Sanitation Supervisor

The Marzetti Company•Vineland, NJ

62d•Onsite

About The Position

The Marzetti Company is seeking a Sanitation Supervisor to lead sanitation efforts across all bakery operations, ensuring the facility meets high standards of hygiene, food safety, and regulatory compliance. This role involves leading, coaching, and developing a team of sanitation associates, and collaborating with Operations, QA, and Maintenance to maintain audit and production readiness. It is a hands-on leadership position with a direct impact on customer safety, brand protection, and plant performance. Bilingual (English/Spanish) is strongly preferred for effective communication and training.

Requirements

A high school diploma or GED is required
Requires 2–4 years of supervisory experience in sanitation within a food manufacturing setting.
Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, operating and maintenance instructions, and governmental regulations.
Ability to effectively present information to and respond to questions from employees, managers, and clients.
Knowledge of Word, Excel, and Outlook is required.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively – verbally & written – and work well with Team Members and Management
Ability to read & interpret written & verbal direction while working in a safe, effective & productive manner within a fast-paced environment.
Willing to work all shifts as needed.

Nice To Haves

An associate degree is preferred.
Knowledge in BRC preferred.
Bilingual (English/Spanish) is preferred.
Basic mechanical aptitude and good math skills are helpful.
Prior forklift, lift and CIP experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Work Safely, Communicate, Communicate, Communicate, Respect Each Other, Be Positive -You Can Make It Happen, Act with Integrity, Be Accountable – stand behind what you do.
Work respectfully with all team members to ensure the Safety, Quality, production and support of our products and goals daily.
Practice integrity, respect, accountability, continuous improvement and positive interactions with all Team Members and visitors.
Actively participate in Marzetti Operational Excellence, special projects or tasks, and modification programs as needed with prior approval.
Actively participate in department/shift/team meetings and be involved with improvement/resolutions & follow-up.
Coordinate with Department Managers/Supervisors to ensure a trouble-free shift start-up/shutdown.
Maintain highest standard of Safety for all functions on an ongoing basis and ensure compliance for self and others to OSHA standards, company policies and procedures.
Perform daily inspection of all PPE required including but not limited to SLIP-RESISTANT/STEEL-TOED SHOES, hairnet, and beard net (in necessary) to ensure good overall condition of items that provide optimal personal safety & protection while working in the facility.
Successfully acquire and maintain Lock Out-Tag Out Certification for machine and safely perform all functions in accordance with OSHA and company requirements and standards.
Perform daily inspection of power equipment with proper documentation. In accordance with OSHA standards, company policies and procedures.
Complete Behavior Based Safety Observations (BBSO), correct issues when identified, and participate in problem solving.
Complete Behavior Based Quality observations (BBQs), correct issues when identified and participate in problem solving.
Ensure compliance with quality, food safety / HACCP, FSMA, Food Defense, 5S, OSHA and other support programs; assure conformity to all company, customer and government standards.
Communicate any concerns related to product safety, integrity, quality and legality to management or to the confidential hotline if the need for anonymity is necessary.
Maintain a close relationship with QA and respond to deviations from standards immediately.
Support General Plant Safety, Food Safety, Food Defence Initiatives and Good Manufacturing Practices with an understanding that these are absolutes and are Priority #1.
Provide leadership and guidance in directing efforts to improve, maintain and validate safety and sanitation practices and procedures.
Assist with the prevention of chemical, physical, and biological hazards at the facility.
Provide technical guidance to management and employees regarding the correct use of protective clothing or accessories.
Follow all company Color Code procedures.
Coordinate shift activities through planning and communication with employees to ensure all sanitation objectives are accomplished.
Responsible for following all Lock Out / Tag Out procedures for machines as well as insuring all employees are following procedure.
Help increase employee morale by coaching in a positive manner.
Successfully understand and operate the CIP system.
Facilitate training for employees on issues related to sanitation.
Perform routine plant audits and sanitation inspection of equipment and recommend maintenance/repair needs for correction to comply with sanitation practices in accordance with State and federal sanitation laws, and plant standards.
Continuously verify/validate sanitation effectiveness and propose better ways to clean/sanitize, maximizing results and minimizing cost.
Anticipate sanitation needs based on Production schedules and coordinate personnel needs and tasks based on available cleaning time.
Update sanitation procedures and practices (SSOP) per company policies and recommend adjustments to schedules, procedures, and sanitation practices to QA Manager for review.
Provide monthly training to sanitation employees on specific sanitation job tasks, tools, and proper chemical usage.
Compile required reports regarding inspections, sanitation violations, and corrective actions.
Responsible for overseeing the maintenance and hygiene of all sanitation equipment.
Responsible for performing weekly inventory on sanitation supplies and for securing and assigning supplies as required.
Assist in the preparation of the facility in advance of company visits and audits.
Responsible for follow-up pest control observation and making an internal pest control walkthrough and keeping records.
Work to maintain and improve the quality, legality, and safety of each product and the processes used in their manufacture.
Responsible for always keeping assigned work area clean and tidy and report any potential contamination and suspicious activity to a member of Management immediately.
Supervise up to 12 sanitation employees. Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
Regular Attendance is required in accordance with Company attendance policy and procedures.
Perform other duties/responsibilities as assigned.
Complete initial/annual training to ensure the individual is properly qualified (QI) to perform all required job tasks as outlined in training programs/records.