Sanitation Assistant Manager – 3rd Shift

Company DescriptionSynear Foods USA is a subsidiary of Synear Food Holdings, one of the largest and most established frozen food manufacturers in China. With a strong heritage of quality and innovation, Synear has been serving consumers worldwide for more than two decades.Synear Foods USA focuses on delivering authentic, convenient, and high-quality frozen food products to meet the diverse tastes of North American consumers. Our product portfolio includes a wide range of dumplings, buns, dim sum, and other ready-to-eat favorites, crafted with carefully selected ingredients and strict quality standards.At Synear Foods USA, we are committed to sharing the rich tradition of Asian cuisine while continuously innovating to create products that fit modern lifestyles. Our mission is to bring families and communities together through food that is delicious, convenient, and trustworthy.Synear is an "at-will", equal opportunity employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, age (40 or over), disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected status under local, state, or federal law.Job DescriptionPosition Title: Sanitation Assistant Manager – 3rd ShiftDepartment: SanitationReports To: QA/Sanitation ManagerFLSA Status: Exempt / Full-TimeShift: 3rd Shift (Overnight)Position SummaryThe Sanitation Assistant Manager (3rd Shift) is responsible for leading and supporting sanitation operations during overnight shifts.This position assists the QA/Sanitation Manager in ensuring that all equipment, production areas, and facility spaces are thoroughly cleaned and sanitizedto meet USDA, FDA, SQF, HACCP, and company food safety standards. The Sanitation Assistant Manager directly supervises the 3rd shift sanitation team,ensuring safe and effective cleaning while maintaining proper documentation for regulatory and audit compliance.Work Schedule: 10:00 PM - 06:30 AMKey Responsibilities And DutiesLead and coordinate sanitation activities on 3rd shift to ensure the facility is ready for the next day’s production. Oversee proper cleaning and sanitizing of equipment, tools, and facility areas according to SSOPs and HACCP plans. Verify effectiveness of sanitation through pre-op inspections, ATP swabbing, and environmental monitoring. Work with QA, Production, and Maintenance to correct sanitation-related issues. Directly supervise and support the 3rd shift sanitation staff. Provide training on cleaning procedures, chemical handling, PPE use, and GMPs. Monitor employee performance, provide coaching, and issue corrective actions as needed. Promote teamwork, accountability, and food safety culture on 3rd shift. Maintain accurate sanitation logs, SSOP records, and verification documents. Support audit readiness for USDA, FDA, SQF, and customer requirements. Assist with investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective/preventive action implementation for sanitation non-conformances. Recommend improvements to enhance efficiency, chemical usage, and water conservation. Identify and communicate equipment design or sanitation challenges. Support updating and optimizing sanitation schedules and procedures. QualificationsEducation & ExperienceBachelor’s degree in Food Science, Microbiology, or related field preferred; equivalent work experience considered. 3+ years of sanitation experience in a food manufacturing environment. 1+ year of supervisory or lead experience (preferred on 3rd shift). Knowledge of USDA/FDA regulations, HACCP, GMPs, SSOPs, and SQF standards. Skills & CompetenciesStrong leadership and team management skills, especially in a night-shift setting. Proficient knowledge of sanitation chemicals, safety procedures, and cleaning equipment. Excellent organizational and communication skills. Comfortable working overnight hours and managing an overnight crew. Proficiency with Microsoft Office and sanitation recordkeeping. Working ConditionsOvernight shift schedule (3rd shift), with potential weekend/holiday coverage as needed. Work performed in cold, wet, and humid environments. Requires ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and perform physical inspections. Exposure to cleaning chemicals with required PPE provided. Additional InformationAll your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.Job Type: Full-timeBenefits:401(k)Dental insuranceHealth insurancePaid time offVision insuranceEducation:Bachelor's (Required)Experience:Sanitation experience in a food manufacturing environment: 3 years (Required)Leadership: 1 year (Required)Language: Spanish (Preferred)Shift availability: Overnight Shift (Required)Ability to Commute: Chatsworth, CA 91311 (Required)Ability to Relocate: Chatsworth, CA 91311: Relocate before starting work (Required)Work Location: In person