Sanitation Program Manager - Compliance & Audit

Great Lakes Cheese; Hiram (GA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Great Lakes Cheese seeks a Program Manager, Corporate Sanitation to lead sanitation, compliance, training, and risk management across the organization. You will drive continuous improvement to ensure a hygienic production environment protecting product integrity and consumer safety.

You will manage audits, analyze data trends, address gaps, and provide technical support as needed. Must travel up to 50% and be legally authorized to work in the US without sponsorship.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field and 4+ years in sanitation program management or similar.
• Experience leading sanitation programs, compliance, and risk management in food manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of CIP/COP systems and hygienic design.
• Knowledge of FDA/USDA GMPs and FSMA requirements.
• Auditing experience and CAPA implementation.
• Strong analytical skills and data-driven decision making.

Responsibilities

• Lead sanitation network training, auditing, and provide technical support.
• Oversee development and onboarding of sanitation team members.
• Review and enhance sanitation policies, SSOPs, and programs.
• Design and support sanitation program launches and policy implementation.
• Lead site audits, incident escalation, and CAPA execution.
• Collaborate with 3rd party SMEs and consultants on network projects.

Skills

Sanitation program management

Audit and CAPA execution

Regulatory compliance (FDA/USDA)

Data analysis and trend interpretation

Effective communication & leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Microbiology, Chemistry, Industrial Management or related field

FDA Accredited Preventative Controls certification

Sanitation or food safety certifications (HACCP, SQF) preferred

Job description

Great Lakes Cheese seeks a Program Manager, Corporate Sanitation to lead sanitation, compliance, training, and risk management across the organization. You will drive continuous improvement to ensure a hygienic production environment protecting product integrity and consumer safety.

You will manage audits, analyze data trends, address gaps, and provide technical support as needed. Must travel up to 50% and be legally authorized to work in the US without sponsorship.