Sanitation Manager

Description

Now Hiring: Sanitation Manager
Reports To:  Corporate Sanitarian
Salary Range:  $100,000 to $120,000

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 inspections

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 

Gehl Foods is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.