Sanitation Supervisor
Why Byrne
At Byrne, we foster a culture built on teamwork, excellence, and professionalism. Our greatest strength lies in the exceptional talent and dedication of our team members across every part of the organization. We value their contributions and ensure they’re recognized, rewarded, and compensated in ways that reflect their impact and expertise.
Pay and Benefits
- Hourly Range – $33.50 - $40.75 per hour
- Competitive bonus programs
- Medical, Dental, Vision benefits available day 1 of employment
- Supplemental benefits available on day 30 of employment
- Eligible for 401 (k) with a company match available on day 90 of employment
- Educational Support via tuition reimbursement and scholarship program
Work Shift and Location
3156 Byrne Hollow Crossing Cortland, NY 13045
Monday - Friday 8am-430pm. This will vary based upon business needs and can/will include off shift hours and weekends as needed.
Job Overview
The Sanitation Supervisor plays a key role in executing assigned Sanitation tasks. This includes ensuring the highest standards of cleanliness, safety, and compliance within our facilities.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct regular sanitation audits, identify areas needing corrective actions, and collaborate with relevant personnel to implement necessary improvements.
- Maintain and audit cleanliness across all processes, ensuring adherence to sanitation standards.
- Monitor the Sanitation PM program for process equipment, adjusting schedules to align with quality goals and prudent costs.
- Work closely with corporate sanitarians to ensure compliance with corporate sanitation requirements and regulatory statutes.
- Proactively identify and solve potential or existing problems that might affect process operations, communicating effectively with plant leadership.
- Manage sanitation chemical and equipment inventory and accurately record specified information on relevant documents.
- Assign and oversee sanitation tasks for production, processing, and maintenance personnel, conducting performance evaluations, providing feedback, and recommending adjustments or disciplinary actions as needed.
- Continuously provide recommendations for enhancing operational efficiency and cleanliness standards.
- Ensure that assigned areas comply with sanitation regulations and maintain a safe work environment, reporting any process or equipment issues promptly.
- Promote excellent customer service within the sanitation operations, fostering a positive working environment.
- Maintain an "open door" policy for all employees to facilitate open communication between direct reports and management staff.
- Compliant with all legal requirements concerning dairy processing and safety on their assigned shift and reports concerning their supervisor/lead.
- Works in a safe manner and reports safety concerns promptly to their supervisor/lead and takes corrective actions as necessary to ensure a safe environment.
- Responsible for reporting food safety problems and initiating action and for supporting SQF by maintaining food safety and food quality.
- Ensures work areas are sanitary and strictly adheres to sanitation practices.
- Communicates effectively between shifts and other departments.
Min. Qualifications
- Associates in Business Administration or science related field preferred or equivalent related experience.
- 2+years managing a Production/Quality function or related experience required.
Byrne
Headquartered in LaFayette, Byrne is a Central New York-based dairy company with a legacy spanning over 90 years. Its operations include an extended shelf-life (ESL) and ultra-high temperature (UHT) pasteurization plant in DeWitt, as well as an ESL manufacturing facility in Cortlandville. Byrne also maintains warehouse facilities in Syracuse and East Syracuse, along with a dedicated ice cream center in Syracuse. As a recognized industry leader, Byrne continues to drive innovation at the forefront of dairy processing and product development.