Sanitation Manager (food / beverage manufacturer)

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 reports into our Pennsauken, NJ manufacturing plant.

WHAT WE NEED

The Sanitation Manager is responsible for leading the site’s sanitation program for low-acid canned foods (LACF) and high-acid aseptic beverages. This role will design, implement, and continuously improve sanitation processes, ensuring full compliance with FDA, GFSI, and customer requirements. The Sanitation Manager will develop team capabilities, ensure operational excellence, and foster a culture of proactive food safety.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

Sanitation Program Leadership

• Develop and implement a comprehensive sanitation program aligned with LACF (21 CFR Part 113), acidified foods (21 CFR Part 114), and aseptic beverage regulatory requirements.
• Write, implement, and maintain Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures (SSOPs) for all equipment and processing areas.
• Lead sanitation validation and verification activities, including allergen and pathogen control programs.
• Partner with Quality Assurance to integrate sanitation into HACCP, Food Safety Plans, and prerequisite programs.
• Partner with Operations to effectively and efficiently execute CIP and SIP procedures.
• Facilitate the execution of the site’s Integrated Pest Management Program.
• Manage key vendor relationships and performance, and maintain appropriate inventories of chemicals, PPE, and other supplies.

Design and Implement Master Sanitation Schedule (MSS)

Team Development & Leadership

Compliance & Audit Readiness

Continuous Improvement

WHAT YOU WILL NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL

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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