Utz Quality Foods, Inc is hiring: Sanitation Supervisor 3rd Shift in Kings Mount

Overview

Utz Quality Foods is seeking a Sanitation Supervisor 3rd Shift to lead and provide operational support for sanitation at our King's Mountain, NC manufacturing facility. The Sanitation Supervisor is responsible for supervising and coordinating sanitation activities at the assigned location. This role directly oversees the sanitation crew assigned to the plant, ensuring compliance with sanitation standards, food safety regulations, and company policies. The Sanitation Supervisor works closely with plant-level sanitation leads, production supervisors, and quality teams to ensure effective and efficient cleaning practices that support safe and high-quality production.

Shift: Monday-Friday 10:00 pm - 6:30 am.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, schedule, and direct daily sanitation activities within the plant.
• Ensure all cleaning tasks follow established SOPs, Master Sanitation Schedule, and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor and document sanitation work orders, activities, and hours in EAM (Enterprise Asset Management system) and/or RedZone.
• Train sanitation team members on cleaning procedures, chemical handling, and proper documentation.
• Support plant sanitation lead in updating and improving sanitation procedures and SWIs.
• Inspect completed cleaning tasks to verify effectiveness and compliance with food safety standards.
• Address and resolve routine sanitation issues, escalating complex matters to the Production Manager.
• Communicate with USDA representatives to resolve sanitation issues in USDA regulated areas.
• Assist with onboarding and coaching of sanitation employees, providing feedback and reinforcing safe work practices.
• Maintain adequate sanitation supplies and ensure safe use of chemicals and equipment.
• Collaborate with various department supervisors to coordinate sanitation work around production schedules.
• Support plant audits by ensuring sanitation records are accurate and up to date.
• Fill in for sanitation crew when needed to ensure completion of cleaning tasks.
• Maintain plant security during sanitation shifts by monitoring doors and restricted areas.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.
• Maintain an excellent attendance record and remain flexible for work assignments to complete tasks.
• Adhere to quality and food safety responsibilities for the position.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Education

Associate's degree in related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.

Skills

• Working knowledge of sanitation methods, cleaning procedures, and equipment (conveyors, packaging machinery, etc.).
• Strong organizational and time-management skills to effectively schedule and oversee daily cleaning activities.
• Ability to train, coach, and motivate sanitation crew members.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with team members and plant leadership.
• Problem-solving skills to address sanitation challenges and recommend improvements.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and remain calm under pressure.
• Capable of lifting up to 80 lbs. unassisted.

Certificates & Licenses

• Ability to obtain forklift certification.
• Ability to obtain high reach certification.
• Ability to obtain chemical certification and become chemical certification trainer.

Work Environment

• Exposure within the plant and warehouse environment.
• Fast-paced environment that requires organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Flexibility to perform at levels to meet peak demands in periods of high volume and activity.

Equal Opportunity

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.