Sanitation Manager

Job Description

At Barry Callebaut, we are on a journey to transform the cocoa and chocolate industry. As the world’s leading manufacturer of high-quality chocolate and cocoa products, our actions truly shape the future of our industry. We are a business-to-business company, serving the entire food sector, from the cocoa bean to the finest chocolate product. We are a company with a purpose, we believe in doing well by doing good and reinvesting in the communities we operate. We have a long-standing commitment to sustainability and our goal is to shape a sustainable cocoa and chocolate future. We are headquartered in Zurich, and have more than 12,000 passionate Employees working in more than 40 countries worldwide. We are very proud of who we are and what we do. And of course, we are always looking for talented people to help us have a positive impact on our industry and beyond!

About the role :

Barry Callebaut is a global organization poised for growth; a company that has embraced the vision to delight its customers while out-performing its competitors, a business that is committed to sustainability, has innovation in its DNA, is a leader in complex manufacturing and supply chain solutions and is focused on being a best-in-class employer. Barry Callebaut seeks diverse and passionate people who thrive in a dynamic environment, focused on continuous learning, living BC’s Values, and of course, loving chocolate.

The Sanitation Manager will be accountable for accomplishing food safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards (Internal and external). Responsible for the Sanitation Technicians crew, along with any third-party sanitation contractor.

Key responsibilities include :

• Develop, implement, and oversee sanitation programs and cleaning schedules for all areas of the facility, including production, packaging, storage, and common areas.
• Ensure adherence to sanitation standard operating procedures (SSOPs) and food safety protocols, including Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP), and other relevant regulatory guidelines.
• Manage and lead the sanitation team, including supervision, training, scheduling, and performance evaluation. Provide ongoing training and support to sanitation staff to ensure adherence to cleanliness standards and safety procedures.
• Manage indirect reports for contracted cleaning by a third-party vendor. Provide direction, prioritization, training, scheduling, and performance evaluation to ensure compliance to cleanliness standards, contract requirements, and safety procedures.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and teamwork within the sanitation department
• Ensure the facility complies with all local, state, and federal regulations, including OSHA, FDA, USDA, and EPA standards. Assist with internal and external audits, inspections, and certifications, and ensure the facility meets all required sanitation and safety standards. Maintain records related to sanitation activities, cleaning logs, and other documentation as required by regulatory authorities.
• Conduct regular inspections of sanitation practices, including the cleanliness of production lines, equipment, and employee areas. Perform verification tests (e.g., ATP testing, environmental monitoring, visual inspections) to ensure the effectiveness of sanitation procedures and identify areas for improvement. Collaborate with the quality control team to resolve any sanitation-related quality issues and implement corrective actions.
• Identify areas for process improvements, cost reductions, and increased efficiency in sanitation practices and cleaning procedures. Research and recommend new sanitation technologies, tools, and methods that improve cleaning efficiency and reduce downtime. Collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g., production, maintenance, quality) to enhance overall facility hygiene and operational efficiency.
• Monitor and manage sanitation supplies and chemicals inventory to ensure adequate stock levels and proper usage. Ensure that cleaning chemicals and supplies are stored, handled, and disposed of according to safety and regulatory standards
• Promote and enforce a culture of safety within the sanitation department, including the proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and safe chemical handling practices.
• Ensure that sanitation activities do not interfere with the safety of the production process and product quality.

About you :

What you can expect from Barry Callebaut :

At Barry Callebaut, we are committed to Diversity & Inclusion. United by our strong values, we thrive on the diversity of who we are, where we come from, what we’ve experienced and how we think. We are committed to nurturing an inclusive environment where people can truly be themselves, grow to their full potential and feel they belong. #oneBC - Diverse People, Sustainable Growth.