Sanitation Supervisor

See's Candies; South San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

See’s Candies in South San Francisco is seeking a Sanitation Supervisor to oversee sanitation staff, ensure food safety and quality procedures, and support leadership in a fast-paced confectionery plant.

The role requires supervising 40+ staff, enforcing SOPs, and coordinating with multiple departments. The base pay ranges from $75,000 to $95,000 per year, with benefits and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Strong people management, communication, motivational, and customer service skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• 2–5 years supervisory experience with a diverse employee population.
• Strong mathematical proficiency; excellent PC skills.
• Familiarity with Safety and Food Safety programs.
• Evening shift 3:30 PM to 12:30 AM; 9 PM–6 AM during peak season.
• Bi-lingual English/Spanish and/or English/Chinese preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the sanitation staff, including training and development of forepersons and performance management per union contract.
• Develop, implement and monitor the Master Sanitation Schedule; assist in labor scheduling.
• Monitor sanitation operations to ensure adherence to SOPs and procedures.
• Update and generate Policies and Procedures; maintain sanitation records and audits.
• Lead See’s Safety and Food Safety programs and align with SQF requirements.
• Coordinate with Production, Packing, Shipping and other departments to maintain service levels.

Skills

People management

Communication skills

Supervisory experience

Mathematical proficiency

Technology learning

Bilingual English/Spanish or English/°

Job description

Work is Sweet!

'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.

Work is Sweet!

'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.

Job Description Summary

This position supervises the Sanitation staff and ensures all Safety and Food Safety procedures are observed and followed by Sanitation Associates. Assists Sanitation Manager to ensure equipment is cleaned and sanitized correctly. Ensures Associates are scheduled according to the needs at each location. May require working the night shift during peak seasons. The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between $75,000 - $95,000K 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 in the supervision of Sanitation staff, including training and development of Forepersons and performance management in compliance with Union contract.
• Assists in the development, implementation and monitoring of the Master Sanitation Schedule to ensure all the equipment in the plant is cleaned and sanitized as required. Assists Sanitation Manager with scheduling of labor.
• Monitors general Sanitation operations to ensure work is done according to existing SOP and Procedures.
• Assists in updating and generating Policies and Procedures. Assists in keeping records of all related Sanitation activities, including, but not limited to, training, inspections, master sanitation schedules (MSS) completion and internal audits.
• Participates, implements and provides leadership of the See’s Safety and Food Safety programs.
• Maintains communication within Production, Packing, Shipping, and other departments to ensure a good service level and that all departments work as a team to achieve objectives.
• Supports implementation of new methods, procedures and systems to improve quality and food safety. Responsible for leading Food Safety and Quality efforts with the designated SQF Practitioner.
• Manages operations to comply with all applicable safety, food safety and environmental laws and regulations, as well as Company safety policies, food safety and quality procedures and standards.
• Responsible for execution and adherence to pre-requisite programs as well as food security/defense program.
• In the absence of the Sanitation Supervisor, the Sanitation Manager will assume sanitation responsibility.
• Responsible for identifying opportunities to enhance technology and innovation that will enhance departmental effectiveness.
• Completes special projects as assigned by the department management staff.
• All See’s staff must be committed to the company’s core principles and workplace values, including a demonstrated commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Minimum Qualifications

• Strong people management, communication, motivational, and customer service skills. This position will supervise 40+ people.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. (Fluency in Spanish and/or Chinese is a plus, but not required).
• Two to five years supervisory experience with a diverse employee population. Supervision in food manufacturing preferred.
• Strong mathematical proficiency; excellent PC skills. Familiarity with Safety and Food Safety programs.
• Proven ability to learn new technologies quickly and manage change efficiently, proactively and in a positive manner.
• This is an evening shift with regular hours from 3:30 PM to 12:30 AM. During the peak holiday season, the shift is 9 PM to 6AM.
• Bi-lingual English/Spanish and/or English/Chinese preferred.
• Proven ability to learn new technologies quickly and manage change efficiently, proactively and in a positive manner.

The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, in addition to a full range of generous medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

See's is an EOE

See’s will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable local, state or federal law (including San Francisco Ordinance #131192 and Los Angeles Municipal Code 189.00).