Manager, Bakery-Sanitation

Hungry for a career that’s as rewarding as it is delicious?

At Aspire Bakeries, we don’t just bake breads, cookies, and cakes - we create foods that bring people together. From La Brea Bakery® artisan breads to Otis Spunkmeyer® cookies, our products are enjoyed by millions of people every day. And behind every bite are talented manufacturing and support teams who take pride in their work and our food.

We’re looking for hard-working people who will bring integrity, creativity, and a passion for excellence to everything they do - whether that’s on the bakery floor, in the office, or supporting customers. In return, we offer a workplace culture built on care, ownership, and growth - where your contributions matter and your career can rise as high as our bread loaves!

With 13 commercial bakeries across North America and a reputation as an industry leader, Aspire Bakeries is rising together with our people and our customers to be the best all-around bakery solution. If you’re ready to grow with us, we’d love to hear from you.

• Culture – Our culture thrives on collaboration, diversity, and a shared passion for excellence. We support team members, empower growth, and encourage everyone to bring their authentic selves to work.
• Health & Wellness – Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus company-paid life insurance and additional voluntary options to fit your needs.
• Work-Life Balance – Paid parental leave, generous paid time off, and holidays so you can recharge and spend time on what matters most.
• Financial Security – Competitive retirement plans, plus short- and long-term disability coverage for peace of mind.
• Growth & Development – Opportunities to build skills, grow your career, and develop expertise through Aspire Bakeries’ learning and development programs.
• Flexibility & Support – HSA and FSA plans to help you manage everyday expenses.
• Recognition & Rewards – Performance incentive plans that celebrate achievements across sales, bakery performance, and individual contributions.

We are seeking a Sanitation Manager to join our team at our Ontario, CA bakery. As a Sanitation Manager, you will serve as the subject matter expert for food manufacturing hygiene, sanitation programs, and sanitary design. You will lead the sanitation function, ensure compliance with food safety standards, and drive a culture of cleanliness, safety, and operational excellence.

• Rotating based on production needs.
• Weekend availability:
  Required.

• Salary Range: $85,000 – $112,000.

• Lead sanitation programs to ensure regulatory compliance, equipment hygiene, and facility cleanliness.
• Develop, maintain, and improve sanitation processes, including SSOPs, master sanitation schedules, and audit readiness.
• Manage department staffing, training, performance, and budget to support operational goals.
• Implement and uphold GFSI standards, including BRC or SQF, to ensure world‑class food safety compliance.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance sanitation efficiency, safety, and sustainability.
• Partner with cross‑functional teams and external vendors to support sanitation operations and improvement projects.
• Use data, metrics, and inspection systems to validate sanitation performance and ensure program effectiveness.

• Bachelor’s degree in a science‑related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 8+ years of experience in food manufacturing and sanitation; 5+ years in a sanitation leadership role.
• Experience with GFSI standards (BRC or SQF) and HACCP principles.
• Strong leadership, communication, and team development capabilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Ability to travel up to 10% as needed.

• HACCP certification.
• Bilingual capability.
• Experience using Klenz or similar sanitation management software.
• Experience leading sanitation programs in large‑scale bakery or food production environments.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability…