Sevillo Sanitation Manager - 3rd Shift - West Jordan, UT

Woodland Foods•West Jordan, UT

14h•Onsite

About The Position

The Sanitation Manager is responsible for planning, directing, and verifying sanitation operations in an SQF certified food manufacturing facility. This role holds primary accountability for sanitation performance, food safety compliance, audit readiness, and employee safety. The position requires independent judgment, leadership, and consistent presence on the production floor. Bilingual communication in English and Spanish is required or strongly preferred based on workforce needs.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required
3 to 4 years of sanitation leadership experience in food manufacturing required
Experience in SQF or GFSI certified facilities
Strong knowledge of sanitation systems, chemical safety, and food safety programs
Experience managing multi-shift teams
Bilingual English and Spanish preferred or required based on workforce needs
Proficient in Microsoft Office and basic computer systems
Strong communication and organizational skills
Sound judgment and decision-making ability
Ability to prioritize and manage competing demands
Strong attention to detail
Ability to lead teams effectively
Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays as business needs require
Ability to stand, walk, bend, lift up to 55 pounds, and work in confined spaces
Ability to work in wet, hot, cold, noisy, and chemical-exposed environments
Required use of personal protective equipment based on task and area

Responsibilities

Direct and oversee sanitation operations for production lines, equipment, and facility areas
Own sanitation programs supporting SQF certification and regulatory compliance
Establish and manage sanitation schedules aligned with production requirements
Ensure compliance with SQF Code, FDA, GMPs, SOPs, SSOPs, and HACCP
Review and approve pre-operational inspections and corrective actions
Lead, coach, and evaluate sanitation supervisors and team members
Communicate expectations, training, and corrective feedback clearly
Ensure proper chemical use, storage, and safety controls
Enforce food safety and employee safety programs including PPE and lockout tagout
Partner with Quality and Maintenance to resolve sanitation and equipment issues
Review sanitation data including environmental monitoring and ATP results
Investigate sanitation failures and approve corrective actions
Ensure sanitation records and documentation are complete and accurate
Manage sanitation staffing, labor planning, supplies, and chemical inventory
Drive continuous improvement in sanitation effectiveness and efficiency
Exercise independent judgment in daily sanitation decisions
Hold supervisors and employees accountable to written standards
Address performance and conduct issues in a timely manner
Maintain visibility and leadership presence during sanitation operations
Model food safety and safe work practices at all times