Responsibilities
- Lead and oversee sanitation supervisors and hourly sanitation employees to ensure all sanitation activities are completed safely, correctly, and on schedule.
- Train, coach, and develop sanitation staff; plan, assign, and direct daily work while evaluating performance and administering discipline in accordance with company policies and applicable laws.
- Maintain accurate personnel records and ensure consistent communication, guidance, and support across all sanitation shifts.
- Ensure full compliance with Pilgrim’s sanitation procedures, USDA regulations, OSHA requirements, and all relevant food safety standards.
- Serve as the primary communication link between the plant and USDA regarding sanitation matters, and maintain strong working relationships with chemical suppliers.
- Monitor inventory, usage, and proper handling of sanitation chemicals and supplies to support efficient operations.
- Assist with managing the sanitation department budget, identifying opportunities for cost control and continuous improvement.
- Take on additional responsibilities as needed to support the Operations Team.
Requirements
- High School Diploma/GED; College Degree in related field required.
- Must have previous management experience in a food or poultry processing facility, including at least one year of directly related experience. Directly related work experience may be used as a year‑for‑year substitute for the educational requirement.
- Effective communication both orally and in writing, capable of independent decision making, must have basic computer knowledge, strong organizational skills and acute attention to detail, ability to manage multiple priorities, and proficient in MS Office software applications.
Nice to Have
- Bilingual (English/Spanish)
Benefits
- Vision, Medical, and Dental coverage begin after 60 days of employment
- Paid Time Off: Sick leave, vacation, company observed holidays or, any other statutorily required paid leave
- 401(k): company match begins after the first year of service and follows the company vesting schedule
Work Arrangement
On-site — Pilgrim’s poultry processing plant
Additional Information
- Schedule: Monday – Friday with occasional weekends
- Drug, alcohol, and background checks for all new team members post-offer and prior to the start of employment
- The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires that verification of employment eligibility be documented for all new employees by the end of the third day of work
