Sanitation Manager

Confidential Company; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An industry leader is seeking a Sanitation Manager to oversee sanitation activities ensuring a clean and safe environment. This role requires strong leadership and a background in environmental health or food safety. The ideal candidate will have a decade of experience in sanitation management, particularly in food processing, along with knowledge of HACCP and GMP standards. The position involves collaboration with cross-functional teams to uphold hygiene and safety standards.

Qualifications

• 10 years of experience in sanitation management, ideally in food processing.
• Experience with sanitation regulations and safety standards.
• Ability to train staff effectively.

Responsibilities

• Develop and monitor sanitation schedules.
• Oversee cleaning and disinfection of facilities.
• Ensure adherence to sanitation regulations.
• Train staff on safe chemical handling.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Health, Food Safety, or related field

Tools

HACCP

GMP

SSOPs

Job description

The Sanitation Manager is responsible for planning, organizing, and supervising all sanitation activities to ensure a clean, safe, and compliant environment. This role ensures that all sanitation procedures meet regulatory standards, company protocols, and industry best practices. The Sanitation Manager works closely with production, maintenance, and quality assurance teams to support operational efficiency and uphold high hygiene standards.

Key Responsibilities

Sanitation Operations

• Develop, implement, and monitor daily, weekly, and monthly sanitation schedules.
• Oversee cleaning and disinfection of facilities, equipment, and production areas.
• Ensure proper use, storage, and maintenance of sanitation tools, chemicals, and equipment.
• Conduct routine inspections to verify sanitation effectiveness and identify improvement areas.

Compliance & Safety

• Ensure adherence to local, national, and industry sanitation regulations (e.g., HACCP, GMP, OSHA).
• Maintain accurate sanitation records, logs, and reports for audits.
• Train staff on safe chemical handling, cleaning procedures, and hygiene protocols.
• Lead investigations and corrective actions related to sanitation non‑conformance issues.
• Supervise, schedule, and evaluate sanitation staff.
• Provide ongoing coaching, performance feedback, and professional development.
• Promote a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Cross-Functional Coordination

• Collaborate with production and quality teams to minimize downtime and optimize cleaning cycles.
• Work with maintenance to address equipment issues that impact sanitation.
• Support quality assurance in achieving high food safety and environmental hygiene standards.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Health, Food Safety, Industrial Engineering, or related field (preferred).
• 10 years of experience in sanitation management, ideally in food processing, manufacturing, or industrial settings.
• Experience with HACCP, GMP, SSOPs, and sanitation chemicals/equipment.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Knowledge of sanitation regulations and safety standards.
• Excellent organizational and problem‑solving abilities.
• Ability to train staff effectively and communicate clearly across departments.
• Comfortable working in fast‑paced and occasionally demanding environments.

Working Conditions

• Frequent standing, walking, and exposure to wet or humid environments.
• Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) required.