Sanitation Manager

Are you interested in driving change? Do you have a curiosity-driven mindset to discover what is possible? Are you a self-driven individual with integrity? Do you want to be part of a department that is on the path to becoming uniquely extraordinary? If so, join us as Stemilt’s Sanitation Manager.

Stemilt, a vertically integrated company that brings wholesome and earth friendly products to families around the world, and the largest employer for the Wenatchee Valley Community, is looking to become a leading employer around Washington, and the world. If you are an open-minded, continuously learning individual that looks to push the limits, and is beyond ego… This Company is for you. We are World Famous! Join us, you will love it here 😊!

As Stemilt’s Sanitation Manager you are tasked with monitoring the proper cleaning and sanitation of Stemilt’s packing plants in line with food safety rules and regulations. The Sanitation Manager oversees a team of 3-4 Sanitation Supervisors and is responsible for planning, directing, and coordinating sanitation activities, as well as performing supervisory duties including:

· Manage daily sanitation operations in accordance with company policies and applicable laws.

· Ensure compliance with food safety standards, GMPs, and regulatory requirements.

• Develop, implement, and maintain sanitation procedures and SOPs.

• Conduct sanitation inspections and verify cleaning effectiveness.

• Monitor Environmental Monitoring Program (EMP) results and initiate corrective actions.

• Support food safety initiatives and continuous improvement efforts.

· Work Monday through Friday, 8:00 PM to 5:00 AM, and Sundays as needed.

This position supports all Stemilt packing lines, and it’s required to deliver extraordinary service at all levels, in addition to maintaining a stellar sanitation program. Strong problem-solving skills a must.

Key Responsibilities

· Supervise, train and hire personnel.

· Discipline Stemilters when needed.

· Complete appropriate administrative paperwork.

· Resolve problems as they arise.

· Serve as a point of contact for supervisors when issues arise

· Good communication with all managers, food safety, and mechanics.

· Maintain focus on goals and objectives for self and staff.

· Be an example and advocate of the Stemilt Handbook and Stemilt Safety programs.

· Create a culture within the team that leads to ensuring extraordinary customer service for all team members.

· Ensure the development of a self-leadership team culture.

Reports to: Food Safety/Sanitation Program Manager

Direct reports: Sanitation Supervisors

What we bring to your table:

· A World Famous! benefits package that includes:

o Medical/Dental/Vision insurance

o Short- and Long-term Disability insurance

o Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

o Life insurance

o Matched 401(k)

o Paid holidays

o Paid Time Off (PTO)

o Performance Incentive Plan

· An exciting opportunity to shape new performance standards, build knowledge, and open pathways for continued career growth!

Experience:

· Knowledge of personnel management, hiring procedures and Stemilt policies.

· Management experience preferred.

Qualifications:

Associate’s degree (A.A) from a two-year college or technical school, or equivalent education and/or related experience.

· Knowledge of Sanitation machinery and supplies.

· Must be forklift certified.

· Completion of Stemilt Growers, LLC. Safety program.

· Ability to develop and work within budget limitations.

· Ability to terminate or promote Stemilters in job functions.

· Ability to perform detailed functions and make quick informative decisions during periods of high pressure.

· Excellent verbal and written communication and interactive personnel skills.

· Must be able to work in cross-functional Stemilt teams.

· Ability to interact and connect with all Stemilters.

· Ability to deliver high-quality results with an exceptional transparent, consultative, and partnering attitude.

· A commitment to understand that change is the only constant and a practice of change with purpose, flexibility, and adaptability is a must.

· A desire to deliver an extraordinary experience at every interaction, in fact World Famous!

· Bilingual (Spanish/English) a plus but not required.