Sanitation Leader - Supervisor

Location: Isthmus of Chignecto (River Hébert)

Job Posting    Are you ready for a tasty challenge?
Role overview:
Reporting to the Bakery Manager, the Sanitation Leader-Supervisor provides hands‑on leadership to the Sanitation Team across all shifts at the site, ensuring sanitation activities are performed effectively and to standard. This role is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness of the plant, external premises, and all equipment, machinery, and utensils used in the production process.

The Sanitation Leader-Supervisor is accountable for the development, implementation, execution, and continuous evaluation of the bakery sanitation program, including taking corrective actions to prevent product contamination. The incumbent ensures all Lead Hands and Team Members consistently follow Wonderbrands’ food safety, GMP, HACCP, safety requirements, and Corporate Food Safety Standards while performing their duties.
What Wonderbrands offers:
Wonderbrands believes in Home Grown Talent and accelerated career growth
Competitive compensation, health and dental benefits
Pension plan with matching contributions
Discount program that covers almost everything under the sun - restaurants, gyms, shopping, etc.
Primary Responsibilities     Supervise, lead, and assign daily sanitation tasks in accordance with training levels, staffing, and operational requirements
Coordinate and oversee all sanitation activities to ensure compliance with Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures (SSOPs) and alignment with EAM work orders
Oversee the development, execution, and continuous improvement of the Master Sanitation Schedule (MSS), ensuring all cleaning activities are completed within established time frames
Perform GMP, internal, and random sanitation inspections; communicate results and follow up on corrective actions and deficiencies
Conduct swab testing and collect water samples as required, including monitoring pH levels and maintaining accurate records
Maintain complete and accurate sanitation documentation, including daily, weekly, and monthly records, inspections, corrective actions, and follow-up activities
Train, coach, mentor, and lead sanitation team members; ensure proper training is delivered and training records are maintained
Conduct pre-shift huddles and provide ongoing feedback to team members on performance, expectations, and opportunities for improvement
Foster a strong culture of food safety, teamwork, mutual respect, and accountability by leading by example
Ensure compliance with GMPs, BRC food safety standards, company policies, and all applicable food, health, and safety regulations
Promote and enforce the company’s Health & Safety program, ensuring compliance with Occupational Health & Safety legislation and JHSC recommendations
Ensure all sanitation chemicals are used and mixed according to supplier specifications
Coordinate with QA and Production to ensure effective cleaning and sanitizing practices consistently implemented
Participate in capital projects, new equipment installations, and new product launches by providing sanitation expertise and recommendations
Maintain effective working relationships with internal departments, external customers, and suppliers
Demonstrate sound decision-making skills and strong interpersonal communication
Perform other duties as assigned by the Corporate Sanitation Leader or VP of Sanitation
Required Experience     Minimum 2-3 years of experience in a sanitation environment; food or bakery experience is preferred
Demonstrated leadership experience, with the ability to lead, coach, and mentor a team of 10–15 team members, including permanent and temporary staff
Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills, with the ability to motivate teams to meet operational schedules
Proven ability to work independently with minimal supervision
High level of attention to detail with the ability to identify sanitation issues and ensure cleanliness standards are met
Working knowledge of GMPs, HACCP, BRC, and Occupational Health & Safety (OHSA) requirements
Familiarity with internal and external audits/inspections
Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook); experience with EAM, SAP, and Kronos is…