Sanitation Supervisor

Job Description

Job Description

Sanitation Supervisor – Food Manufacturing

Location : Portland, OR

Schedule : Minimum 5 days / week | Weekend availability required

Status : Full-Time | Exempt

Reports To : Sanitation Manager

Compensation : $60,000 – $65,000 annually, depending on experience

We are seeking a proactive and hands-on Sanitation Supervisor to lead and coordinate hygiene and sanitation operations across our production facility. This role plays a critical part in ensuring food safety, regulatory compliance, and sanitation excellence in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

As a Sanitation Supervisor, you will be responsible for day-to-day leadership of a team of up to 15 sanitation technicians, ensuring that all equipment, utensils, and plant areas meet the highest cleanliness and compliance standards.

Key Responsibilities

Coordinate daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning activities in partnership with the Sanitation Manager

Lead sanitation operations across your shift, ensuring tasks are completed safely and thoroughly

Provide technical guidance and support to sanitation technicians

Prioritize workload to maximize cleaning efficiency and meet tight changeover timelines

Ensure accurate and timely completion of sanitation documentation and startup records

Participate in investigations of environmental monitoring positives and assist with root cause analysis

Operate and train team members on the safe use of cleaning equipment including pressure washers, chemical systems, steam units, and vacuums

Collaborate cross-functionally with QA and Maintenance teams to address work orders and sanitation needs

Approve timecards and provide end-of-shift reports to maintain consistent communication across teams

What You Bring

Minimum 2 years of supervisory experience in a food, beverage, or CPG manufacturing environment

Familiarity with caustic and sanitation chemical handling, including safe-use protocols

Working knowledge of GMPs, sanitation best practices, and food safety requirements

Ability to clearly communicate expectations and lead a team across various shifts

Capable of lifting up to 60 lbs., climbing ladders, and working in hot, damp, or wet conditions

Strong organizational skills, time management, and attention to detail

Results-oriented mindset with creative problem-solving abilities

Ideal Candidate Competencies

Able to translate technical language into clear, actionable guidance

Organized and focused under pressure

Confident in leading a large hourly workforce

Knowledgeable about sanitation processes and continuous improvement

Strong communicator and collaborator

Why Join Quality Harvest Foods?

As Sanitation Supervisor, you'll be a key player in upholding the standards that protect our products, our team, and our customers. We offer a supportive culture, structured development opportunities, and a chance to make an impact every shift.

We offer :

Competitive compensation

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance options

Paid time off

Professional growth in a stable, respected food manufacturing environment

Quality Harvest Foods is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive, diverse workplace. If you require any accommodations during the hiring process, we encourage you to let us know.