Sanitation Supervisor

PACIFIC AMERICAN FISH CO INC•Vernon, CA

2d•$70,000 - $85,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Sanitation Supervisor is responsible for overseeing and coordinating all sanitation activities in the seafood processing facility to ensure compliance with food safety, quality, and regulatory standards. This role leads a team of sanitation workers, ensures the proper cleaning and sanitizing of all equipment and work areas, and upholds company policies and procedures related to hygiene and sanitation.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required; associate or bachelor’s degree preferred.
3+ years of sanitation experience in a food manufacturing or seafood processing environment.
1+ year of supervisory or lead experience.
Knowledge of HACCP, GMPs, SSOPs, and food safety regulations.
Ability to read and interpret SDS (Safety Data Sheets), sanitation procedures, and equipment manuals.
Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
Ability to work flexible shifts, including evenings, weekends, or overnight, depending on production schedules.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.

Responsibilities

Supervise and schedule sanitation staff to ensure the facility is cleaned effectively and efficiently in accordance with regulatory and company requirements.
Ensure cleaning procedures meet all FDA, USDA, HACCP, GMP, and company sanitation standards.
Train sanitation employees on safe chemical handling, equipment cleaning procedures, and personal hygiene standards.
Conduct daily inspections of processing equipment, facility infrastructure, and employee practices to ensure compliance.
Document sanitation procedures, cleaning schedules, and inspections using logs and reports.
Communicate and coordinate with production, maintenance, and quality assurance teams to ensure cleaning schedules align with production needs.
Monitor and control inventory of sanitation supplies and chemicals.
Assist in root cause analysis of sanitation-related issues, such as contamination or allergen risks.
Enforce safety protocols and ensure the sanitation team follows proper PPE and lockout/tagout procedures.