<p>Description</p> <p>At Lakanto, we're passionate about making a real difference by offering healthier, all-natural, sugar-free products. As our Sanitation Manager at our Orem, Utah manufacturing facility, you'll lead the overnight sanitation team and help keep our operations running smoothly and safely. Your efforts will support the quality and success of everything we do, helping Lakanto continue to grow and bring positive change to more lives. This full-time role generally requires availability Monday through Friday between 3:00 PM and 2:00 AM, with occasional weekend work as needed.</p> <p>Key Responsibilities:</p> <ul> <li>Supervise Sanitation Team: Lead and coordinate daily activities of the sanitation crew, including scheduling, assigning tasks, and monitoring performance. </li><li>Ensure Compliance: Maintain compliance with company sanitation policies, GMPs, FSSC 22000, OSHA, and other regulatory requirements. </li><li>Sanitation Procedures: Develop and oversee sanitation processes for equipment, machinery, and production areas, ensuring thorough cleaning and disinfection. </li><li>Training: Train team members on proper cleaning techniques, chemical handling, equipment use, and safety protocols. </li><li>Monitor Performance: Conduct regular inspections to ensure all sanitation tasks are completed to standard and identify areas for improvement. </li><li>Chemical Management: Manage and oversee the proper use, storage, and inventory of cleaning chemicals and sanitation supplies. </li><li>Documentation: Maintain accurate records of cleaning schedules, inspections, and compliance reports. </li><li>Safety Oversight: Enforce safety guidelines and protocols to prevent workplace accidents and ensure proper use of PPE in partnership with the Safety department. Ensure that sanitation team members are properly trained and compliant with key safety programs, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), Fall Protection, and Confined Space Entry procedures. </li><li>Team Support: Assist the team in performing cleaning tasks during busy periods or in high-demand areas. </li><li>Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities to improve sanitation processes and implement solutions to enhance efficiency and effectiveness. </li></ul> <p>Cross-Functional Collaboration:</p> <ul> <li>Work closely with Maintenance to schedule and coordinate deep cleaning of equipment, ensuring minimal downtime and maximum operational readiness. </li><li>Partner with Production teams to align cleaning schedules with production demands and ensure seamless transitions between shifts. </li><li>Collaborate with Quality Control teams to proactively identify potential sanitation risks, enhance allergen controls, and uphold product integrity and regulatory compliance. </li><li>Participate in cross-departmental meetings to share insights, report on sanitation outcomes, and drive continuous improvement initiatives across all operational areas. </li><li>Foster open communication between all departments to strengthen teamwork, problem-solving, and a shared commitment to operational excellence. </li></ul> <p>Requirements</p> <p>Qualifications:</p> <p>Experience: Minimum of 2 years of experience in a sanitation leadership role, preferably in food manufacturing or a similar environment</p> <p>Education: High school diploma or GED; additional training in sanitation, food safety, or related fields</p> <p>Knowledge: Familiarity with sanitation procedures, cleaning chemicals, equipment, and regulatory compliance</p> <p>Language: Reading, writing, speaking and listening at business level fluency in both English and Spanish is required.</p> <p>Skills:</p> <ul> <li>Strong leadership and team management skills. </li><li>Excellent attention to detail and organizational abilities. </li><li>Effective communication and problem-solving skills. </li><li>Ability to train and mentor team members. </li></ul> <p>Physical Activities:</p> <ul> <li>Ascending or descending ladders, stairs and the like: Frequently </li><li>Moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments, including tight and confined spaces: Frequently </li><li>Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods: Occasionally </li><li>Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another: Frequently </li><li>Adjusting or moving objects up to 25 pounds in all directions: Frequently </li><li>Adjusting or moving objects up to 50 pounds in all directions: Occasionally </li><li>Communicating with others to exchange information: Constantly </li><li>Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands, and/or fingers: Frequently </li><li>Operating machinery and/or power tools: Frequently </li><li>Operating Powered industrial trucks or other heavy equipment including scissor lifts and powered pallet jacks: Frequently </li><li>Assessing the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned: Frequently </li></ul> <p>Dress Code:</p> <ul> <li>Long pants are required at all times </li><li>A shirt with sleeves (long or short) </li><li>Closed-toe shoes are required </li><li>Mandatory PPE will include gowning, beard nets, goggles and gloves. </li><li>The ability to remove loose jewelry such as earrings, necklaces and rings will be required in production rooms. </li><li>Compliance with GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) </li></ul>