Sanitation Supervisor 3rd Shift

Generous Brands is dedicated to inspiring people to thrive through the power of vibrant nutrition through its leading brands, Bolthouse Farms, Health-Ade, and Evolution Fresh. Generous Brands partners with SAMBAZON to manufacture, distribute and sell SAMBAZON branded beverages.

About the role

This role contributes to Health Ade’s success by overseeing shift manufacturing and production operations, with a strong emphasis in sanitation. The supervisor will ensure all sanitation processes meet regulatory and company standards while supporting production and maintenance teams to maintain efficient plant operations.

Location: Torrance, CA
FLSA Status: Exempt; Salary
Employment Category: Full Time - Regular

Responsibilities

• Sanitation Oversight (Primary)
  • Lead and support sanitation team members to ensure all cleaning and sanitation tasks are completed
  • Direct and monitor all sanitation workers and schedules sanitation activities in accordance with the Master Sanitation Schedule (MSS)
  • Drive the engagement, development, and performance of all members of their team
  • Direct SSOP program and master sanitation program; directly verify compliance by the sanitation crew, review and maintain all documentation
  • Provide or coordinate on-going training and ensure development of the sanitation crew to ensure that sanitation partners possess active working knowledge of all sanitation and cleaning procedures
  • Execute and support CIP, COP, and external sanitation activities per approved procedures
  • Ensure cleaning/sanitation chemicals and tools are being used safely, correctly, and effectively
  • Work with the Production Manager to identify resource needs
  • Control the Sanitation Department budgets by properly utilizing resources and developing cost-savings ideas
  • Participate in selection, discipline, evaluation, and development of department members
  • Order required supplies for sanitation processes
• Quality Assurance & Compliance
  • Assist the Quality Assurance Department with inspection and testing activities through stages of the manufacturing processes to ensure internal and regulatory standards are met
  • Collaborate with QA, Production, and Maintenance staff to solve food safety and quality issues
  • Maintain product quality through adherence to good manufacturing practices, Food Safety Preventative Controls, product specifications, and quality procedures
  • Monitor and document quality measures using analytical tools
  • Assist with internal and external audits (GMP, SQF, FDA, customer) by providing documentation and operational support
• Safety
  • Demonstrate and understand safety as our core value and follow the key essentials to safety as set forth by our safety resolution; coach others to do the same
  • Understand and follow established safety guidelines, consistently comply with all safety procedures (e.g., PPE, Lock Out Tag Out)
  • Reinforce safe practices to other team members and provide coaching when witness to unsafe practices
  • Act as a safety change agent (e.g., CPR/First Aid certification; active engagement in safety committee, drive safety initiatives for department)
• Maintenance Support
  • Provide leadership and guidance to maintenance technicians during the 3rd shift
  • Troubleshoot minor equipment issues and perform basic repairs or adjustments
  • Collaborate with maintenance to prioritize repairs and preventative maintenance tasks that impact sanitation or production readiness
  • Ensure all equipment cleaning and maintenance tasks are coordinated to minimize downtime
• Production Support
  • Support production teams to ensure lines are ready for start-up after sanitation completion
  • Communicate operational status, sanitation coverage, and maintenance issues to production and leadership teams
  • Assist in monitoring production metrics and identifying operational bottlenecks related to sanitation or equipment
• Environmental & Compliance Oversight
  • Manage environmental program and communicate potential wastewater or discharge concerns to QA or site leadership
  • Write and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) in accordance with Controlled Documents Policy
  • Ensure only approved sanitation chemicals and tools are used
  • Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment
• Perform other duties as needed in support of business objectives and Health-Ade Mission & Values
• Maintain regular and consistent attendance and punctuality
• Responsible for onboarding and training of sanitation employees, including MSS expectations, chemical safety, CIP/COP basics, and external cleaning standards

Requirements

• Minimum Qualifications:
  • High school diploma or GED required, with 3+ years of experience in manufacturing, food production, or sanitation
  • Experience leading or training teams
• Preferred Qualifications:
  • Familiarity with Master Sanitation Schedules (MSS) and sanitation documentation systems
  • Exposure to food safety programs such as GMPs, SQF, or FDA-regulated environments
  • Experience supporting pre-op inspections or sanitation verifications
  • Basic computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Physical Demands:
  • Must be able to lift and/or carry up to 50 lbs. occasionally
  • Must be able to grasp with fingers and hand for extended periods of time in a repetitive motion
  • Must be able to use 3-points of contact when climbing or descending stairs
  • Must be able to stoop, bend at knees, and/or crouch in a repetitive manner
  • Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods of time
  • Must be able to work in environmental exposure including, but not limited to, freezer and noisy, cold, wet, or humid conditions of 34°F or below
  • Occasional exposure to fumes, airborne particles, toxic, and/or caustic chemicals
  • Occasional material exposure to moving mechanical parts and equipment (forklifts, pallet jacks, etc.)

Schedule

3rd Shift – Monday through Saturday from 7:00pm to 3:30am; 6-day workweek schedule. Weekends, overtime, holidays, and/or rotating shift and day off schedules may be mandatory based on business and departmental needs.

Pay

$75,000 to $80,000 annual

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision
• Group Life and AD&D
• Voluntary Life and AD&D
• Group Short & Long-Term Disability
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Gym Membership Discounts