Sanitation Manager

JOB DESCRIPTION: SANITATION MANAGER

Employment Status: Exempt / Full-Time

Department: Production

Reports To: Director of Operations

Starting Rate: $55,000 - $65,000 annually, DOE

Summary:

We’re looking for a hands-on, detail-oriented Sanitation Manager to lead and execute our sanitation program in a small but fast-paced ice cream manufacturing facility. This role is critical to maintaining a safe, clean, and compliant environment for food production. The ideal candidate will take ownership of all sanitation activities, ensuring our equipment and facility meet the highest standards for cleanliness and food safety.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead and perform daily and weekly cleaning and sanitation of production equipment, floors, walls, and other facility areas.


• Monitor and document cleaning processes and chemical usage; maintain accurate sanitation logs, records and SOPs.


• Develop, implement, and maintain sanitation procedures and schedules in compliance with food safety regulations (FDA, GMP, HACCP).


• Supervise and train a small sanitation team, including scheduling, performance feedback, and coaching.


• Partner with Production team to ensure sanitation supports efficient operations and quality standards.


• Manage inventory of cleaning supplies and sanitation chemicals.


• Participate in food safety audits and inspections; take corrective action when necessary.


• Identify opportunities for process improvement and help foster a culture of cleanliness and accountability.


• Work in and support other departments as needed.

What We’re Looking For:

• 3+ years of experience in food manufacturing sanitation, preferably in dairy or frozen products.


• Prior experience leading a team in a hands-on environment.


• Working knowledge of food safety standards, including GMP, HACCP, and SSOPs.


• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining a clean, safe workspace.


• Ability to work early mornings, evenings, or weekends as needed to support production schedules.


• Comfortable working in a cold environment and around food-grade chemicals.

Working Environment:

This role requires working in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment, which may involve:

• Ability to come in contact with allergens including but not limited to nuts, dairy, gluten, and latex.


• Work with automated and semi-automated ice cream equipment (continuous freezer, packaging equipment, liquid nitrogen tunnel, etc.).


• Work with manual and power tools (box knife, hammer, drill, etc).


• Work with sanitation equipment (automated commercial dishwasher, centrifugal pumps, brooms, mops, sanitation chemical applicators, hose, pump, and sanitation chemicals).


• Work with hazardous chemicals.


• Stand, walk and lift for long periods of time throughout a shift.


• Communication with all department managers and supervisors, occasional visitors, and contracted workers operating within the facility.


• Ability to occasionally lift up to 50lbs.


• Work periodically in a cold storage

Ruby Jewel LLC is an equal opportunity employer and does not unlawfully discriminate against employees or applicants for employment based on an individual’s race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.