Sanitation Supervisor – Food Manufacturing
A growing food production facility is looking for an experienced Sanitation Supervisor to lead day‑to‑day sanitation activities across the plant. This role plays a key part in maintaining a safe, hygienic, and audit‑ready environment while guiding a team in a high‑volume manufacturing setting. The ideal candidate is a hands‑on leader who understands food safety programs, sanitation methods, and regulatory expectations. Must have experience with wet food manufacturing.
What You’ll Do
- Plan and execute daily, weekly, and periodic sanitation tasks, including upkeep of the Master Cleaning Schedule.
- Ensure all cleaning procedures, SSOPs, and internal sanitation practices meet regulatory and plant requirements.
- Direct sanitation staff during the shift—providing coaching, training, and ongoing performance support.
- Maintain compliance with food safety and safety standards such as GMP, HACCP, SQF, OSHA, and other applicable guidelines.
- Oversee cleaning of equipment, floors, drains, and food contact surfaces, including CIP/COP systems.
- Manage sanitation chemicals, usage logs, and employee chemical‑handling training.
- Support programs related to pest management, glass and brittle plastics, and facility color‑coding.
- Maintain accurate documentation, complete sanitation records, and ensure work orders are properly closed.
- Assist with preparation and walkthroughs for internal and external audits.
- Promote a strong culture of cleanliness, food safety, and employee safety throughout the plant.
- Conduct equipment and safety training, including PIT/forklift and LOTO.
- Identify and implement opportunities to enhance sanitation efficiency and overall plant hygiene.
- Perform other duties as required.
Leadership Responsibilities
- Supervise, schedule, and develop members of the sanitation team.
- Participate in hiring, onboarding, and ongoing training of sanitation personnel.
- Set expectations, provide regular feedback, and support employee growth.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives aimed at boosting sanitation performance and plant reliability.
What We’re Looking For
- Associate’s degree in Food Science or a related area preferred.
- 2–5 years of sanitation leadership experience in a food or beverage manufacturing environment.
- Strong understanding of GMP, HACCP, SQF, and general regulatory compliance.
- Experience with CIP/COP systems and chemical handling procedures.
- Proficient in creating and training on sanitation processes and procedures.
- Comfortable working in a physical production environment.
- Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office and standard computer applications.
What’s Offered
- Full‑time, direct‑hire role
- Health, dental, and life insurance benefits
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