Sanitation Manager
Description

Now Hiring: Sanitation Manager
Reports To:  Corporate Sanitation
Salary Range:  $105,000 to $118,000

Why join our team?  

  • Full benefits package – medical, dental, vision & 401(k) match  
  • Generous PTO & holidays  
  • Growth opportunities to expand skillsets & enhance career  
  • Amazing team & culture focused on:  Communication | Community| Wellness  

Other Benefits & Programs We Offer:  

  • Tuition reimbursement  
  • HSA Medical plan option with annual company contribution  
  • Referral bonus program  
  • Perks at Work – discounts on shopping, travel & more  
  • Proven continued business growth for future opportunities  

Position Overview
We are seeking a Sanitation Manager to lead sanitation strategy, programs, and teams in a food manufacturing environment. This role ensures sanitation effectiveness, audit readiness, and compliance while driving a strong culture of food safety and continuous improvement.


Key Responsibilities 

  • Lead sanitation programs across production, equipment, and facilities
  • Ensure compliance with FDA, USDA, OSHA, and GFSI/SQF standards
  • Develop and maintain SSOPs and Master Sanitation Schedules
  • Oversee Environmental Monitoring (EMP), Pest Control (IPM), and CIP validation
  • Partner with Quality, Operations, and Maintenance to minimize contamination risk
  • Conduct audits, inspections, and corrective actions
  • Manage sanitation chemicals, equipment, and supply inventory
  • Train, coach, and lead sanitation teams across shifts
  • Drive continuous improvement using data and performance trends
  • Maintain audit readiness for internal, customer, and regulatory inspection
Requirements
  • 5+ years of sanitation experience in food or beverage manufacturing 
  • 2+ years of leadership experience 
  • Strong knowledge of FDA, USDA, GMPs, HACCP, and GFSI/SQF 
  • Experience with sanitation chemicals, CIP systems, and environmental monitoring 
  • Proven leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills 
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office 

Preferred

  • Bachelor’s degree in food science, Microbiology, or related field 
  • Audit experience and continuous improvement background

About Us Gehl Foods is a fast-growing food and beverage manufacturer, known for ready-to-serve products like nacho cheese and protein shakes—no refrigeration needed! We lead with safety, quality, and teamwork in everything we do.  Feed your future at gehlfoodandbeverage.com  

Salary Description
$105,000 to $118,000