Sanitation Team Leader

Summary

Reporting to the Sanitation Leader and Shift Leader, the Team Leader - Sanitation is responsible for the sanitation and organization of all equipment, machinery and utensils used in the production process as well as the cleanliness of the plant and external premises while providing hands-on leadership.

Pay Rate:

$28.15 per hour

- $1/hour night premium
- $2/hour weekend premium
- Earn more with consistent overtime availability

Shift:

Days, Afternoons, Nights. Weekends required.

Locations:

Currently hiring for Woodbridge, North York, Pickering

What FGF Offers:

- FGF believes in Home Grown Talent, accelerated career growth with leadership training. Unleashing Your Potential
- Competitive Compensation, Health Benefits, & a generous versatile medical / Health spending account
- RRSP matching program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Discount program that covers almost everything under the sun - Restaurants, gyms, shopping etc.

Primary Responsibilities

- Conducts pre-shift huddles and provides feedback for Team Members
- Lead by example and able to provide hands on training to Team members
- Able to run and monitor CIP system
- Coordinates all sanitation activities to accomplish sanitation practices according to Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures (SSOP’s)
- Maintains daily, weekly, and monthly sanitation records.
- Able to send shift reports through email, communicate on MS Teams, work chats etc.
- Responsible for “Verification” of completion and quality of cleaning tasks by Team Members while providing immediate feedback
- Leads sanitation personnel onsite and ensuring daily requirements/procedures are carried out
- Collects regular water samples, check PH levels and maintain accurate records




- Performs all job responsibilities under the strictest guidelines of the BRC food safety standards
- Ensures all chemicals used in the cleaning process are mixed with a proper solution according to the suppliers’ specifications
- Ensures Health & Safety and Food Safety principles are followed and adhered to
- Actively participate in internal and external audits
- Locks out, dismantles, cleans and sanitizes production equipment in accordance to standard operating procedures
- Maintains sanitation chemical inventory and can perform chemical titration
- Supports and prioritizes corrective actions that are raised by the JHSC following their monthly audits
- Trouble shoot issues arising from day-to-day sanitation activities
- Trains new Team Members through low, medium and high-risk category tasks

Required Experience

- Minimum 1-2 years of experience working in a sanitation environment (food/bakery experience is desirable)
- Prior leadership experience in Sanitation
- Previous experience in a sanitation environment using chemicals approved for CFIA is an asset
- Accuracy and attention to detail and the ability to detect the presence of a sanitation issue
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Good communication skills and physically capable of performing the demands of the role
- Scissor Lift license is an asset
- Familiar with internal and external inspections
- Strong attention to detail




- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
- Detailed knowledge of cleaning chemicals, safety and Food safety protocols
- Flexible to workdays, afternoons, nights & weekends if needed
- Must be a self-starter and can think on their feet and able to follow through and finish planned or unplanned sanitation activities
- Working knowledge about food safety and food defense is an asset
- Able to work between 8-12 hours shift with some exceptions

Disclaimer: The above describes the general responsibilities, required knowledge and skills. Please keep in mind that other duties may be added or this description may be amended at any time.

In compliance with Ontario’s Bill 190, we confirm that this posting represents a current, existing vacancy within our organization.

FGF Brands may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools as part of our recruitment and selection process. These tools may assist in screening, assessing, or selecting applicants. AI tools are used to support our recruitment process, with final hiring decisions made by our recruitment and hiring teams.

FGF Brands is committed to providing an accessible recruitment process. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process. If you require an accommodation, please let our recruitment team know, and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $28.15 per hour

Benefits:

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision care
- Wellness program

Work Location: In person

📌 Sanitation Team Leader (Woodbridge)
🏢 fgf brands
📍 Woodbridge