About this role
*Please note this is a 3rd shift role the schedule is Mon-Fri 7pm-5am*
The Sanitation Supervisor is responsible for overseeing and coordinating all sanitation activities within the facility to ensure compliance with food safety, quality, and regulatory standards. This role leads a team of sanitation personnel, manages cleaning schedules, and supports continuous improvement in hygiene practices across production areas.
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Supervise daily sanitation operations including cleaning of equipment, production areas, and facility infrastructure.
- Conduct routine inspections for sanitation deficiencies, structural and equipment damage, and report findings to the Food Safety Manager .
- Monitor and verify chemical concentration checks and titrations; correct deviations as needed.
- Oversee allergen washdowns, post-USDA sampling cleaning, and sterilization of processing environments.
- Maintain sanitation equipment and manage inventory of cleaning supplies and PPE.
- Must assist on the floor when team support is required .
- On Saturdays when the department is operating , supervisors are required to be available to respond, provide assistance , and coordinate as needed
- Supervisors are responsible for providing floor support when operational needs arise.
- Train and mentor sanitation staff on cleaning procedures, safety protocols, and GMP compliance.
- Ensure documentation of sanitation activities, including master sanitation schedules and audit readiness records.
- Support third-party audits and internal quality assurance programs.
- Collaborate with QA, Maintenance, and Production teams to resolve sanitation-related issues and implement corrective actions.
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Strong leadership and team coordination skills.
- Knowledge of sanitation chemicals, equipment, and food safety regulations (e.g., USDA, HACCP, SQF).
- Ability to read and interpret SDS, sanitation logs, and audit documentation.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and sanitation tracking systems.
- Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends as needed.
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Strong leadership and team coordination skills.
- Knowledge of sanitation chemicals, equipment, and food safety regulations (e.g., USDA, HACCP, SQF).
- Ability to read and interpret SDS, sanitation logs, and audit documentation.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and sanitation tracking systems.
- Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends as needed.
Education and Experience:
- High school diploma or GED required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Microbiology, or related field preferred.
- 3–5 years of experience in food manufacturing sanitation, with at least 1 year in a supervisory role.
- HACCP certification or equivalent preferred.
Working Conditions:
- On-site role in a food production environment with exposure to wet, cold, and noisy conditions.
- Must be able to stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 50 lbs for extended periods.
- Use of PPE required (e.g., gloves, goggles, boots).
- May require working in confined spaces and handling sanitation chemicals.
salary includes 3rd shift differential