Sanitation Supervisor

Charcuterie Artisans; Mapleville (RI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Charcuterie Artisans in Rhode Island seeks a Sanitation Supervisor to oversee sanitation operations, train staff, and ensure GMP compliance in a food manufacturing setting. The role focuses on maintaining hygiene across production areas and coordinating cleaning schedules.

The position requires strong leadership, knowledge of sanitation chemicals, and the ability to work nights and weekends. Salary ranges from $75,000 to $85,000 with a 3rd shift differential.

Qualifications

• Requires leadership of sanitation teams and scheduling
• Knowledge of USDA, HACCP, SQF regulations
• Ability to read SDS, sanitation logs and audits

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily sanitation operations in production areas and equipment
• Inspect for deficiencies and report to Food Safety Manager
• Monitor chemical concentrations and titrations; correct deviations
• Oversee allergen washdowns and post-USDA cleaning
• Maintain sanitation equipment and PPE inventory
• Assist on the floor when needed
• Respond on Saturdays when department operates
• Provide floor support for operational needs
• Train sanitation staff on procedures and GMP compliance
• Document sanitation activities and audits
• Support third-party audits and QA programs
• Collaborate with QA, Maintenance, and Production to resolve sanitation issues

Skills

Leadership

Sanitation knowledge

SDS interpretation

Problem-solving

Communication

Flexible hours

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate/Bachelor in Food Science or Microbiology (preferred)

Tools

MS Office

Sanitation tracking systems

Job description

The schedule for this role is Mon-Fri 7pm-3:30am, occasional Sat as needed

The Sanitation Supervisoris responsible foroverseeing and coordinating all sanitation activities within the facility to ensure compliance with food safety, quality, and regulatory standards. This role leads a team of sanitation personnel, manages cleaning schedules, and supports continuous improvement in hygiene practices across production areas.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Supervise daily sanitation operations including cleaning of equipment, production areas, and facility infrastructure.

• Conduct routine inspections for sanitation deficiencies, structural and equipment damage, and report findings to the Food Safety Manager.

• Monitor and verify chemical concentration checks and titrations; correct deviations as needed.

• Oversee allergen washdowns, post-USDA sampling cleaning, and sterilization of processing environments.

• Maintain sanitation equipment and manage inventory of cleaning supplies and PPE.

• Must assist on the floor when team support is required.

• On Saturdays when the department is operating, supervisors are required to be available to respond, provide assistance, and coordinate as needed.

• Supervisors are responsible for providing floor support when operational needs arise.

• Train and mentor sanitation staff on cleaning procedures, safety protocols, and GMP compliance.

• Ensure documentation of sanitation activities, including master sanitation schedules and audit readiness records.

• Support third-party audits and internal quality assurance programs.

• Collaborate with QA, Maintenance, and Production teams to resolve sanitation-related issues and implement corrective actions.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Strong leadership and team coordination skills.

• Knowledge of sanitation chemicals, equipment, and food safety regulations (e.g., USDA, HACCP, SQF).

• Ability to read and interpret SDS, sanitation logs, and audit documentation.

• Proficiencyin Microsoft Office and sanitation tracking systems.

• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.

• Ability to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends as needed.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or GEDrequired; Associate’s orBachelor’s degree in Food Science, Microbiology, or related field preferred.

• 3–5 years of experience in food manufacturing sanitation, with at least 1 year in a supervisory role.

• HACCP certification or equivalent preferred.

Working Conditions:

• On-site role in a food production environment with exposure to wet, cold, and noisy conditions.

• Must be able to stand, walk, bend, andlift upto 50lbsfor extended periods.

• Use of PPErequired(e.g., gloves, goggles, boots).

• May require working in confined spaces and handling sanitation chemicals.

$75,000 - $85,000 a year

salary includes 3rd shift differential