Sanitation Program Manager; Food​/Beverage manufacturer

Sanitation Program Manager (Food/Beverage manufacturer)

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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, we combine formulation expertise, unique packaging options, and 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.

Our 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. The company maintains headquarters and manufacturing facilities in Macedon, NY;
Westmont, IL;
Williamson, NY;
Pennsauken, NJ; and Corona, CA. This role can report into any of our manufacturing facilities including:
Corona, CA;
Pennsauken, NJ;
Macedon, NY; or Williamson, NY (hybrid with up to 40% travel).

The Sanitation Program Manager is vital for reducing microbiological and chemical risks and preventing product contamination. This role directs the sanitation program across the organization’s manufacturing locations, ensures all current food safety standards are met, and drives sanitation excellence throughout the enterprise.

• 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

• 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

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

• 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

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

• Coordinate corrective/preventive actions for environmental monitoring and allergen validation
• Complete annual cleaning and allergen validations

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

• 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)

• 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 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!

Mid-Senior level

Full-time

Management and Manufacturing

Food and Beverage Manufacturing