At Niagara, we’re looking for Team Members who want to be part of achieving our mission to provide our customers the highest quality most affordable bottled water.

Consider applying here, if you want to:   

Work in an entrepreneurial and dynamic environment with a chance to make an impact.   Develop lasting relationships with great people.   Have the opportunity to build a satisfying career.

We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages for our Team Members.

Sanitation Lead

The Sanitation Lead is responsible for implementing and maintaining the bottling facility sanitation procedures and standards. The primary focus of the Sanitation Lead is to insure the sanitation systems protect food safety and quality of our beverages. The Sanitation Lead position reports into the Quality Manager for the bottling facility.

Essential Functions

Responsible for daily activities for the cleaning and sanitation of the production line(s), ensuring product adheres to Niagara’s standard of safety, quality, and throughput.Assists Production Supervisor with daily activities of assigned shift, ensuring sanitation and product adheres to Niagara’s standard of safety, quality, and throughput.Communicates with previous shift regarding any challenges and opportunities on the production lines that could affect sanitation activities.Conducts walkthroughs throughout the shift to verify safety, housekeeping, sanitation and quality compliance.  Supports QA Manager with hourly and/or end of shift sanitation reports.The Sanitation Lead will implement, preform and maintain cleaning and sanitation procedures, policies and records for our production facility.Assist in problem solving sanitation, food safety and quality issues.  Provide direction to plant with product and/or process microbiological issues.   Evaluate the primary chemical suppliers for the plant with approval from Corporate QA.    Work with the bottling facility to establish the appropriate concentration/usage for all sanitation/cleaning chemicals. Support the Sanitation Training Program for CIP, COP, and external cleaning/sanitation.  This should include, but not be limited to chemical safety, CIP/COP basics, external cleaning, sanitary maintenance oversight, etc.Provide an environmental oversight to the sanitation processes at the bottling facility.  Inform the QA Manager of any potential wastewater or discharge issues.Maximize the use of Niagara’s document control software and data software for sanitation/cleaning documentation and record keeping.Adheres to the highest standards of company and plant safety programs, guidelines, rules, and regulations.  Abides by Niagara’s Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Food Safety Standards at all times.Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of the job.Ability to work 12 hour shifts, day or night, on a rotating 2-2-3 schedule or schedule as dictated by production demand.Please note this job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without prior notice.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:4 Years   – Experience in cleaning/sanitation for a beverage (Aseptic, hot-fill or CSD) and/or bottled water manufacturer required4 Years  – Experience in Position4 Years  – Experience managing people/projects

                *experience may include a combination of work experience and education

Preferred Qualifications:6 Years– Experience in Field or similar manufacturing environment6 Years – Experience working in Position               6 Years – Experience managing people/projects

*experience may include a combination of work experience and education

Competencies

Demonstrated experience working with automated CIP systems.Experience in quality management systems.Experience in sanitation audits including equipment specifications and sanitary process design.Ability to make independent judgments on issues that impact sanitation/cleaning procedures, forms, policies, and standards.Capable of working with minimal amount of supervision.Effective at interaction with all levels of plant. Willingness to embrace personal and professional development.Performs work under direct supervision.Handles basic issues and problems.  Refers more complex issues or problems to higher-level staff.Strong verbal, writing, and presentation skills to communicate effectively with immediate team and peers.Analytical and problem solving skills.Ability to work well in collaborative group environments.Strong attention to detail and organization.Intermediate knowledge of and experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and Outlook.

This position embodies the values of Niagara’s LIFE competency model, focusing on the following key drivers of success:

Lead Like an OwnerManages a safe working environment, accurately documents safety related training, and effectively communicates safety incidentsProvides strategic input and oversight to departmental projectsMakes data driven decisions and develops sustainable solutionsSkilled in reducing costs and managing timelines while prioritizing long run impact over short term winsMakes decisions by putting overall company success first before department/individual successLeads/facilitates discussions to get positive outcomes for the customerMakes strategic decisions which prioritize the needs of the customer over departmental/individual goalsInnovACTContinuously evaluates existing programs and processes, and develops new initiatives to increase efficiency and reduce wasteCreates, monitors, and responds to departmental performance metrics to drive continuous improvementCommunicates a clear vision, organizes resources effectively, and adjusts the strategy as needed when managing changeFind a WayDemonstrates ability to think analytically and synthesize complex informationEffectively delegates technical tasks to subordinatesWorks effectively with departments, vendors, and customers to achieve organizational successIdentifies opportunities for collaboration in strategic waysEmpowered to be GreatMakes hiring decisions primarily based on culture fit and attitude, and secondarily based on technical expertiseEngages in long term talent planningProvides opportunities for the development of all direct reportsUnderstands, identifies, and addresses conflict within own team and between teams

Education

Minimum Required: High School Diploma in (applied science field or engineering) or other related fieldPreferred: Associate's Degree in applied science field or other related field

Certification/License:

Required:            N/APreferred:           N/A

Foreign Language

Required:            None RequiredPreferred:           None Required

Benefits

Our Total Rewards package is thoughtfully designed to support both you and your family:

Regular full-time team members are offered a comprehensive benefits package, while part-time, intern, and seasonal team members are offered a limited benefits package.

Paid Time Off for holidays, sick time, and vacation timePaid parental and caregiver leavesMedical, including virtual care optionsDentalVision401(k) with company matchHealth Savings Account with company matchFlexible Spending AccountsExpanded mental wellbeing benefits including free counseling sessions for all team members and household family membersFamily Building Benefits including enhanced fertility benefits for IVF and fertility preservation plus adoption, surrogacy, and Doula reimbursementsIncome protection including Life and AD&D, short and long-term disability, critical illness and an accident planSpecial discount programs including pet plans, pre-paid legal services, identity theft, car rental, airport parking, etc. Tuition reimbursement, college savings plan and scholarship opportunitiesAnd more!

https://careers.niagarawater.com/us/en/benefits

* *Los Angeles County applicants only** Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the California Fair Chance Act, and any other applicable local and state laws.

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