Overnight Sanitation Supervisor
Bento Inc. · Fullerton, CA · 4 wk ago
On-siteManagementFull-time
Location: California Food Factory - 1850 Raymer Avenue, Fullerton, CA 92833
Responsibilities
- Lead, coordinate, and supervise sanitation staff to ensure all cleaning and sanitation activities are performed in accordance with established Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures (SSOPs), safety protocols, and company standards.
- Oversee daily sanitation operations in a 24-hour production environment, ensuring consistency, efficiency, and compliance across all shifts.
- Conduct routine inspections and verification checks to ensure sanitation tasks are completed effectively and meet food safety standards.
- Train, mentor, and coach sanitation team members on proper cleaning procedures, chemical handling, equipment sanitation, and workplace safety.
- Reinforce sanitation best practices and promote a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and food safety awareness.
- Provide performance feedback and support the professional development of sanitation staff.
- Ensure compliance with FDA regulations, California health standards, and internal food safety policies.
- Maintain accurate sanitation documentation, including the Master Sanitation Schedule, verification records, and daily sanitation logs.
- Support internal audits, regulatory inspections, and food safety compliance initiatives.
- Ensure appropriate inventory and availability of sanitation chemicals, cleaning tools, and supplies.
- Monitor the proper use, storage, and titration of sanitation chemicals to maintain effectiveness and safety.
- Maintain effective communication with Quality Assurance (QA), Production, and Maintenance teams to address sanitation issues, implement corrective actions, and support operational goals.
- Identify sanitation risks or process improvements and proactively escalate concerns to management.
- Promote and enforce safe work practices, including the proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
- Ensure sanitation staff comply with all workplace safety procedures and hazard control measures.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Minimum 3 years of sanitation experience, preferably in food manufacturing, food processing, or a regulated production environment.
- Working knowledge of sanitation chemicals, dilution procedures, and chemical titration.
- Familiarity with Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures (SSOPs), GMPs, and food safety practices.
- Ability to follow written procedures, safety guidelines, and regulatory requirements.
- Basic English communication skills (verbal and written).
- Basic mathematics skills for chemical measurement and documentation.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs (23 kg) and perform physical sanitation tasks as required.
- WHMIS certification is considered an asset.
Benefits
- Comprehensive compensation package with a bonus plan (upon meeting eligibility criteria).
- Group health benefits.
- Retirement plans.
- Extensive training and opportunities for career advancement.
- Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
- Promotion of sustainable practices and initiatives aligned with Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles.
Schedule
10:00 pm to 7:00 am