Sanitation Manager

Agropur•Lake Norden, SD

1d•Onsite

About The Position

People are at the heart of everything we do. We believe in working together, speaking honestly, taking ownership, and creating value in everything we deliver. Our culture is built on collaboration, accountability, and a shared commitment to growing stronger together. Joining the team means being part of an environment where people support each other and take pride in making a real impact. At Agropur, every role exists to deliver concrete results. What matters is real impact, not the volume of activity. An environment that allows you to focus on what truly matters: Salary range 005: $84,200-$105,200 (Salary will be determined based on skills, education, training & experience related to the position.) Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 8am-5pm with flexibility needed for operational needs Competitive and comprehensive compensation and benefits package focusing on your physical, financial, and emotional health to include the following perks as well as the standard benefit offerings: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short and Long-term Disability Insurance 401(k) with 7% company contributions 3 weeks Paid Time Off Paid holidays and 2 floating holidays Paid parental leave Advancement Opportunities

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Food Science, Microbiology, Biological Science or related field required. Equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be considered
Minimum five (5) years leading and managing teams within the food manufacturing industry required.
Food facility sanitation technical knowledge.
Experience in a food industry plant environment with an understanding of manufacturing processes.
Understanding of Sanitary Design for food manufacturing equipment.
Tactical knowledge and application of food safety principles (ex. Regulatory, PCQI, HACCP, SQF, GMPs, food microbiology).
Ability to work effectively, lead by example and coach others within a team-based high performing organization.
Maintain updated knowledge and understanding of federal and state laws, regulations, procedures, and standards.

Responsibilities

The Sanitation Manager is responsible for leadership, development, and continuous improvement of the site Sanitation Program.
The Sanitation Manager is responsible for all aspects of the program and people management with accountability for the Safety, Quality, Delivery, Engagement, Training and Performance of the sanitation team.
The Manager will ensure that all food safety and quality requirements are met according to site food safety plan, Corporate Sanitation policies and regulatory requirements.
As the site sanitation technical expert, the Manager will provide training, development and technical support for site employees, and will work with direct reports to maximize department efficiency and drive continuous improvement.
Oversee the scheduling and coordination of all Master Sanitation Schedule activities in the facility including SSOP and SSW development and validation.
Select, develop, and supervise a department of hourly Sanitation Specialists.
Develop individual development and training plans for team members.
Work with direct reports to maximize department efficiency and drive continuous improvement.
Collaborate with cross functional teams from Corporate Quality, Operations, Supply Chain, Engineering, and Maintenance' representing the Sanitation department and providing technical input.
Oversee waste management, environmental monitoring programs, monitor programs closely for compliance and develop actions for continuous improvement.
Primary responsibility for the pest control program, waste management program, utility chemicals, and supporting QA/QC on the environmental monitoring program at the site.
Keep abreast of new technologies and practices in sanitation for its site.