Associate Sanitation Supervisor

Schwan’s Company, a U.S. affiliate of the global lifestyle brand CJ CheilJedang Corporation, is a leader in manufacturing and marketing quality foods enjoyed nationwide. We have beloved brands like Red Baron®, Tony’s®, Big Daddy’s®, Villa Prima™ and Freschetta® pizzas; bibigo®, Pagoda® Asian-style snacks and we can’t forget Mrs. Smith’s® and Edwards® pies! We bring families and communities together through great food. Join our team and see the opportunities are real, and the sky is the limit; this isn’t just a job, it’s a seat at the table!

We are hiring an Associate Sanitation Supervisor in Stilwell OK. This position under direct or limited supervision is responsible for providing leadership, technical expertise, and applied expertise to the sanitation team to deliver effective and efficient cleaning and sanitizing of the manufacturing facility and equipment. The incumbent will bring a continuous improvement mindset to meet customer, regulatory, and company expectations.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and supervise cleaning and sanitizing of production, packaging, and storage equipment, ensuring compliance with the master sanitation schedule.
• Ensure effective execution of cleaning using verification methods (ATP, APC testing, etc.) and monitor sanitation performance against defined metrics.
• Ensure compliance with USDA, FDA, GMPs, HACCP, and SSOP standards while coordinating with operational stakeholders for cleaning schedules.
• Manage sanitation documentation (procedures, Master Sanitation Plan) to meet customer, regulatory, and audit requirements.
• Oversee chemical usage, inventory, and ensure safe, compliant use of cleaning chemicals per OSHA and food safety regulations.
• Drive continuous improvement in sanitation programs, collaborating with key stakeholders and utilizing CI tools like Lean and Six Sigma.
• Supervise, train, and develop sanitation team members, ensuring they meet food safety and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications:

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent. Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience.
• Demonstrated leadership skills.
• Knowledge of various chemicals used in the sanitation process preferred.
• Strong communication skills in English (both verbal and written).
• Ability to read, interpret, and execute against documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, government regulations, and procedure manual.
• Ability to compile information and develop/maintain routine reports and correspondence.
• Detail-oriented, ability to take initiative, and ability to work with a sense of urgency in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong project management skills.
• Knowledge of food safety, HACCP and basic food regulatory requirements.

Compensation and Benefits:

The base salary range for this position is $54,000 to 89,000 annually with eligibility for a  5% annual incentive bonus, that is based on organizational performance. The pay range represents the numerous factors considered in the hiring decisions including, but not limited to educations, skills, work experience, certifications, geography etc. As such, starting pay for the successful candidate(s) could fall anywhere within the stated range. Beyond base salary, we offer a competitive Total Rewards package focusing on your overall well-being. We are proud to offer a strong foundation of health benefits, retirement and financial wellbeing, time off programs, wellbeing support programs.

The employing subsidiaries of Schwan's Company are Equal Employment Opportunity Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, age, race, color, religion, gender, vet status, national origin, or other protected class.