Housekeeping Supervisor (Abeokuta)

The housekeeping supervisor plays a vital role in maintaining operational excellence at the production facility by upholding stringent hygiene and sanitation standards. This position is crucial in ensuring that all areas of the facility, including high-traffic production zones, sensitive hygiene areas, employee spaces, administrative offices, and external premises, meet or surpass rigorous cleanliness and safety benchmarks. The supervisor is responsible for meticulously planning, coordinating, and overseeing all sanitation activities, while ensuring compliance with regulatory food safety guidelines and company policies.


Responsibilities and Duties

Hygiene and Sanitation Standards


Ensure adherence to local and international food safety and hygiene standards, such as HACCP, GMP, and FSMA.
Implement and monitor rigorous sanitation protocols for all production and non-production areas.
Perform regular inspections to verify that equipment, surfaces, and floors are cleaned and sanitized according to plant requirements.
Supervise the cleaning of high-risk areas, including production floors, raw material storage, packaging zones, and processing equipment.


Team Management


Train and supervise housekeeping staff, ensuring their understanding and adherence to plant sanitation procedures.
Create and maintain a cleaning schedule for daily, weekly, and periodic cleaning tasks.
Delegate tasks and assess the performance of housekeeping staff, offering feedback and additional training when necessary.
Foster a positive and professional work environment, promoting teamwork and efficiency among staff members.


Cleaning and Sanitation Supplies Management


Monitor inventory levels of cleaning chemicals, tools, and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), ensuring timely procurement.
Choose and approve cleaning agents and disinfectants in line with food safety regulations.
Ensure proper labeling, storage, and usage of cleaning chemicals, minimizing waste and risks to employee safety.


Regulatory Compliance and Documentation


Maintain comprehensive cleaning logs and records for all housekeeping activities, ensuring they are current and audit-ready.
Work alongside the Quality Assurance team to address any sanitation-related issues identified during inspections or audits.
Take part in internal and external food safety audits, demonstrating compliance with hygiene protocols.


Health and Safety


Ensure the housekeeping team follows the plant's safety policies and procedures, including the use of PPE and safe handling of chemicals.
Conduct safety briefings and training for housekeeping staff to reduce accidents and injuries.
Investigate and resolve any hygiene-related incidents promptly, implementing corrective measures to prevent recurrence.


Continuous Improvement


Identify opportunities to enhance sanitation practices and suggest process improvements.
Stay informed about industry trends and innovations in cleaning methods, tools, and products.
Collaborate with other departments to implement cross-functional hygiene initiatives.


Essential Skills and Competencies


Attention to Detail: Ability to proactively identify and address cleanliness and sanitation issues.
Leadership: Strong capability to lead, motivate, and manage a diverse team of housekeeping staff.
Communication Skills: Effective verbal and written communication skills for team coordination and report preparation.
Technical Knowledge: Familiarity with food safety standards, cleaning chemicals, and sanitation equipment.
Problem-Solving: Capability to resolve sanitation challenges and develop preventative measures.


Qualifications and Experience


Bachelor's degree in Food Science and Technology, Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Science, Microbiology, or a related field.
Minimum of 2-5 years of supervisory experience in housekeeping, preferably in a food processing environment.
In-depth understanding of hygiene standards such as HACCP, GMP, and ISO 22000.
Experience in managing cleaning equipment and sanitation chemicals.
Proficiency in using cleaning scheduling software or tools is beneficial.



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