Rafiu Adebayo

Highly accomplished Sanitation Manager with over 10 years of progressive experience in developing and implementing comprehensive sanitation programs within food manufacturing environments. Proven ability to lead teams, conduct risk-based audits, develop SSOPs, and ensure compliance with food safety regulations and SQF standards. Adapt at driving continuous improvement, managing sanitation performance metrics, and fostering a culture of food safety excellence.

Eager to leverage my expertise in sanitation strategy and team leadership.

Corporate Sanitation Manager at TBM Service Group (2021-07 – Present)

• Developed Standard Sanitation Operating Procedures (SSOPs), trained the sanitation team, and established safety objectives.
• Participated in audits, conducted facility inspections, and coordinated pre-operational inspections with QC Management.
• Contributed to the development and implementation of a strategic sanitation program, including policies, plans, and processes to meet company standards and ensure food safety compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Maintained a safe work environment by rigorously implementing the Injury Illness Prevention Programs (IIPP), consistently promoting safety awareness for chemical handling and equipment operation through Lockout/Tagout training.
• Oversaw the sanitation employees' training work plan.
• Ensured the timely completion of the cleaning schedule.
• Monitored and managed various accounts to verify the achievement of sanitation targets and key performance indicators (KPIs).

Sanitation Manager at EDSS Sanitation Solution (Plat du Chef Canada) (2017-03 – 2021-07)

• Conducted risk-based sanitation audits to identify deficiencies and opportunities for enhancement, ensuring food safety and adherence to regulatory requirements, company policies, and customer expectations.
• Managed safety and sanitation systems, evaluating performance and providing regular reports.
• Ensured comprehensive training for the sanitation team on safe chemical handling, electrical safety, proper use of power pressure washers, noise hazards, and other job-related risks, utilizing Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) as a standard.
• Investigated and determined the root causes of SSOP deviations.
• Defined and ensured the execution of corrective action plans.
• Drove continuous improvement and fostered total employee involvement by delivering training sessions on safety, chemical usage, and sanitation procedures.
• Enforced GMPs and implemented HACCP processes and procedures.
• Administered the Master Sanitation Schedule.
• Attended operational kick-off meetings, pre-job briefings, planning sessions, and steering committee meetings as required for sanitation-related matters.

Safety and Sanitation Supervisor at QP Services INC (2015-10 – 2017-03)

• Orchestrated sanitation orientations for employees and subcontractors, and performed job site inspections.
• Developed and executed cleaning standards, including procedures, policies, checklists, and visual aids, in compliance with company standards.
• Reviewed SSOPs and actively participated in sanitation audits.
• Monitored employees and subcontractors on-site for adherence to safety procedures, sanitation regulatory requirements, GMPs, and management system elements.
• Conducted post-sanitation visual inspections, identified deviations, and ensured timely closure of action items.
• Verified contractor compliance with food safety regulations by overseeing cleaning processes in accordance with SSOPs.
• Ensured all electrical equipment were protected with tarps or plastic bags to prevent water damage.

Health and Safety Superintendent at Saipem Nigeria Limited (2008-04 – 2015-09)

• Managed the project HSE Monitoring Plan effectively, focusing on Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) aligned with client contractual requirements.
• Prepared daily, weekly, and monthly reports in accordance with the HSE Management Plan, reporting directly to the Project HSE Manager.
• Conducted job risk assessments and initiated training for corrective actions.
• Ensured continuous hazard identification and reporting, as well as accident reporting and investigation.
• Supervised and monitored safety officers on site.

B.Sc. in Business Administration – Olabisi Onabanjo University