Grand River Foods

Food

SanitationTeamLeader

CA$0–0k Waterloo, Ontario, Canada FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

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The Brief

“Sanitation Team Leader at Grand River Foods. Skills: Sanitation standards, Team supervision, Process operation. Provide consistent leadership, supervision, and motivation. Respond proactively to ensure smooth operation”

Industry & Context.

Food
Problems you'll solve

Troubleshoot issues

Eligibility Requirements

Lifting up to 50lbs, Working with harsh chemicals, Handling high-pressure hoses, Exposure to warm temperatures and humid conditions, Working with grinders, augers, and blenders, Performing work on ladders, 9-hour shift plus weekend overtime

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Previous experience leading/supervising a team of 20 or more employees, Basic understanding of industrial cleaning chemicals, FSQA and OH&S focus, Ability to accurately maintain detailed records, High degree of flexibility and adaptability, Ability to assess and prioritize

What You'll Do.

Provide consistent leadership

Respond proactively to ensure smooth operation

Ensure team members follow OH&S and FSQA standards

Coordinate with Sanitation Supervisor/Manager

and maintenance teams

Ensure team follows SOPs and GMPs

Provide coaching and training

Follow strict Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures/Guidelines

Assemble and disassemble equipment

Move and lift parts up to 50lbs

Work with harsh chemicals

Handle large high-pressure hoses

Perform work on floor

Supervise and partner with external contractors

Perform tasks in various plant areas

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Work with Quality, production, and maintenance teams; Partnership with external contractors

Communication Scope

Verbal communication; Written communication

Full Job Description

## Description Grand River Foods is a leading food solutions company serving customers in the North American grocery and food service industry. As a member of the Sunrise Farm family, we remain as dedicated as ever to both providing a quality work environment for our employees, as well as producing only the highest quality products for our customers. We are known for the great care we take with clients and employees alike.  JOB DESCRIPTION   The Sanitation Team Leader is responsible providing consistent leadership, supervision, and motivation to the sanitation team members. Excellent communication skills are required as the Sanitation Team Leader is the main contact point for all employees in the sanitation department. Sanitation Team Leaders must respond proactively to ensure the smooth operation of the sanitation process.  ## RESPONSIBILITIES Ensure all team members are following OH&S and FSQA standards. Coordinate with the Sanitation Supervisor and/or Manager to ensure the smooth operation of the process. Troubleshoot issues and work with Quality, production, and maintenance teams to ensure all standards are maintained. Ensure the team is following all SOPs and GMPs. Provide coaching and training to team members when required. Follow strict Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures/Guidelines. Follow basic generic sanitation standard operating procedures: Remove excess soil, pre-rinse, foam, rinse, inspect, and sanitize. Assembly and disassembly of equipment, including moving and lifting parts up to 50lbs. Working with harsh chemicals regularly. Handling large high-pressure hoses, and cleaning equipment. Exposure to warm temperatures and humid conditions. Working with grinders, augers, and blenders. Performing work while on the floor, platforms, and 3-point ladders. Supervision and partnership with external 3rd party contractors. Performing tasks in various areas of the plant as required. ## REQUIREMENTS Strong FSQA and OH&S focus. Basic understanding of industria

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