Lead Sanitation Ops Manager - Food Processing

Fortrex; Kentucky; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Training & Development Opportunities

Job summary

Fortrex is seeking a Site Manager II focused on food processing sanitation. You will lead a dedicated sanitation crew, implement safe, cost-efficient practices, and coordinate with Area Manager and Corporate office to ensure timely, compliant operations.

Responsibilities include budgeting, program development, audits, and staff development. The role requires 2 years of sanitation experience, strong computer skills, and the ability to work in varied plant environments.

Qualifications

• 18 years of age or older.
• Ability to read, write, add, and subtract.
• 2 years of relevant sanitation experience.
• General working knowledge of computers (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Ability to wear PPE and work in extreme temperatures.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, and implement strategy for operational management to meet performance, safety, timeliness, and budget requirements.
• Manage and control site expenditures within approved budgets.
• Manage site usage of labor, supplies, and chemicals to ensure P&L standards are met.
• Evaluate sanitation processes for potential cost savings with quantified references.

Skills

Sanitation experience

Team leadership

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

2-year degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Fortrex is seeking a Site Manager II focused on food processing sanitation. You will lead a dedicated sanitation crew, implement safe, cost-efficient practices, and coordinate with Area Manager and Corporate office to ensure timely, compliant operations.

Responsibilities include budgeting, program development, audits, and staff development. The role requires 2 years of sanitation experience, strong computer skills, and the ability to work in varied plant environments.