Sanitation Lead, FL

Description

Title: Sanitation Lead, FL

Reports To: Sanitation Supervisor

Location: Delray Beach, FL

Type: Full-Time | Onsite | Non-Exempt

COMPANY SUMMARY

Pero Family Farms is a market share leader with over a century of dedication, commitment, and integrity. Operating since 1908, Pero is the farm trusted by retailers and consumers alike. We are a fully integrated farming operation, with departments that specialize in organic farming, logistics, global supply chain management, national sales operations, food processing operations, and strategic marketing functions. Our operation includes over 35,000 acres spanning across the East Coast of the United States from Florida to New York, with distribution and production facilities in several different states. We pride ourselves in maintaining a strong family heritage and tradition that has been dedicated to quality, innovation, and excellent customer service that has been feeding America’s families for over a century. Our family’s passion for farming remains unwavering, with a vision to continue the tradition for many generations to come, whilst maintaining the reverence and trust it has established with the American consumer. As we expand our offering to include an assortment of organic vegetable options; we have become one of the largest organic vegetable growers in the country and we are looking to grow our workforce family. Join us in continuing and strengthening our position as a market share leader dedicated and trusted by retailers and consumers alike.

JOB SUMMARY

The Sanitation Lead is responsible for leading and coordinating the sanitation team to ensure that all production areas, equipment, and tools are cleaned and sanitized according to food safety and quality standards. This position plays a key role in maintaining compliance with FDA, USDA, HACCP, and GMP regulations while promoting a safe and hygienic work environment. The Sanitation Lead will oversee daily sanitation operations, train team members, and monitor the effectiveness of sanitation procedures.

Requirements

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead and oversee the daily sanitation activities within the production facility to ensure all areas meet food safety and hygiene standards. 
• Train, direct, and motivate the sanitation team to follow established sanitation protocols and safety procedures. 
• Develop and maintain cleaning schedules, ensuring that all sanitation tasks are completed thoroughly and on time. 
• Monitor and inspect equipment and production areas for cleanliness and compliance with regulatory standards. 
• Ensure proper use, handling, and storage of cleaning chemicals and sanitation equipment. 
• Conduct pre-operational and post-operational inspections to verify sanitation effectiveness. 
• Identify and resolve sanitation issues, implementing corrective actions to prevent reoccurrence. 
• Maintain accurate sanitation records, including cleaning logs, inspection reports, and incident documentation. 
• Collaborate with production, quality assurance, and maintenance teams to address sanitation-related concerns. 
• Ensure compliance with FDA, USDA, HACCP, GMP, and company policies regarding food safety and sanitation. 
• Support continuous improvement efforts by recommending and implementing more effective sanitation practices.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent (Associate’s degree preferred). 
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in sanitation or food production, preferably in fresh produce or food manufacturing. 
• Previous experience in a lead or supervisory role is strongly preferred. 
• Strong knowledge of FDA, USDA, HACCP, and GMP sanitation standards and regulations. 
• Excellent leadership, training, and communication skills. 
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment. 
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills. 
• Proficient in maintaining and updating sanitation records and reports. 
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in varying temperatures and wet environments. 
• Flexibility to work nights, weekends, and overtime as needed.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Work is performed in a food manufacturing and production environment with exposure to cold, wet, and humid conditions.
• Requires working with cleaning chemicals, sanitation equipment, and applicable personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Must adhere to all established food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety procedures.
• Requires flexibility to work nights, weekends, and overtime as needed to meet operational and sanitation requirements

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods while performing sanitation duties and overseeing sanitation activities.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to bend, reach, stoop, kneel, and perform repetitive physical movements as needed to clean and sanitize production areas and equipment.
• Ability to work in cold, wet, and humid environments for extended periods.
• Ability to safely handle cleaning chemicals and operate sanitation equipment while wearing required personal protective equipment (PPE).

COMPANY BENEFITS/PERKS

• 401(k)
• Health, Dental, Vision Insurance and more
• Paid Time Off (PTO)

The company (Pero) reserves the right to alter, amend, expand or contract these duties and responsibilities as the company's needs evolve.