Sanitation Supervisor (Food / Beverage)

Sanitation Supervisor

The Sanitation Supervisor oversees all sanitation operations within the production facility to ensure compliance with food safety standards, regulatory requirements, and company policies. This role manages sanitation employees, coordinates cleaning schedules, and maintains a safe and hygienic environment to support consistent product quality in a high-volume beverage manufacturing setting.

Duties and Responsibilities

Supervise, train, and schedule the sanitation team to ensure effective and timely cleaning of production areas and equipment.

Develop, implement, and maintain sanitation procedures in compliance with FDA, HACCP, GMP, and FSSC 22000 standards.

Conduct regular inspections and audits to verify cleaning effectiveness and adherence to food safety programs.

Oversee the preparation and use of cleaning chemicals, ensuring correct concentrations and safe handling practices.

Collaborate with Quality, Maintenance, and Production departments to coordinate cleaning schedules and minimize downtime.

Maintain accurate sanitation records, including SSOPs, master sanitation schedules, and verification logs.

Investigate and correct sanitation-related nonconformities identified during audits or inspections.

Support continuous improvement initiatives related to hygiene, allergen control, and environmental monitoring.

Ensure all sanitation employees comply with PPE, safety, and environmental guidelines.

Qualifications / Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Microbiology, or a related field required.

5+ years of experience in sanitation or quality within a food, beverage, or CPG manufacturing environment.

Strong understanding of food safety regulations (FDA, HACCP, GMP, FSMA, FSSC 22000).

Proven ability to lead, train, and motivate hourly sanitation staff across multiple shifts.

Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office and familiarity with ERP or sanitation tracking systems.

Preferred Qualifications

Supervisory experience in beverage or liquid processing environments.

Certification in HACCP or PCQI.

Knowledge of Lean, 5S, or TPM principles.

Bilingual (English / Spanish) a plus.

Culture and Benefits

Benefits include : medical, dental, vision, life insurance, as well as FSA options. 401k with employer matching, PTO, free lunch on weekdays and growth opportunities.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion. We are a diverse workforce. We fully support and embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workplace. Be you, respectfully. We firmly commit to Equal Employment Opportunity, affirmative actions, and comply with Federal, State, and local laws that prohibit employment discrimination based on age, gender, race, national origin, color, disability, protected veteran status, and other protected classifications.

Min

USD $73,000.00 / Yr.

Max

USD $110,000.00 / Yr.