SANITATION SUPERVISOR – FOOD MANUFACTURING

Location: Portland, OR
Schedule: Minimum 5 days/week | Weekend availability required
Status: Full-Time | Exempt
Reports To: Sanitation Manager
Compensation: $60,000 – $65,000 annually, depending on experience
We are seeking a proactive and hands-on Sanitation Supervisor to lead and coordinate hygiene and sanitation operations across our production facility. This role plays a critical part in ensuring food safety, regulatory compliance, and sanitation excellence in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
As a Sanitation Supervisor, you will be responsible for day-to-day leadership of a team of up to 15 sanitation technicians, ensuring that all equipment, utensils, and plant areas meet the highest cleanliness and compliance standards.

• Coordinate daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning activities in partnership with the Sanitation Manager
• Lead sanitation operations across your shift, ensuring tasks are completed safely and thoroughly
• Provide technical guidance and support to sanitation technicians
• Prioritize workload to maximize cleaning efficiency and meet tight changeover timelines
• Ensure accurate and timely completion of sanitation documentation and startup records
• Participate in investigations of environmental monitoring positives and assist with root cause analysis
• Operate and train team members on the safe use of cleaning equipment including pressure washers, chemical systems, steam units, and vacuums
• Collaborate cross-functionally with QA and Maintenance teams to address work orders and sanitation needs
• Approve timecards and provide end-of-shift reports to maintain consistent communication across teams