Sanitation Manager
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Job Description
Lead Sanitation Excellence at a Mission-Driven High-Growth Food Manufacturer
Job Details:
Vernon CA (Plant Based)
$95000$120000
Marketing Message:
Are you a strategic and hands-on Sanitation leader ready to play a critical role in food safety and operational excellence Archer Meat Snacksthe fastest-growing jerky brand in the Natural and Specialty Channelis hiring a Sanitation Manager to lead our sanitation operations at our Vernon CA facility.
This is a high-impact leadership role where youll oversee sanitation performance strategy compliance and team development across multiple shifts. Youll partner closely with cross-functional teams the FSQA Director and external stakeholders to drive world-class sanitation standards that directly support our commitment to safe high-quality products and continued growth. Were seeking a results-oriented collaborative leader who brings deep technical expertise thrives in fast-paced environments and leads from the floor with a passion for team development and continuous improvement.
What Youll Own & Impact:
- Lead mentor and develop sanitation supervisors and frontline teams across all shifts
- Oversee execution and improvement of SSOPs Master Sanitation Schedules and sanitation KPIs
- Ensure compliance with USDA/FDA regulations GFSI schemes (SQF/BRC) and customer standards
- Serve as site SME on sanitation best practices chemical usage safety and hygienic design
- Lead sanitation readiness for audits pre-ops ATP testing and environmental monitoring
- Drive root cause analysis (RCA) CAPAs and data-driven continuous improvement initiatives
- Manage sanitation budgeting vendor partnerships and training programs
- Champion a strong safety-first culture and promote team accountability in sanitation performance
What Sets You Apart:
- 5 years of progressive sanitation leadership experience in USDA and/or FDA-regulated food facilities
- Proven success in leading high-performing sanitation teams and driving KPI results
- Strong working knowledge of SSOPs MSS food safety programs and sanitation verification
- Expertise in GFSI-based programs (SQF/BRC) Organic Gluten Free and customer standards
- Skilled in CI methodologies (Kaizen 5S DMAIC PDCA) and problem-solving tools (5-Why Fishbone SPC)
- Experienced with budget oversight cross-functional project management and audit preparation
- Effective communicator with excellent documentation and training capabilities
- Advanced computer skills (ERP systems MS Office digital compliance tools)
- High personal integrity attention to detail and a hands-on servant leadership style
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelors Degree in Food Science Engineering or a related technical field
- Current HACCP PCQI or FSMA certifications
- Experience with sanitation chemical vendors hygienic design and production changeovers
- Bilingual (Spanish-English) a plus!
Why Join Archer Meat Snacks
- Impact: Shape sanitation programs that directly influence product safety and company growth
- Leadership: Take full ownership of your function while partnering with senior leaders
- Culture: Fast-moving collaborative environment where initiative and accountability are rewarded
- Benefits: Competitive salary 100% employee-paid medical coverage and growth opportunities in a thriving brand
Location & Schedule:
This is a full-time on-site leadership role located in Vernon CA covering night shift operations. Availability to work weekends holidays or extended hours as needed is essential.
Apply Today:
If you are a proactive leader who thrives on driving food safety building strong teams and owning your function from strategy to execution then we want to hear from you! Join Archer Meat Snacks and help shape the future of clean-label high-protein snacking.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
