Technical Sanitation Specialist

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in New York.

📋 Description

• Assist in Sanitation Programs at Fluid, Cultured, and Ice Cream facilities, necessitating around 70% travel across New York State and New England.

• Offer technical leadership and direction to Operations Quality, R&D, and manufacturing sites concerning sanitation, pathogen/environmental control, integrated pest management, new equipment design, installation, construction, and other food safety or quality initiatives associated with sanitation processes.

• Aid in the creation and execution of strategic sanitation programs, policies, plans, and processes to align with Hood standards and fulfill Food Safety requirements.

• Support troubleshooting of quality issues and conduct root cause analysis.

• Implement cleaning best practices to manage allergens and microbial control.

• Develop plant-specific Standard Operating Procedures (SSOPs) for equipment and processes.

• Ensure that SSOP forms and records are up-to-date and accurately completed.

• Report significant issues or developments discovered during plant visits and offer recommendations to management.

• Compile and present technical and program information to team members and management.

• Supervise technical and administrative staff involved in sanitation tasks.

• Maintain an up-to-date understanding of government and industry codes and standards.

• Provide education and technical assistance regarding corporate sanitation and food safety policies.

⛳️ Requirements

• A minimum of 5 years of Quality Assurance experience in both corporate and plant environments.

• A four-year degree is preferred, ideally a BS or BA in Food Science, Dairy Science, Biology, or Chemistry.

• Extensive technical knowledge in dairy.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Strong presentation skills, both in written form and delivery.

• Effective interpersonal skills with a focus on customer service (both internal and external).

• Proficient in computer skills (MS Office, BPCS, Formula System).

• Experience with regulatory, third-party, and customer audits.

• Proven ability to successfully tackle environmental sanitation challenges throughout the plant.

• Comprehensive knowledge and experience with various sanitizing applications.

• Certification or license as a Preventive Controls Qualified Individual (PCQI) or achieving PCQI certification within 6 months of hire is required.

• General knowledge of food and environmental microbiological testing and preventative measures, including sanitary design and automated sanitation efficiency is essential.

🏝️ Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision coverage.

• Wellness programs.

• Employee discounts.

• Retirement plans.

• Tuition reimbursement.

• Ongoing development opportunities.

• Opportunities for advancement.