Sanitation Manager - 3rd shift - Indianapolis opportunity

Sanitation Manager – 3rd Shift – Indianapolis, Indiana Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will lead third‑shift sanitation operations on the 3rd shift, which is 11:00 pm – 7:00 am Monday thru Friday. The role may involve weekend work and is located at our Indianapolis, Indiana manufacturing facility. You will play a critical role in maintaining food safety, regulatory compliance, and a safe work environment by providing hands‑on leadership, cross‑functional collaboration, and continuous improvement of sanitation programs that protect our products and our people. Employment type: Direct Hire A Taste of Responsibilities Lead, coach, and develop the third‑shift sanitation and production supervisory team to support a safe, clean, and compliant manufacturing environment (over 2 sanitation supervisors and 1 production supervisor). Implement and manage sanitation programs that meet federal, state, and company food safety and regulatory requirements. Manage activities associated with the plant Master Sanitation Schedule. Conduct scheduled inspections of equipment, production areas, and facility spaces to identify and resolve sanitation gaps. Partner with production, maintenance, and quality teams to address sanitation challenges and improve processes. Recommend and support improvements to equipment, facility layout, lighting, and ventilation to enhance sanitation effectiveness. Manage vendor relationships related to sanitation chemicals, pest control services, and uniform programs, ensuring contract compliance and service quality. Monitor sanitation expenses and support development of the annual department budget. Support development and implementation of standard operating procedures and provide training focused on safety, food safety, and sanitation best practices. Lead safety coaching and reinforce Good Manufacturing Practices and safe work standards. Track sanitation performance metrics, analyze trends, and implement action plans to close gaps. Participate in continuous improvement initiatives supporting safety, quality, service, and cost objectives. Ingredients Required for Success High school diploma or GED required. Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Microbiology, Chemistry, Food Science, or a related field preferred. At least 3–5 years of experience leading teams in a manufacturing or food production environment with a sanitation or quality focus, with at least some experience in sanitation management. If no degree, a minimum of 8 years of sanitation management experience is required. Must come from a food manufacturer; flexibility with food type is acceptable. Significant experience as a direct in‑house sanitation employee rather than a contracted external service. Supervisory experience supporting employee development, coaching, and performance management. Working knowledge of sanitation programs, food safety regulations, and manufacturing equipment. Experience with root cause analysis and corrective action implementation. Managerial level experience with continuous improvement is required. Experience managing sanitation‑related budgets and vendor contracts preferred. Experience with CIP (both dry and wet cleaning) is a plus. Experience with SAP and Food Lock preferred. Experience with SQFA is a plus. Physical Requirements More information about essential tasks and the facility will be shared during the hiring process. This role may require you to be in our manufacturing facilities. When visiting these sites, the physical requirements below may apply: You may be required to walk around the facility, climb stairs/ladders, kneel, or perform repetitive tasks that require hand‑eye coordination. You may be required to lift or carry materials that can vary in weight and size. This is a manufacturing environment with large, moving equipment. Noise levels can be high, and temperatures may vary. Relocation Assistance Relocation assistance is available for this position nationally and includes a relocation package. Benefits Health: Comprehensive healthcare plans, wellness incentive program, mental wellbeing support, and fitness reimbursement. Wealth: Great pay, bonus incentive opportunity up to 10%, matching 401(k) up to 6% with company contribution of another 3%, and a stock purchase plan. Growth: Career development opportunities, employee resource groups, on‑demand learning, and tuition reimbursement. Balance: Paid‑time off, parental leave, flexible work schedules (subject to location and role), and volunteer opportunities. Company Our company is a major, large, and established food company with well‑known brands. We aspire to have the most impactful, energetic, and inclusive culture in food and empower employees to reach their potential, make an impact, and own their careers. We are in the business of building champions—within our people and our iconic brands—and extending our commitment to innovation that positively impacts teams, communities, and the planet. #J-18808-Ljbffr