Supervisor, Sanitation

Job summary

The Sanitation Supervisor oversees daily sanitation and housekeeping operations to ensure compliance with safety, hygiene, and regulatory standards. They lead and develop the sanitation team while coordinating with other departments to maintain facility cleanliness and audit readiness.

Job details

Village Farms International (Nasdaq: VFF) is a vertically integrated global leader in cannabis and plant-based consumer packaged goods, and sustainable innovation. As one of North America’s longest-standing produce operators built on decades of expertise, we’re a company where growers, innovators, and creators come together to shape the future of high performing plant-based brands, globally. Joining Village Farms means joining a global team built on purpose, integrity, and ambition. Here, we grow people, ideas and possibilities. The Opportunity Reporting to the Sanitation Manager, the Sanitation Supervisor is responsible for overseeing daily sanitation and housekeeping operations to ensure full compliance with safety, hygiene, and regulatory standards. This role ensures that all production equipment, facilities, and non-production areas are cleaned and maintained according to company, GMP, HACCP, and regulatory requirements. The Supervisor leads, coordinates, and evaluates the performance of Sanitation Team Leads, Technicians, Associates, and Housekeepers, ensuring the effective execution of the Master Sanitation Schedule (MSS), accurate documentation, audit readiness, and continuous improvement in sanitation and housekeeping practices. This position plays a critical role in maintaining food safety, operational efficiency, a safe work environment and general cleanliness across the facility. What You'll Do Sanitation Operations & Safety Compliance * Oversees daily sanitation activities in alignment with Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures (SSOPs), GMPs, HACCP, and WHMIS requirements * Ensures proper disassembly, cleaning, reassembly, and inspection of production equipment by Sanitation Technicians and Associates * Verifies accurate execution of the Master Sanitation Schedule (MSS) across all shifts and zones * Conducts or oversees ATP swab testing and other verification methods to validate cleaning effectiveness * Ensures safe handling, storage, and correct dilution of cleaning chemicals in accordance with supplier and regulatory guidelines * Maintains and reviews sanitation logs, checklists, audit records, and compliance documentation * Leads internal audits and prepares for third-party and regulatory inspections * Ensures all staff follow health, safety, and environmental policies; investigates and reports incidents as required * Manages inventory of sanitation supplies and PPE; coordinates reordering to prevent shortages * Oversees daily housekeeping activities to ensure cleanliness of all non-production areas Team Leadership & Employee Development * Directly supervises Team Leads, Sanitation Technicians, Sanitation Associates, and Housekeepers * Assigns tasks, monitors performance, and provides ongoing coaching, feedback, and recognition * Conducts pre-shift meetings, safety huddles, and performance reviews * Oversees onboarding, training, and competency assessments for all sanitation personnel * Develops team members through cross-training, skill-building, and career development support * Enforces accountability and adherence to attendance, conduct, and performance standards * Fosters a culture of safety, quality, teamwork, and continuous improvement Cross-Functional Coordination & Operational Support * Collaborates with Production, Maintenance, Quality Assurance, and Health and Safety teams to coordinate line changeovers, equipment access, and sanitation timelines * Communicates sanitation status, delays, or concerns to the Sanitation Manager and production leadership * Supports scheduling and shift coverage to ensure 24/7 operational needs are met * Participates in root cause analysis and corrective actions for sanitation-related non-conformances * Implements process improvements to increase efficiency, reduce downtime, and enhance cleaning effectiveness Housekeeping Oversight * Ensures non-production areas (offices, washrooms, lunchrooms, locker rooms, public areas) are cleaned to established standards by Housekeepers * Confirms that Housekeepers are cross trained in basic sanitation tasks and can support production area cleaning during peak periods * Monitors supply levels and restocking in common areas; ensures waste disposal procedures are followed * Integrates Housekeeping schedules and performance into overall sanitation planning and audits OTHER DUTIES At Village Farms we are all growers at heart. Our plants and processes require in-person care and attention to ensure we’re bringing the best our plants and people have to offer to our consumers. This means other duties may arise since we work together to ensure we support all business activities – seed to sale. This role is on-site, which requires you to work on facility at all times in a Sanitation Supervisor or directly supporting operations. This position Shift Time – Afternoon – 2:00pm-10:30pm. What You Bring Education * High School Diploma or equivalent required * Certification in HACCP and WHMIS is necessary (willing to obtain) * Post-secondary education in Occupational Health & Safety, Food Science, or a related field is an asset * Certification in GMP or Food Safety is an asset Experience * Minimum 3–5 years of experience in a sanitation leadership role within food manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, or a regulated production environment * Proven experience managing sanitation teams and executing MSS in a fast-paced production setting * Demonstrated experience with ATP testing, SSOPs, audit preparation, and regulatory compliance * Experience training and developing frontline staff, including performance management * Experience using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) for reporting and scheduling Knowledge & Skills * In-depth knowledge of sanitation procedures, chemical safety, and food safety regulations * Strong understanding of GMPs, HACCP principles, SSOPs, and WHMIS * Strong leadership and people management skills with ability to motivate and develop teams * Excellent organizational, time management, and problem-solving abilities * Strong communication and interpersonal skills; ability to interact effectively across departments * Ability to read, interpret, and enforce safety and sanitation documentation * Proficient in identifying risks and implementing corrective and preventive actions * Detail-oriented with high standards for cleanliness, safety, and compliance * Adaptable and resilient in a dynamic, 24/7 production environment Physical Requirements * Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry up to 40–50 lbs. on a regular basis throughout the shift, * Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, and climb for extended periods * Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. when handling chemicals, tools, or equipment\ * Frequent use of hands for operating cleaning tools, equipment, and computers * Frequent exposure to wet, cold, hot and noisy environments * Must wear full PPE including gloves, goggles, aprons, waterproof boots and earplugs * Able to work in dusty environment (not allergic to dust) * Availability to work flexible shifts, weekends, and holidays occasionally based on production schedules Life at Village Farms We believe It Takes A Village ® and we mean it. It shows up in how we support each other, how we innovate, and how we win as a team. Our values guide every decision we make: Versatility| Innovation | Leadership | Loyalty | Accountability | Grit | Entrepreneurship What you do here matters - to our people, our products, and the customers we serve. We’ve got you covered with company-paid comprehensive benefits and education assistance to support your growth. Ready to Grow with Us? If you want to be part of something that has real impact - we’d love to meet you.

What you’ll do

The Sanitation Supervisor oversees daily sanitation and housekeeping operations to ensure compliance with safety, hygiene, and regulatory standards. They lead and develop the sanitation team while coordinating with other departments to maintain facility cleanliness and audit readiness.

Requirements

Candidates must have a high school diploma and 3–5 years of experience in a sanitation leadership role within a regulated production environment. Proficiency in HACCP, WHMIS, and GMP principles is required, along with the ability to perform physical tasks in a production setting.

Benefits

• Company-paid comprehensive benefits • Education assistance

Listed skills

• Problem solving · Preferred
• Regulatory Compliance · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Microsoft Office · Preferred
• Team Leadership · Preferred
• Inventory management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Sanitation management
• HACCP
• WHMIS
• GMP
• Team leadership
• Performance management
• ATP testing
• SSOPs
• Audit preparation
• Regulatory compliance
• Chemical safety
• Staff training
• Inventory management
• Problem-solving
• Communication
• Microsoft Office
• Operational Efficiency
• Food Science
• People Management
• Accountability
• Cross-Functional Coordination
• Lifting Ability
• Food Manufacturing
• Resilience
• Chemical Safety
• Planning
• Line Changeover Management
• Motivational Skills
• Cannabis
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Excel
• Auditing
• Good Manufacturing Practices
• Corrective And Preventive Action (CAPA)
• Checklists
• Housekeeping
• Cleanliness
• Regulatory Compliance
• Fast Moving Consumer Goods
• Continuous Improvement Process
• Training And Development
• Development Environment
• Disassembler
• Performance Management
• Occupational Safety And Health
• Sales
• Food Safety And Sanitation
• Standard Operating Procedure
• Leadership
• Hazard Analysis And Critical Control Points (HACCP)

Job areas

• Manufacturing
• Food & Beverage
• Management & Leadership
• Security & Safety
• Agriculture
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