Sanitation Program Lead Supervisor - ARGO Plant

Sanitation Program Lead Supervisor - ARGO Plant

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$93,100.00/yr - $/yr

ACH Food Companies, Inc. (ACH) is a prominent consumer packaged goods company. In North America, we market, sell, and manufacture a premier branded portfolio of cooking oils and baking ingredients and food service brands in the US, Canada, Puerto Rico, and Mexico. As the U.S. division of Associated British Foods (ABF), a $20 billion-dollar global food business, we have the backing and resources of one of the world’s largest food companies, which empowers us to deliver consistent innovation and sustained growth.

We encourage an entrepreneurial spirit, where people have the autonomy to create and deliver within their business.

The Sanitation Program Lead Supervisor is responsible for leading the sanitation team to ensure the facility meets all cleanliness, hygiene, and food safety standards. This role plays a critical part in maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements and supporting production efficiency. This role works in-person, on-site at the Argo Plant. Plant operations are Monday-Friday, with some Saturdays and possible, though rare, Sundays;

three (3) shifts run from 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM, 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM, and 11:00 PM - 7:00 AM (Central time). This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

• Develop full-scale project plans and associated communications documents
• Maintain the facility’s Master Sanitation Schedule (MSS)
• Oversee the 7 Steps of Sanitation
• Supervise and coordinate sanitation team activities across all shifts
• Develop and maintain sanitation schedules and ensure timely execution
• Implement and enforce SSOPs (Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures) and GMPs (Good Manufacturing Practices)
• Ensure compliance with FDA, USDA, OSHA, and company-specific food safety standards
• Conduct routine inspections and audits of equipment, production areas, and sanitation processes
• Train, coach and mentor sanitation staff on proper cleaning procedures, chemical handling, sampling techniques, and safety protocols
• Maintain accurate records of sanitation activities including validation and verification of sanitation procedures, chemical usage, and corrective actions
• Collaborate and partner with QA, Maintenance, and Production teams to resolve sanitation-related issues
• Ensure compliance with food safety requirements; support regulatory inspections, audits and customer visits with sanitation and EMP documentation
• Manage inventory of sanitation supplies and coordinate with procurement as needed
• Support internal and external audits, including documentation and corrective action plans
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance sanitation effectiveness and efficiency
• Other duties as assigned by the Quality Manager or plant leadership

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Microbiology, or related field preferred
• Minimum 5 years of sanitation experience in a food or packaging manufacturing environment as a Lead or Supervisor
• Prior supervisory or team lead experience
• Strong knowledge of HACCP, GMPs, SSOPs, and food safety regulations
• Ability to lead and motivate a team in a fast‑paced environment
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem‑solving skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and sanitation tracking systems
• Strong leadership and team development skills
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, climb, and lift up to 50 lbs
• Ability to walk, sit and stand for extended periods of times daily
• Exposure to cleaning chemicals, wet environments, and varying temperatures
• Must wear PPE and follow all safety protocols

• Comprehensive PPO Medical Plan
• Dental Insurance
• Free Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Matching Program
• Eleven (11) paid holidays per year
• Parental Leave
• On-site Gym

• Starting Salary Range: $93,100 - $117,900 USD annual salary range.
• This is the starting base pay range. Exact…