Sanitation Supervisor

INTERRELATION

Reports to Operations Director/Plant Manager Collaborates with: Production Manager/Supervisors, QA (Mgr/Sup/Techs), Maintenance (Mgr/Sup/Techs), Warehouse, Safety, Pest Control Service/Program, Contractors, Logistics, Sanitation Associates/Leads.

POSITION OBJECTIVE

Lead and coordinate sanitation operations across the bakery to ensure consistent execution of sanitation standards, chemical control, and Master Sanitation Schedule compliance. Ensure the plant is clean, hygienic, and audit-ready every day, enabling safe product, quality compliance, and on-time production start-ups through disciplined daily routines, effective team leadership, and timely closure of sanitation-related deviations and CAPAs.

PRE-OPERATION & DAILY READINESS

Review sanitation staffing, assignments, and required materials/tools/chemicals prior to each shift; adjust coverage to meet production start-up needs. Conduct daily plant walk-throughs to verify GMP conditions and identify gaps vs standard; correct, contain, and escalate findings per standard. Verify pre-operational cleanliness and readiness of lines/areas as required; ensure issues are addressed before release. Confirm chemical control compliance (labels, concentrations, storage, dispensing, SDS access); correct deviations immediately. Lead shift communication on sanitation priorities, safety hazards, allergens, and food safety risks.

SANITATION EXECUTION & PLANT HYGIENE CONTROL

Assign sanitation crews to clean and maintain equipment and areas per SSOPs. Monitor bakery sanitation needs and execution. Ensure accurate and timely sanitation documentation. Support production while protecting sanitation standards.

MASTER SANITATION SCHEDULE

(MSS) Maintain and execute the Master Sanitation Schedule with full documentation and verification. Support detailed sanitation inspections for Zones 1-4.

FOOD SAFETY & QUALITY COMPLIANCE

Ensure compliance with GMP, HACCP/Preventive Controls, and GFSI standards. Support CAPA completion. Assist with environmental testing programs. Support audits and inspections.

PEST CONTROL & EXTERNAL PARTNERS

Support pest control programs and contractor oversight.

SAFETY & COMPLIANCE

Ensure safe sanitation work practices including PPE and chemical handling.

LEADERSHIP & TRAINING

Schedule, train, coach, and evaluate sanitation associates. Promote accountability and teamwork.

CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT

Evaluate sanitation methods and recommend improvements. Develop visual standards and quick reference guides.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILL REQUIREMENTS

Minimum two years sanitation or food manufacturing experience. Knowledge of GMP, HACCP, sanitation systems. Microsoft Office proficiency. PCQI qualification required or obtainable.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to work in production environments and perform sanitation tasks. You can apply online at www.bimboqsr.com Bimbo QSR conducts pre-employment drug testing and criminal background investigations.

An Equal Opportunity Employer Job Type:

Full-time Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Vision insurance

Schedule:

This position requires rotating schedules and weekend work.

Work Location:

In person