SYNEAR FOODS USA is hiring: Sanitation Assistant Manager – 3rd Shift in Los Ange

Overview

Position Title: Sanitation Assistant Manager – 3rd Shift

Department: Sanitation

Reports To: QA/Sanitation Manager

FLSA Status: Exempt / Full-Time

Shift: 3rd Shift (Overnight)

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate sanitation activities on the 3rd shift to ensure the facility is ready for the next day’s production.
• Oversee proper cleaning and sanitizing of equipment, tools, and facility areas according to SSOPs and HACCP plans.
• Verify effectiveness of sanitation through pre-op inspections, ATP swabbing, and environmental monitoring.
• Work with QA, Production, and Maintenance to correct sanitation-related issues.
• Directly supervise and support the 3rd shift sanitation staff.
• Provide training on cleaning procedures, chemical handling, PPE use, and GMPs.
• Monitor employee performance, provide coaching, and issue corrective actions as needed.
• Promote teamwork, accountability, and food safety culture on 3rd shift.
• Maintain accurate sanitation logs, SSOP records, and verification documents.
• Support audit readiness for USDA, FDA, SQF, and customer requirements.
• Assist with investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective/preventive action implementation for sanitation non-conformances.
• Recommend improvements to enhance efficiency, chemical usage, and water conservation.
• Identify and communicate equipment design or sanitation challenges.
• Support updating and optimizing sanitation schedules and procedures.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Microbiology, or related field preferred; equivalent work experience considered.
• 3+ years of sanitation experience in a food manufacturing environment.
• 1+ year of supervisory or lead experience (preferred on 3rd shift).
• Knowledge of USDA/FDA regulations, HACCP, GMPs, SSOPs, and SQF standards.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong leadership and team management skills, especially in a night-shift setting.
• Proficient knowledge of sanitation chemicals, safety procedures, and cleaning equipment.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Comfortable working overnight hours and managing an overnight crew.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and sanitation recordkeeping.

Working Conditions

• Overnight shift schedule (3rd shift), with potential weekend/holiday coverage as needed.
• Work performed in cold, wet, and humid environments.
• Requires ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and perform physical inspections.
• Exposure to cleaning chemicals with required PPE provided.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Education: Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Sanitation experience in a food manufacturing environment: 3 years (Required)
• Leadership: 1 year (Required)
• Language: Spanish (Preferred)
• Shift availability: Overnight Shift (Required)
• Ability to Commute: Chatsworth, CA 91311 (Required)
• Ability to Relocate: Chatsworth, CA 91311: Relocate before starting work (Required)
• Work Location: In person