Sanitation Manager Food Safety
Resume:
Christopher Wilson
Fayetteville, NC
************@*****.***
Willing to relocate: Anywhere
Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Work Experience
Corporate Sanitation Manager
John Soules Foods-Gainesville, GA
November 2022 to Present
• Oversee sanitation operations at all assigned plants and determine the need for improvements in overall performance
• Lead initiatives to establish sanitation standards across all assigned plants
• Maintain strong relationships with chemical vendors and suppliers
• Drive and develop new sanitation training initiatives and Sanitation Standard Operational Procedures
(SSOP)
• Responsible for overall adherence to safety programs and policies
• Support plant objectives by reporting to the Head of Sanitation Operations on important records and reports pertaining to sanitation and safety at assigned plants
• Ensure overall optimization of chemical usage by overseeing reporting and inventory performed by the Chemical Vendor and the Sanitation Manager on usage
• Responsible for corrective actions when employees are noncompliant to GMPs, safety, cleanliness, and sanitation
• Facilitate the development and leadership of the Sanitation Manager at each assigned plan
• Drives thought leadership & process across sanitation and safety operational organization
• Other duties as assigned
Sanitation Manager
Tyson Foods Incorporated
April 2022 to November 2022
Lead the sanitation team and supported sanitation excellence throughout the plant. Directed and managed the sanitation management team ensuring the cleaning of the plant production equipment and facility to meet food safety requirements as required by FSQA, USDA/FDA regulations and meet customer quality and safety standards.
Ensured team members followed company policies and procedures. Ensured sanitation quality and department efficiencies were maintained at or above standards. Supported the commitment and continual improvement to Food Safety and Quality programs. Proficiency in problem solving, investigations and root cause analysis as it related to sanitation and identification of related issues with the processing facility. Demonstrated proficiency in leadership, problem solving, and the ability to influence others to be successful.
Applied principles of food safety, microbiology, sanitary operation principles, sanitary equipment design, HACCP, root cause analysis, risk assessment, issues management, regulatory compliance, and quality control.
Sanitation Manager
Campbell Snacks-Columbus, GA
July 2020 to November 2022
Responsible for the sanitation department's chemical usage and training. Maintain training and safety certifications required by Snyder's-Lance and/or by state or other governmental bodies. Building the team by developing hourly sanitation associates and sanitation supervisor. Provide appropriate leadership to ensure compliance with industry and internal food safety / sanitation standards, as well as FDA, and/or other state and local Food Safety regulatory agencies. Monitor the facility's custodial and waste removal service. Manages responsibilities across multiple shifts. Responsible for ordering cleaning supplies and chemicals. Maintaining a cost effective Sanitation budget. Inspects equipment for conformity to federal and state sanitation laws and plant standards. Partners with production personnel in developing sanitary procedures, training, and auditing tools. Directs cleaning of equipment, facilities, and all work areas in conjunction with other departments. Manages the internal sanitation audit program. Confers with management and production personnel on sanitation issues and Food Safety; recommends changes in equipment, plant layout, lighting, ventilation, or work practices to improve sanitation standards and purity of product. Compiles required reports regarding regular inspections, sanitation violations, and steps taken to resolve deficiencies. Studies production schedules and estimates hours required by associate to complete job assignment. Reviews company policies with associates and enforces safety regulations. Works with production, maintenance, and other departments to assure that Snyder's-Lance meets the appropriate sanitation and Food Safety requirements while assuring the most efficient work flow and the lowest cost. Analyzes and resolves work problems or assists associates in solving work problems. Partners with and helps other managers to coordinate activities of all departments. Documents Pre-Start up conditions and follow though actions. Coaches associates on job performance, expectations and safety issues. Works closely with the Quality Assurance Manager. Carries out managerial responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training sanitation personnel. Area Sanitation Manager
Ameri- Kleen-Smyrna, TN
December 2019 to July 2020
• Working as an Area Sanitation manager in the food processing industry
• Job duties include:
• Maintaining business relationships as a contracting cleaning company
• Supervising and coordinating all sanitation activities with assigned Supervisors
• Scheduling, train, coaching, counseling all assigned supervisory staff
• Conduct staff performance reviews
• Motivating, encouraging and disciplining staff to reach their maximum potential
• Responsible for sanitation metrics, standards, budget
• Coordinating sanitation activities with production, maintenance, and quality control management
• Adhering to developed cleaning methods and procedures designed to eliminate operating problems and improve sanitation efficiency
• Ensuring documentation completion, review and compile assuring audit readiness at all times
• Follow Lock Out/Tag Out and HAZCOM programs
• Following equipment ATP testing, data interpretation and corrective action as needed
• Oversee the chemistry and resource management at two assigned locations
• Carrying out management responsibilities in accordance with the our best practices, policies, procedures and applicable laws
• Following and assisting in the review of the Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Safe Quality Food standards (SQF), Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), and enforcement as well of all established Safety rules and practices
Production Team Leader
Conagra Brands-Sylvester, GA
April 2019 to December 2019
Overseeing an entire peanut butter production operation in a fast paced manufacturing plant. Responsibilities include: Creating an inspiring team environment with an open communication culture. Setting clear team goals, delegating tasks and setting deadlines Overseeing day-to-day operation.
Monitoring team performance and report on metrics, through SAP and LEDS performance system. Motivating team members discovering training needs and providing coaching. Listening to team members' feedback and resolving any issues or conflict Recognizing high performance and rewarding accomplishments Encouraging creativity and risk-taking
Suggesting and organizing team building activities. Inputting daily line efficiencies and Overall operating effectiveness
Sanitation Manager
Taylor Farms-Orlando, FL
April 2018 to January 2019
Responsible for the overall leadership and comprehensive development of the plant's food safety and sanitation program ensuring the highest levels of food safety were achieved through sanitary processes and procedures. Developed and implemented the company's SSOP and ensured compliance to company standards through leading, training and scheduling the team. Worked closely with Quality assurance personnel during pre-op inspections, and established relationships with chemical and supply vendors and trained employees on chemical handling and importance of wearing proper PPE. Responsible for hiring, training and mentoring 45+ employees in a fast paced food production plant to ensure on time start-ups.
Sanitation Manager
Panera Bread-Orlando, FL
April 2016 to April 2018
Duties include overseeing the Sanitation department in a fast paced fresh dough facility plant. Creating and implementing SSOPs, and Master Sanitation Schedule. Providing direct supervision over the Sanitation department to ensure facility comply with federal, state, and company sanitation requirements.
Responsible for all aspects of Sanitation Department including maintaining bakery equipment and facility in a clean manner and responsible for chemicals, ordering supplies, sanitation budget, employees time, pest control, swabbing and all pertinent documentation. Responsible for corrective action implementation regarding third party and regulatory audits. Develops Business Unit cross functional relationships to provide best practice alternatives Conduct formal appraisals of employee performance, including re -- training and management of disciplinary process
Provide necessary support during new product development and rollout, and startups of new equipment Provide the expertise to establish the strategy for GMP / Hygiene training in line with company policies Make suggestions/decisions regarding improved techniques for the control of plant cleanliness Manages vendor relationships with outside providers Sanitation Manager
Infinity Foods Llc-Winnsboro, SC
December 2006 to April 2016
Duties include managing a 25+ member crew in an organic food processing plant. Ensuring daily inspections/deadlines were met for the upstart of production. Managing and revising the Plants Master Sanitation Schedule. Ensuring HACCP, SSOPs OSHA and USDA guidelines and regulations were met. Ordering and maintaining chemicals and budget. Training all sanitation personnel Cut Up and DSI Supervisor
Tyson Foods Inc.-Vienna, GA
August 2005 to May 2006
Required an essential understanding and control of the production process, accurate record keeping, and general line maintenance and staffing
• Checked daily production orders to ensure fulfillment of customer orders, ensuring every position is filled before start-up of production line, overseeing job rotation in order to facilitate ergonomics, and ensuring all machinery was performed to the highest standard possible
• Ensured all workstations passed USDA Inspection, promoting safety on a daily basis as well as through monthly safety meetings, and ensured accurate shipments, rotation of inventory, and proper coding of products
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Responsible for knowing and communicating company benefits and compensation policies to Team Members, providing encouragement to Team Members in order to build the best team possible, and the critical ability to perform the human relations functions such as training, retaining, and counseling on personal and professional problems
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Lead various processing operations and working with other supervisors in solving problems, keeping records of reworked or returned product, provided continuous education on the importance of quality, and performing other responsibilities as needed
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Sanitation Director
Doanne Petcare-Orangeburg, SC
April 2003 to January 2005
Directed and coordinated the activity of employees engaged in quality control and sanitation procedures. Planned and established work schedules, assignments and sanitation sequences. Managing and revising Master Sanitation Schedule and pest control. Trained employees on sanitation safe operating procedures.
Sanitation and Production Supervisor
Gold Kist Poultry Inc-Sumter, SC
August 2001 to April 2003
Directed organization charged with administering and monitoring regulated activities to interpret and ensure compliance. Oversaw 100+ employees in day to day operations for the cut up department. Developed, planned, organized department to ensure operational objectives were met in a fast paced 3000+ employee poultry processing plant. Provided direction, leadership, development and support to employees
US Army
Army Active Duty Military-Fort Cavazos, TX
June 1997 to June 2001
• Personnel Management: Participate in occupational classification and management of manpower resources .
• Administrative Supervision: Supervise small personnel offices, specific personnel functions, and Battalion S1 and personnel services support activities .
• Information Systems Management: Oversee the employment, operation, management, and unit-level maintenance of multi-functional/multi-user information processing systems .
• Training and Development: Provide guidance on Non-Commissioned Officer Education System (NCOES) and Non-Commissioned Officer Development Program (NCODP) .
• Communication and Counseling: Offer counsel and guidance to enlisted soldiers, and provide advice to commanders on personnel administration activities .
• Record-Keeping and Reporting: Prepare and maintain officer and enlisted personnel records, and review consolidated reports and statistics .
• Strength Management: Evaluate personnel qualifications for special assignments and monitor unit strength levels .
• Awards and Decorations: Process recommendations for awards and decorations .
• Separation and Retirement: Process personnel for separation and retirement
• Human Resources: Managing personnel actions, awards, evaluations, promotions, and military pay .
• Leadership: Supervising and mentoring junior soldiers .
• Communication: Preparing and reviewing correspondence, reports, and briefings .
• Training: Developing and conducting training programs . Education
BS in Biology
Morris College - Sumter, SC
August 2001 to May 2004
Skills
• Supervising experience
• Customer relationship management
• Manufacturing
• Microsoft Outlook
• CGMP
• Customer service
• Team management
• Haccp (10+ years)
• Leadership
• SAP
• Sanitation (10+ years)
• Recruiting
• HACCP
• Google Docs
• Restaurant experience
• Microsoft Office and Excel (10+ years)
• Product Development
• Management
• Budgeting
• Presentation skills
• Training & development
• Communication skills
• Mentoring
• Food production
• Quality assurance
• Clean
• Microsoft Excel
• Data analysis skills
• Order fulfillment
• Financial auditing
• Cleaning
• Food Production (10+ years)
• Quality control
• GFSI
• Product development
• Root cause analysis
• Interviewing
• Pest Control
• Food Processing
Certifications and Licenses
OSHA 30
ServSafe
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