Sanitation Lead - Food Plant Operations & Safety

Warker LLC; Hillsboro (OR); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Warker LLC is seeking a sanitation lead to manage day-to-day sanitation operations in a high-volume prepared foods plant. You will oversee crews, ensure cleaning in line with food safety standards, and coordinate with Production, QA, and Maintenance to keep operations safe and efficient.

The role requires strong leadership, documentation, and cross-functional collaboration to promote a culture of safety and continuous improvement in plant cleanliness.

Qualifications

• Experience leading sanitation teams in a food manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of sanitation and food safety standards.
• Ability to perform inspections and implement corrective actions.
• Excellent documentation and communication skills.
• Collaborates cross-functionally with Production, QA, and Maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee sanitation crews, procedures, and day-to-day execution to meet food safety, regulatory, and internal standards.
• Ensure equipment, production areas, and support spaces are cleaned and maintained in compliance with requirements.
• Conduct inspections and audits; verify adherence to sanitation protocols.
• Maintain accurate documentation and compliance records.
• Partner with Production, QA, and Maintenance to support safe, efficient operations.
• Coach, develop, and lead team members; promote accountability and a strong safety culture.
• Drive continuous improvement in sanitation practices, compliance, and overall plant cleanliness.

Skills

Sanitation leadership

Food safety knowledge

Regulatory compliance

Documentation skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Job description

Warker LLC is seeking a sanitation lead to manage day-to-day sanitation operations in a high-volume prepared foods plant. You will oversee crews, ensure cleaning in line with food safety standards, and coordinate with Production, QA, and Maintenance to keep operations safe and efficient.

The role requires strong leadership, documentation, and cross-functional collaboration to promote a culture of safety and continuous improvement in plant cleanliness.