Sanitation Supervisor

The Mennel Milling Company; Newton (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Accrued Paid Time Off

Health & Wellbeing Benefits

Life Insurance

Profit Sharing

401k Retirement Contributions

Tuition Assistance

Job summary

The Mennel Milling Company is seeking a Sanitation Supervisor at the Newton Facility to lead sanitation and food safety initiatives. This role demands a proactive leader with strong knowledge of sanitation processes and regulations, ensuring compliance across all areas of production.

Responsibilities include overseeing pest management, chemical control, and training sanitation teams. An Associate Degree or related experience is required. The company offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health and well-being benefits, competitive pay, and career advancement opportunities.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of experience preferred in food manufacturing.
• Ability to manage pest management and chemical control.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee facility sanitation, pest management, and food safety programs.
• Maintain compliance with GMPs, OSHA, HACCP, FSMA standards.
• Train employees on sanitation and chemical handling procedures.

Skills

Knowledge of sanitation regulations

Leadership in food safety

Strong communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Organizational skills

Education

Associate Degree or 2–4 years of experience

Job description

Location: Mennel Milling Company – Newton Facility; Schedule: Full-Time, schedule as assigned (flexibility required).

Sanitation Supervisor | Join Our Team!

At Mennel Milling, we’ve been feeding the world since 1886 by doing what’s right and bringing our best every day. We value teamwork, recognize individual contributions, and are deeply committed to food safety, quality, and operational excellence. If you’re a hands‑on leader with a passion for sanitation and food safety, this is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

Who You Are

The ideal Sanitation Supervisor is a proactive, detail‑focused leader with strong knowledge of sanitation, pest management, and food safety standards. You thrive in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment, lead with accountability, and ensure high standards are met every day—not just during audits.

What You’ll Do

As the Sanitation Supervisor, you will oversee all aspects of the facility sanitation program, pest management, chemical control, and food safety documentation across production and non‑production areas. You’ll provide leadership to sanitation teams while ensuring compliance with regulatory and Mennel food safety standards.

• Lead and oversee facility sanitation, pest management (IPM), chemical control, and food safety programs
• Maintain an everyday audit‑ready facility compliant with GMPs, OSHA, HACCP, FSMA, and GFSI standards
• Provide QRO leadership and support for food safety and IPM programs at the Newton facility
• Develop, maintain, and execute the Master Sanitation Schedule and blow‑down schedules
• Direct sanitation team activities and establish daily cleaning priorities
• Track, analyze, and report sanitation and departmental KPIs
• Manage IPM contractors and ensure certifications, training, and documentation are current
• Oversee fumigation and fogging activities to ensure safe and effective application
• Select and manage sanitation chemicals, dispensing systems, equipment, and cost efficiency
• Maintain SOPs, OPLs, and sanitation documentation at point of use
• Partner with Plant Management and Quality to conduct food safety risk assessments and product containment
• Participate in internal food safety audits and serve on HACCP and Food Safety Teams
• Train employees on sanitation, pest management, and chemical handling procedures
• Safely operate material handling and elevated work equipment (forklifts, scissor lifts)
• Supervise QRO Leads and QRO Technicians across multiple sanitation and food safety crews

What We’re Looking For

• Associate Degree required or 2–4 years of related experience (5–7 years preferred)
• Strong knowledge of sanitation regulations and food safety standards in food manufacturing
• Proven experience leading teams in a plant or warehouse environment
• Strong communication, problem‑solving, and organizational skills
• Ability to diagnose and resolve sanitation and food safety issues
• Comfortable working cross‑functionally and leading positive change
• Flexible with work hours, shifting priorities, and ambiguity
• Action‑oriented mindset with a strong sense of ownership and accountability

Why Join Mennel?

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, well‑being, and career growth:

• Competitive Pay
• Flexible Accrued Paid Time Off and Holiday Schedule
• Health & Wellbeing Benefits (medical, prescription, vision, dental, HSA, company‑paid short‑term disability, EAP, local YMCA cost sharing, and more)
• Life Insurance
• Profit Sharing
• Career Advancement & Training Opportunities
• Rewards & Recognition Program
• Retirement Contributions (401k, etc.)
• Tuition Assistance

Ready to Make a Difference?

Apply today and help Mennel continue its mission of feeding the world through safe, high‑quality, and reliable operations.