Sanitation Supervisor Manufacturing Operations

Post Holdings, Inc.; Rigby (ID); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Post Holdings, Inc. is seeking a Sanitation Supervisor in Rigby, Idaho to oversee sanitation operations and ensure compliance with SSOPs. The role requires a strong background in sanitation practices and the ability to train staff effectively.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Microbiology or Food Science and at least 5 years of relevant experience. A focus on quality and food safety is essential as you lead a team dedicated to maintaining the highest standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in sanitation or manufacturing roles.
• Knowledge of sanitation processes and chemical usage required.
• Experience training employees in safety and sanitation practices.

Responsibilities

• Supervise sanitation tasks and train staff on proper procedures.
• Conduct inspections and audits for compliance.
• Work with a cross-functional team on cleaning schedules.

Skills

Chemical usage knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Ability to write SSOP's

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Microbiology or Food Science

Job description

Business Unit Overview

About Bob Evans Farms, Inc.

For over 75 years, Bob Evans Farms has delivered delicious, quick‑to‑table, farm‑inspired food that makes mealtime a little bit easier and a lot more delicious. We’re proud to be the No. 1‑selling refrigerated dinner sides*, including many varieties of wholesome, feel‑good favorites such as mashed potatoes and macaroni & cheese, sold in grocery stores across the country. We’re also a leading producer and distributor of sausage and egg products including liquid eggs. In addition to our flagship Bob Evans® brand, our product portfolio includes Simply Potatoes®, Egg Beaters® and Owens® Sausage. Bob Evans Farms is based in Columbus, Ohio, and is owned by Post Holdings, Inc., a consumer‑packaged goods holding company. For more information about Bob Evans Farms, Inc., visit www.bobevansgrocery.com.

Responsibilities

Position Overview:

The Sanitation Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the day‑to‑day activities of the employees performing sanitation tasks on their assigned shift and ensuring all sanitation standard operating procedures (SSOP) are implemented and followed in the facility. This supervisor will be responsible to train and coach employees to continuously improve the sanitation program.

• Understands the manufacturing operation and can both perform and train employees on the proper disassembly, cleaning, and reassembly of all equipment.
• Regularly assess the sanitation activities to ensure proper cleaning of equipment and environment.
• Participate in pre‑operational inspection. Train personnel doing pre‑operational inspection to ensure uniform standards.
• Performs inspections of plant, stored equipment, and environment to assess cleanliness. Recommends changes and opportunities as needed.
• Responsible for training all current and new employees in proper cleaning SSOPs, chemical use, and safety procedures and coach employees in proper techniques and follow through to ensure there is adequate understanding to perform tasks assigned.
• Participate in the hiring/staffing of sanitation and quality personnel. Train all new personnel in the correct safety and cleaning methods. Conduct required training for safety and procedure review.
• Work with the Quality Supervisor to maintain a Master Sanitation Schedule for the entire facility and grounds. Coordinate and execute weekend and non‑daily cleaning with a cross‑functional team of sanitation, production, and maintenance members.
• Perform food safety and sanitation audits to ensure compliance with company, government, and customer specifications.

Qualifications

Experience and Education

• Education Level: Bachelor’s Degree-Microbiology or Food Science preferred
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in sanitation, quality functions or manufacturing
• Working knowledge of sanitation and chemical titration

Candidate Profile

As a Sanitation Supervisor, you will lead the sanitation process at the plant, ensuring our number one Value – Safety – is always upheld. Quality and food safety is critical at Bob Evans and in this role, you will ensure the highest level of quality possible for our customers and consumers. You will set an example for your team every day as you live the Bob Evans Values in your day‑to‑day interactions, demonstrating cross‑functional partnership and a strong desire to win. As a people‑leader organization, you will counsel employees on work‑related challenges and remove barriers to support your team’s success.

Supervisor/Manager – Success Practices

• Competing & Winning
• Being Resilient & Resourceful
• Relating & Managing Up
• Establishing and Communicating Enterprise Purpose
• Facilitating Execution Plans
• Defining Roles & Responsibilities
• Solving Problems & Utilizing Critical Thinking
• Effectively Using Resources
• Maximizing Talent Deployment & Development
• Communicating Effectively & Respectfully
• Effectively Managing Conflict

Skills

• Understand chemical usage, chemical titration, and chemical safety
• Ability to write and review SSOP’s, SOP’s, and Standard Work
• Ability to work collaboratively and cohesively with company peers and Post Holdings partners.
• Strong interpersonal skills – Listening and informing others effectively; excellent negotiating and influencing skills at all levels both internal and external.
• Ability to anticipate work needs and follow through with minimal direction. Must be a self‑motivated self‑starter.
• Must possess the ability to always maintain external and internal confidentiality.