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Job Title: Sanitation Supervisor

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Sanitation Supervisor to oversee and ensure the cleanliness and safety of our manufacturing environment. As the sole supervisor on-site, you will play a critical role in maintaining sanitary conditions and supporting a safe plant operation.

Responsibilities

+ Assign the sanitation team to regularly scheduled cleaning tasks on equipment, floors, walls, and ceilings to maintain sanitary conditions.

+ Monitor all aspects of assigned work areas to ensure compliance with sanitary, quality, and operational standards.

+ Initiate the purchase of required tools and maintain accountability for issued tools.

+ Conduct self-inspections to ensure adherence to master cleaning schedules and assigned cleaning projects.

+ Participate in customer and other audit procedures, taking corrective action as needed.

+ Notify production supervisory staff of downtime required for detailed equipment cleaning.

+ Capture and document process waste, collaborating with operations to identify areas for waste reduction.

+ Perform troubleshooting inspections on machinery and notify relevant departments of concerns.

+ Manage the budget concerning staff levels, man-hours worked, supply costs, and contractor services.

+ Provide guidance and training to ensure compliance with company policies, including safety and regulatory standards.

+ Conduct regular team meetings to review projects, goals, and resolve issues.

+ Engage staff in problem-solving and improvement initiatives, utilizing continuous improvement and lean manufacturing tools.

+ Demonstrate positive leadership, setting clear goals and providing feedback; complete annual performance reviews.

+ Ensure effective implementation of new hire and cross-training programs.

+ Operate within core values of respect and care for others.

Essential Skills

+ Excellent verbal and written communication skills

+ Strong interpersonal and organizational skills

+ Knowledge of GMP, HACCP, and environmental sanitation principles

+ Understanding of food borne pathogens and US food laws and regulations

+ Experience with wet and dry-cleaning methodologies

+ Time management and multitasking abilities

+ 5+ years of experience in a food manufacturing environment

+ Proficient in Microsoft Office suite

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Knowledge in 5S methodology: Sort, Set in Order, Shine/Sweep, Standardize, Sustain

+ Leadership skills with a focus on team management

+ Understanding of dry sanitation practices, particularly in chocolate manufacturing

Why Work Here?

We offer excellent benefits and encourage career progression within the company. Employees are encouraged to explore internal career opportunities, with promotions based on proficiency and performance. Our supportive work environment fosters growth and development.

Work Environment

The position is based in a manufacturing facility that may have varying temperatures and smells like chocolate. The work involves exposure to noise, cold, heat, and dust. Physical requirements include standing, sitting, climbing, bending, and walking. The role may occasionally require work on alternate shifts, evenings, or weekends.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Union City, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $80000.00 - $88000.00/yr.

401K, Fully paid medical, 10 lbs of chocolate on their birhtday

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Union City,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 24, 2025.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.