Sanitation Supervisor
About The Position
The Sanitation Supervisor leads the team responsible for keeping production areas, the warehouse, offices, and equipment clean, sanitized, and ready for safe food production. The role plans and directs sanitation activities, partners with Operations and Quality Assurance, and ensures areas meet company and USDA standards before being released back to production. This position is central to food safety and protecting customers. The ideal candidate is a hands-on, safety-first leader who coaches respectfully, maintains high standards for detail and documentation, and remains steady in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities.
Requirements
- High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
- 2–3 years of experience in a food warehouse or fresh food manufacturing environment, including at least 1 year applying HACCP and enforcing GMPs.
- Working knowledge of food safety, USDA, GMP, OSHA, and sanitation requirements, including foodborne illness and contamination risks.
- Proven ability to lead and motivate a diverse team, with strong verbal communication and the ability to build working relationships at all levels.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, with strong organizational and analytical skills.
- Ability to work in a cold, damp environment, stand for extended periods, and lift up to 50 lbs.
Nice To Haves
- HACCP, food handling, or related certification.
- First Aid/CPR training.
- Bilingual in English and Spanish.
- Experience with continuous improvement methods or large-scale food operation start-ups.
Responsibilities
- Supervise, schedule, and direct the sanitation team in cleaning and sanitizing production areas, the warehouse, offices, and equipment based on production demand.
- Verify areas meet company and USDA standards before releasing them to operations; participate in USDA inspections and follow-up corrective actions.
- Enforce GMPs, HACCP, SOPs, and SSOPs, and review protocols for continued effectiveness.
- Train team members in safe chemical handling, use, and disposal; PPE; and proper use of tools and machinery.
- Coach, develop, and evaluate team members, using recognition and constructive feedback to build trust and resolve conflict.
- Champion a strong safety culture, including timely reporting of injuries and near-misses, and lead investigations and corrective actions.
- Partner with Operations, QA, and senior management to set department goals, plan projects, and escalate food safety issues.
- Maintain sanitation supply inventory and complete required documentation and records accurately and on time.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation package.
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Paid time off annually and paid holidays.
- Career advancement opportunities and tuition assistance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
