Sanitation Supervisor – Food Manufacturing
Shift: Monday – Friday, 9:30 PM – 6:00 AM
Pay Range: $80,000 – $95,000 annually
Training Requirement & Site Assignment:
This position requires 90+ days of on-site training at our Detroit location. Ongoing work assignments may be scheduled at the Detroit or St. Clair Shores location as operational needs require.
At EW Grobbel, we have been proudly delivering high quality food for 140 years. As one of Crain’s “50 Fastest Growing Companies in Detroit,” we’re ready to be a national powerhouse. We are seeking an experienced Sanitation Supervisor to lead our 3rd-shift team of Equipment Sanitation Specialists in our meat processing facility.
As an SQF-certified facility with the highest rating, food safety and cleanliness are paramount. This hands-on supervisor role involves direct oversight of our sanitation team (not contract staff) to ensure our equipment and environment meet stringent food safety standards.
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Directly supervise, train, and support the sanitation team on cleaning protocols and safety standards
Perform hands-on equipment disassembly, cleaning, and reassembly as needed
Conduct post-clean inspections to verify sanitation effectiveness and adherence to SSOPs
Coordinate with Quality Assurance and Production teams to drive continuous improvement in sanitation practices
Conduct regular team meetings, providing a space for open communication and feedback
Ensure compliance with Lock Out/Tag Out (LOTO) and other safety procedures
Maintain accurate records, complete timely employee evaluations, and ensure all PPE and safety protocols are followed
5+ years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment
3+ years of sanitation experience in food processing, ideally with meat products
Familiarity with HACCP, SSOPs, GMPs, and experience with USDA standards (preferred)
Chemical safety knowledge, including SDS training
Strong decision-making, analytical, and communication skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
Must be willing to work 3rd shift and weekends, from 9:30 PM – 6:00 AM, Sunday through Friday
Capable of standing on the plant floor 95% of the shift
Must be comfortable working in hot, cold, wet, and humid conditions
Able to climb stairs multiple times daily, conduct detailed equipment inspections, and lift up to 50 pounds
Salary based on experience
Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits
Paid holidays & vacation time
Quarterly bonuses
Matching contribution to 401k plan
EW Grobbel is a family food company established in 1883. Headquartered in Detroit’s historic Eastern Market, EW Grobbel specializes in whole muscle meat proteins and pickle products. We are best known as America’s Oldest Corned Beef Specialist and supply our products to thousands of locations across the United States.
The foundation of the organization is centered on growing and developing each employee—both personally and professionally—while producing premium quality food products. As an employee of EW Grobbel, you will be part of a fast-paced, high-performance team driven by employee engagement and powered by work precision.
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