Sanitation Manager-Bakery

About New Horizons:

New Horizons Baking Company has been in operation since 1967. We produce ready to eat Hamburger Buns and English Muffins for some of the most iconic brands. We currently serve over 2,000 quick service restaurants across Ohio, Kentucky, Indiana, Michigan and Western Pennsylvania as well as national retail and sandwich makers!

We cultivate and embrace a diverse team member population. We recognize that people with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives fuel our growth and enrich our culture.

We are looking for individuals who enjoy working in a fast-paced, team-orientated environment, likes to be challenged, and values the opportunity to make a difference!

Compensation & Benefits:

• Salary: $65,000-$75,000 (BOE)
• We offer a comprehensive benefits package including Medical, company-paid Dental and Vision, Disability and Life Insurance, 401K with match, and paid Vacation. Additional benefits include:
  • Employee appreciation lunches and events
  • Opportunities for Development and Job Advancement

This position is responsible for leading development, compliance, training, problem solving, best practice development, and technical support in the area of sanitation. You will direct the work activities of the facility sanitation teams that will include hourly and salaried sanitation team members.

Responsibilities:
Our Sanitation Manager values Character (Faith), Community (Family), and Commitment (Future). The job responsibilities of our Sanitation Manager are to:

• Direct and train Plant Sanitation Supervisors and Sanitors in daily sanitation activities with the objective of achieving on-time starts that meet all food safety requirements.
• Work closely with Maintenance, FSQA, and equipment vendors to ensure that new or modified equipment meets sanitary design and regulatory requirements prior to purchase and installation. Validate that equipment modifications or new equipment can effectively be cleaned and sanitized to an acceptable microbial level.
• Work closely with sanitation chemical providers to maximize technical expertise and to drive results while being cost effective.
• Develop and manage the department’s operating budget.
• Lead plant sanitation verification and auditing process. Work with appropriate internal partners to address and resolve deficiencies.
• Lead facility projects resulting in more effective execution of sanitation and monitoring processes as well as cost savings initiatives.
• Participate in 3rd party audits and regulatory inspections representing the sanitation function.

Qualifications:

• 3-5 Years’ experience preferred
• Previous manufacturing and/or food production experience is preferred
• Knowledge of BRC, SQF, GMP and other food safety standard including HACCP or similar food industry regulations;
• Knowledge of chemicals used in food plant cleaning and sanitation in addition to practices, procedures and guidelines;
• Experience using Microsoft Office and other computer-based application (I pad, One Note, etc.);
• Familiarity with Unions

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level, or work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities as needed and as assigned by supervision.

New Horizons is committed to providing equal opportunity for employees and applicants in all aspects of the employment relationship, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, marital status, veteran status, disability, age, religion or any other classification protected by law.