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Sanitation Program Manager (Food/Beverage manufacturer)
Sanitation Program Manager (Food/Beverage manufacturer)Baldwin Richardson Foods • Westmont, IL, US
Sanitation Program Manager (Food / Beverage manufacturer)

Sanitation Program Manager (Food / Beverage manufacturer)

Baldwin Richardson Foods • Westmont, IL, US
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Job Description

Job Description

WHO WE ARE

Baldwin Richardson Foods is focused on enriching the flavor of life. As a full-service liquid products supplier and strategic partner to the food and beverage industry, Baldwin Richardson Foods combines its formulation expertise and unique packaging options with robust processing capabilities to produce high-quality sauces, toppings, syrups, fillings, and shelf-stable beverages for the world's most iconic Quick Service Restaurants (QSRs), Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) brands, and food service companies. Its state-of-the-art Innovation & Culinary Center transforms trends and culinary inspiration into legendary products through an award-winning commercialization process. The company also manufactures and markets Mrs. Richardson's dessert sauces and Nance's mustards / condiments in addition to producing finished goods for the private label sector. BRF maintains its headquarters and a manufacturing facility in Macedon, New York; with a Culinary Innovation Center in Westmont, Illinois; and offices and manufacturing facilities in Williamson, New York; Pennsauken, New Jersey; and Corona, California. This role can report into any of our manufacturing facilities to include : Corona, CA / Pennsauken, NJ / Macedon, NY or Williamson, NY (hybrid with up to 40% travel).

WHAT WE NEED

The Sanitation Program Manager is vital for reducing microbiological and chemical risks and preventing product contamination and will be responsible for directing the Sanitation program across the organization's manufacturing locations. This role is essential in ensuring all current Food Safety Standards are met and driving sanitation excellence throughout the enterprise.

The Sanitation Program Manager will develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive sanitation and hygienic design standards and programs, including SSOPs, and ensure their consistent application company-wide. This role will provide sanitation expertise, training, and troubleshooting support and will be responsible for the management of sanitation chemical programs and pest control across all sites. Through regular audits and inspections, this role will identify risks, provide guidance, and ensure adherence to standards and regulations.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

Leadership & Oversight

  • Direct sanitation and production teams to ensure safe, effective cleaning (CIP, COP, manual).
  • Develop and standardize sanitation programs and procedures, including SSOP, HACCP, FDA, USDA, BRC, and SQF standards.
  • Provide guidance on CIP system design, maintenance, and operation.

Program Management

  • Maintain and annually review the Master Sanitation Schedule and SSOPs.
  • Manage sanitation changeover matrix and support new product cleaning needs.
  • Conduct annual internal audits of the Sanitation Program.
  • Issue Resolution & Continuous Improvement

  • Troubleshoot sanitation and quality issues; implement corrective actions.
  • Identify and propose improvements to reduce waste, downtime, and enhance efficiency.
  • Compliance & Documentation

  • Ensure compliance with safety protocols, PPE use, and training requirements.
  • Maintain documentation for regulatory and customer audits.
  • Support internal, GFSI (SQF), and customer audits as a subject matter expert.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Partner with Quality / Food Safety to validate sanitation effectiveness.
  • Collaborate with Engineering, Maintenance, and R&D on hygienic equipment design and capital prioritization.
  • Environmental Monitoring & Allergen Control

  • Coordinate corrective / preventive actions for environmental monitoring and allergen validation.
  • Complete annual cleaning and allergen validations.
  • Microbiology & Lab Oversight

  • Supervise microbiology team; ensure accurate, timely testing using validated methods.
  • Assure consistent measurement from raw materials to finished goods.
  • Vendor & Chemical Management

  • Oversee external partners (chemical suppliers, pest control).
  • Analyze chemical needs; recommend vendors with Procurement.
  • Maintain chemical safety procedures and SDSs.
  • Lead chemical handling and sanitation training (onboarding and annual).
  • WHAT YOU WILL NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL

  • Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Microbiology, Chemistry, or related field (Master’s preferred).
  • Multi-site experience is preferred.
  • 5+ years of experience in food manufacturing (or closely related industry) sanitation, including CIP / COP systems.
  • Strong knowledge of food safety standards (FDA, GFSI (SQF), HACCP, GMP).
  • Experience being the subject matter expert in sanitation programs, audits, and regulatory compliance.
  • Proven leadership skills, including cross- functionally / outside of direct management.
  • Familiarity with environmental monitoring, allergen control, and microbiological testing.
  • Knowledge and experience with Aseptic systems and Sterilization in Place (SIP) is preferred.
  • At BRF, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. Your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

    You’ll also receive a comprehensive benefits package including a low premium and out of pocket cost medical, dental and vision coverage, 401k with company match, generous sick and vacation time, 9 paid holidays, birthday and floating holidays, volunteer time and more!

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