Sanitation Supervisor - Food Manufacturing

We are seeking an experienced Sanitation Supervisor to lead our sanitation team and ensure total plant cleanliness in our food manufacturing facility. This role is critical in maintaining a safe, sanitary, and compliant production environment while supporting team development and operational excellence.

As the Sanitation Supervisor, you will oversee sanitation processes, enforce EH&S (Environmental Health & Safety) standards, and ensure equipment is cleaned, sanitized, and ready for daily production. You will also coach and develop your team, identifying future leaders and driving employee engagement.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise sanitation associates on the 3rd shift to achieve total plant cleanliness and food safety standards.
• Ensure compliance with EH&S regulations, minimizing risks, and maintaining a safe work environment.
• Verify that all equipment is properly sanitized, assembled, and released for timely production startup.
• Oversee departmental goals, including swab failure rates, USDA non-compliances (NRs), sanitation audits, and manning requirements.
• Support employee relations and engagement initiatives, fostering a positive work culture.
• Ensure all sanitation associates receive thorough training and maintain proper documentation.
• Monitor and improve sanitation processes for efficiency, safety, and compliance.

Qualifications Required:

• 3+ years of sanitation or production leadership experience with progressive managerial responsibilities.
• Strong knowledge of EH&S compliance, sanitation standards, and USDA-regulated environments.
• Hands-on experience with equipment sanitation and production readiness.
• Proven ability to train, coach, and develop hourly associates.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs, walk/stand for extended periods, and work in a manufacturing environment.
• Availability to work 3rd shift with potential overtime.

Qualifications Preferred:

• Experience in food manufacturing or USDA-inspected facilities.
• Background in employee engagement, labor relations, or leadership development.
• Certifications in sanitation, food safety, or EH&S.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary: $62K-$75K annually
• Bonus potential up to 14% based on performance
• Overtime pay for the 6th day worked
• Career growth and leadership development opportunities
• A safe, team-oriented environment in a well-established food manufacturing company