expected to perform any assignment or job task according to the stated safety policies and procedures.
• All GLC employees are expected to produce our products in a manner that exceeds the quality and value expectation of our customers and consumers by adhering to Good Manufacturing Practices, Policies and Procedures outlined in our Safe Quality Food Program.
• Other responsibilities as assigned by the manager.

Required Education and Experience

• Associate's degree or Technical education or commensurate experience.
• 4 years of production experience or more.
• Fundamental understanding of manufacturing sanitation processes and related equipment.
• Ability to make decisions based on standard practices.
• Ability to provide leadership, support, communication and direction to line personnel.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks, troubleshoot and problem solve.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree.
• Basic computer skills.
• SAP experience.
• MES Experience.
• Trouble Shooting Skills.
• Coaching Skills

Working Conditions

• Ability to constantly stand/walk; bend/flex/extend neck; frequently grip/reach/lift/pull with L/R hands.

• Ability to frequently handle material from floor-to-waist, waist-to-shoulder and pushing/pulling/carrying.

• Hair nets, ear plugs/muffs, hardhats, and/or safety glasses may be required.

• Product weight: up to 50 lbs.

EEOC & Disclaimer

Great Lakes Cheese is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer.

Nearest Major Market: Wausau