Sanitation Supervisor

sees; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

See's Candies is seeking a Sanitation Supervisor to oversee sanitation and cleaning across Production and Packing areas at our facilities in California. The role may include morning or night shifts and weekend work during peak seasons.

You will manage a team of 45–50, ensure MSS tasks are completed, and uphold See's SSOPs and GMPS while driving safety and quality initiatives. Candidates should have 3–5 years of supervisory experience with a union workforce, strong leadership, and excellent

Qualifications

• High school diploma; bachelor’s degree preferred for related roles.
• Strong people management, communication, and customer service skills.
• Bilingual English/Spanish highly preferred; experience with union staff helpful.

Responsibilities

• Supervise sanitation staff, including training and performance management.
• Schedule staffing to meet client group needs during peak periods.
• Identify harborage points and develop mitigation strategies.
• Maintain sanitation logs, SOPs, and GMP compliance across departments.
• Lead safety, food safety, and cost-control initiatives within sanitation.

Skills

People management

Communication

Customer service

Bilingual English/Spanish

Mathematical proficiency

PC skills

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

Warehouse management systems

Production scheduling

Job description

Job Description Summary:

'Quality without Compromise' is not just a motto at See's Candies. It is the most important ingredient in our recipe for success. See's Candies has been in business since 1921 and maintains a reputation for producing the highest quality candy and providing superior customer service.

See's is a leader in the confectionery industry with over 250 retail shops across the USA, a growing e-commerce business, and expanding opportunities internationally. We are seeking friendly, enthusiastic individuals who are passionate about helping us grow and thrive in our second century.

This position supervises the Sanitation staff and oversees sanitation and cleaning of the Production and Packing area(s), including but not limited to cleaning of MFG and Packaging equipment and/or machinery. May require working either morning or night (second) shift and weekends during peak season(s); assigned shift will be based on business needs.

The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between $75,000 - $85,000K per year; however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Job Description:

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assists with the supervision of Sanitation staff, including training and development of forepersons and performance management in compliance with un ion cont ract .
• Assists Sanitation Management with scheduling when necessary to assure availability of staffing needs to support client group(s) .
• The Sanitation Supervisor must be able to identify harborage points, high risk areas, and create mitigation strategies.
• Assist Sanitation Management in developing an efficient MSS and identify cleaning , frequency, and procedural opportunities .
• Ensure MSS related tasks are completed in a timely manner .
• Maintains all Process/Cleaning Logbooks/Binders, ensuring all steps of the Manufacturing Cleaning directions are followed per See's SSOPs and GMPS .
• Disassemble, clean and sanitize, processing equipment such as hoppers, mixers, enrobers, swecos , conveyors, scoops, and all other machines, components and parts or as directed by the Manager.
• Measure, Mix, cleaning, and Sanitizing Solutions as per instructions by the Sanitation Manager/Chemical Provider.
• Maintain close supervision of the Pest Management Program and assist in collecting Environmental Program samples.
• Read and Maintain CIP readouts and have the ability to troubleshoot CIP issues.
• Assists in computer input and departmental record-keeping including but not limited to HRIS timekeeping function(s) as required .
• Guides Sanitation team in minor and major cleans, delegating responsibilities as necessary, supervising a team of 45 to 50 people, training new/existing team members on safety, efficiency, and proper ways to clean the equipment, ensuring MSS is completed at the frequency given .
• Develops, maintains , and enforces Sanitation Department Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), food /sanitation safety programs, and workplace safety practices to ensure the safe, efficient, and compliant operation of Sanitation equipment and processes. Monitors team performance and adherence to all established procedures, regulatory requirements, and company standards.
• Leads and actively supports company safety, food safety, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), quality, and cost-control initiatives within the Sanitation Department. Drives employee engagement, accountability, and continuous improvement efforts to achieve operational, quality, and performance objectives .
• Maintains communication within own department, as well as cross-departmental with client group(s) such as Packing, Operations to name a few.
• Responsible for identifying opportunities to enhance technology and innovation that will improve departmental effectiveness .
• Builds people capabilities through coaching and mentoring of direct reports. Provides performance evaluations for their team.
• All See's staff must be committed to the company's core principles and workplace values, including diversity and inclusion .
• Performs special projects , and/or other duties as needed.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma, certificate in relative areas preferred.
• Strong people management, communication, motivational, and customer service skills .
• Excellent verbal and written bilingual skills (English/Spanish) highly preferred.
• 3 -5 years ' experience supervising a union workforce with a diverse employee population.
• Bachelor's degree in food science , engineering, business, or other related field preferred (education can compensate for less experience and vice versa).
• Food manufacturing preferred .
• Strong mathematical proficiency ; excellent PC skills. Familiarity with warehouse management systems or production scheduling preferred .
• Proven ability to learn new technologies quickly and manage change efficiently, proactively and in