Sanitation Manager - Food Manufacturing Job at TekPro, Hanover Park, IL

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  • TekPro
  • Hanover Park, IL

Job Description

As the Sanitation Manager, you’ll build, lead, and maintain world-class sanitation programs that comply with industry standards and meet rigorous internal quality benchmarks. You will work cross-functionally with production, quality, and maintenance teams to implement lasting improvements in sanitation practices, chemical management, documentation, and regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive sanitation programs aligned with SSOP, BRC, USDA, FDA, and SQF requirements.
  • Maintain the master sanitation schedule, ensuring accuracy and compliance documentation.
  • Conduct routine inspections and internal audits to verify cleanliness of facilities and equipment.
  • Manage sanitation chemical inventory and procurement.
  • Lead, train, and supervise the sanitation team, ensuring full regulatory understanding and performance accountability.
  • Partner with regulatory agencies and internal stakeholders on sanitation compliance, inspections, and continuous improvement.
  • Drive root cause analysis and CAPA execution for sanitation-related issues.
  • Champion plant-wide sanitation initiatives and risk mitigation strategies.
  • Maintain updated sanitation policies and communicate changes throughout the organization.
  • Collaborate with Quality Assurance and Maintenance to ensure smooth line startups and effective sanitization protocols.
  • Promote a safety-first culture aligned with food safety and regulatory frameworks.
  • Support overall food safety and quality goals in the plant.

What You Bring

  • Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Industrial or Manufacturing Engineering, or related field.
  • 5–7 years of sanitation management experience in food manufacturing.
  • Strong understanding of sanitation chemicals, cleaning processes, and equipment systems.
  • Deep knowledge of GMP, HACCP, FDA, SQF, PMO, and OSHA standards.
  • Proven leadership skills with a hands-on, team-oriented management approach.
  • High attention to detail and passion for cleanliness and hygiene excellence.
  • Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
  • Fluency in Spanish required.

Why Join Us?

  • Lead and influence a key function at a high-performing food manufacturer.
  • Work cross-functionally in a collaborative, safety- and quality-driven environment.
  • Take ownership of innovative sanitation strategies with long-term impact.
  • Enjoy competitive compensation, benefits, and growth opportunities.

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