Sanitation Manager

We are seeking an experienced Sanitation Manager to lead and manage all sanitation operations in a fast-paced, complex food manufacturing environment. This critical role ensures the facility meets the highest standards of cleanliness, safety, and regulatory compliance, playing a key part in protecting product quality and brand integrity.

Client Details

This specialty food manufacturer is known for its high standards in quality, craftsmanship, and innovation, producing indulgent, premium products enjoyed by consumers nationwide

Description

The key reposnibilities for the sanitation manager for the food manufactuer in Hayward, CA are:

• Develop, implement, and manage the Master Sanitation Schedule (MSS) across the entire facility.

• Supervise and train the sanitation team, ensuring proper cleaning protocols, safety practices, and regulatory compliance are followed.

• Maintain compliance with all FDA, USDA, GMP, HACCP, SQF, and other relevant food safety standards.

• Collaborate with QA, Production, and Maintenance teams to coordinate effective cleaning procedures and reduce equipment downtime.

• Conduct routine audits and inspections to verify sanitation effectiveness and ensure documentation is up to date.

• Lead root cause analysis and corrective action plans in response to sanitation-related non-conformances.

• Manage sanitation-related supply inventory and equipment, ensuring proper usage and maintenance.

• Stay current on industry best practices, chemicals, and cleaning technologies to continuously improve processes.

Profile

A Sanitation Manager for the food manufactuer in Hayward, CA will have:

• 5+ years of sanitation leadership experience in a food manufacturing environment (complex operations preferred).

• Strong knowledge of food safety regulations (FDA, USDA, GMP, HACCP, SQF).

• Experience leading and developing teams in a high-volume, fast-paced setting.

• Proven track record of improving sanitation systems and maintaining audit-ready conditions.

• Bilingual in English/Spanish a plus.

• Strong problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.

• Willingness to work off-shifts or weekends as needed.

• Not for New York City Applicants.
• Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Michael Page will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
• Michael Page will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

Job Offer

The Sanitation Manager for the food manufactuer in Hayward, CA will be offered:

• Competitive Salary up to 120k: Based on experience and industry benchmarks

• Bonus Potential: Performance-based annual bonus

• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

• 401(k) with Company Match

• Paid Time Off & Holidays

• Opportunities for Advancement: With a growing and innovative food manufacturer

• Stable Work Environment: In a well-established facility with strong leadership support

• Training & Development: Ongoing professional development and certifications (e.g., HACCP, SQF)

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