SinnovaTek | SinnoVita | FirstWave · 4 hours ago
FSQA & Sanitation Supervisor (5pm-1:30am Mon-Fri)
Middlesex, NC, US
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$72K/yr - $80K/yr
4+ years expSinnovaTek is a company focused on food safety and quality assurance, and they are seeking an FSQA & Sanitation Supervisor to oversee food safety and sanitation operations during the night shift. This role is responsible for leading FSQA and Sanitation Technicians, ensuring compliance with food safety standards, and driving continuous improvement in sanitation processes.
B2BConsultingFood and Beverage
Responsibilities
Manage and build a strong team of FSQA and Sanitation Technicians through coaching, mentoring, training, and performance evaluations
Plan nightly sanitation and FSQA workloads, ensuring adequate coverage and timely task completion
Provide leadership presence on the floor; ensure compliance with GMPs, sanitation SOPs, and all safety requirements
Foster teamwork and accountability within the sanitation staff through clear expectations, communication, and follow-up
Oversee and validate all CIP, COP, and SIP operations, ensuring compliance with sanitation SOPs and chemical usage guidelines
Ensure all cleaning, sanitizing, and verification activities are completed as scheduled and documented
Conduct and document pre-operational inspections, ATP testing, and micro-swabbing to verify effectiveness of sanitation prior to production
Manage re-cleaning, re-testing, and verification when pre-op or micro results fail to meet standards
Ensure proper chemical handling, storage, PPE use, and compliance with OSHA safety standards
Maintain organized, sanitary, and safe conditions across all areas of the facility
Support environmental monitoring and assist in corrective actions for any out-of-spec results
Oversee FSQA activities including raw material inspections, in-process and finished product testing, and environmental monitoring
Ensure compliance with GMPs, HACCP, SQF, FDA, and customer standards
Support calibration, performance verification, and documentation of analytical and microbiological testing equipment
Review and update food safety and quality programs, SOPs, and records as part of continuous improvement
Participate in internal and external audits, customer visits, and regulatory inspections as a subject matter expert
Assist in root cause investigations and implement corrective and preventive actions for non-conformances
Maintain accurate and complete records of sanitation activities, inspections, corrective actions, and verification results
Support FSQA in maintaining compliance with SQF, FDA, and GFSI standards
Participate in internal audits, external audits, and customer inspections as a sanitation subject matter expert
Review and refine sanitation SOPs and master cleaning schedules as part of continuous improvement initiatives
Develop and monitor sanitation KPIs, such as cleaning completion rates, pre-op pass/fail results, chemical usage efficiency, downtime, and staffing performance metrics
Develop and monitor KPIs related to sanitation effectiveness, pre-op pass/fail rates, micro performance, chemical usage, downtime, and staffing efficiency
Track FSQA metrics such as deviations, holds, rework, and customer complaints
Analyze sanitation and quality data to identify trends, root causes, and opportunities for improvement
Communicate sanitation and FSQA performance metrics weekly to management and operations teams
Ensure compliance with OSHA and company safety standards for chemical handling, confined spaces, and lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures
Drive continuous improvement in sanitation effectiveness, labor efficiency, and chemical usage optimization
Collaborate with FSQA and Operations to identify, test, and implement improved sanitation methods, equipment, or materials
Support environmental monitoring programs and corrective action processes
Work closely with FSQA and Production to ensure smooth start-up after sanitation, minimizing downtime and contamination risk
Communicate effectively across departments regarding sanitation status, delays, or issues affecting production readiness
Assist FSQA leadership in root cause investigations and corrective actions related to sanitation or microbiological non-conformances
Utilize assigned cleaning equipment, along with appropriate chemicals to CIP, COP, and SIP, all production equipment
Perform intense, and thorough cleaning including washing walls, ceilings, floors, drains, pipes, and miscellaneous equipment used during the production run
Foam, and wash outside of all machines, equipment, and tanks
Stocks and maintains designated areas with supplies
Remove trash/recycling, debris, and obstructions ensuring the cleanliness and safety of the Plant
Diligently follow GMPs, all safety and health policies and regulations, as well as wearing proper PPE
Conduct pre-operational swabbing of food contact and non-food contact surfaces to verify sanitation effectiveness
Assist in root cause analysis and corrective actions for failed swab results, ensuring re-cleaning and re-testing as needed
Maintain detailed records for compliance, audits, and continuous improvement efforts
Creating and maintaining complete, accurate records of all testing performed
Batching & Processing assistance
Maintain all documentation associated with sanitation
Uphold SQF requirements including promotion of a strong & positive food safety culture
Active involvement in implementation, upkeep and continuous improvement of food safety as part of an interdisciplinary team
Stewardship for our B-corp mission to promote worldwide health and wellness by fostering the delivery of high quality, healthy foods through sustainable methods
May assist with special projects and completes other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
Ability to lead and motivate diverse teams across shifts
Knowledge of sanitation processes for aseptic, hot fill, or other food manufacturing systems
Proficiency with sanitation chemicals, CIP/COP systems, and verification testing methods (ATP and Allergen swabbing, micro testing)
Strong organizational and documentation skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, SharePoint)
Understanding of SQF, HACCP, GMP, and FDA regulatory standards
Familiarity with OSHA and chemical safety standards
Excellent time management and the ability to adapt to shifting priorities
Collaborative mindset with a commitment to promoting a strong food safety and sustainability culture
Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Microbiology, or related field or minimum of 4 years experience in FSQA role
HACCP Certification required (or ability to obtain)
PCQI certification required
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
Ability to kneel, bend, and fit in difficult positions as required for equipment
Ability to lift at a maximum 30 lbs
Ability to work in environment with varying temperatures (i.e. no climate control)
Preferred
3–5 years of experience in food manufacturing is preferred
Strong knowledge of HACCP, GMP, SQF, and sanitation processes (CIP/COP/SIP)
Experience with aseptic or hot fill operations strongly preferred
SQF Practitioner or Sanitation Management certification preferred
Company
SinnovaTek | SinnoVita | FirstWave
At SinnovaTek, we provide an ecosystem of solutions for food production through our family of companies.
11-50 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Early StageTotal Funding
$5.08MKey Investors
Lewis & Clark AgriFoodOne North Carolina Small Business Program
2021-07-14Seed· $5M
2021-02-02Grant· $0.07M
2020-11-01Non Equity Assistance
Leadership Team
Michael Druga
President & CEO
Amanda Vargochik
Cofounder and Chief Innovation Officer
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