Summary The Director of Sanitation leads all aspects of sanitation and ensures a world-class standard of cleanliness, food safety, and regulatory compliance. This role oversees sanitation programs, allergen cleaning, and CIP, serving as the technical authority on sanitation while also being a key partner in regulatory, third-party, and customer audits. Responsibilities Responsibilities

Lead, manage, and continuously improve all sanitation programs, ensuring procedures are executed as documented and fully compliant with internal standards and industry best practices

Partner with the VP of Operations, the Director of Quality, and the Sanitation team to keep the plant inspection-ready every single day

Champion a culture of food safety and sanitation across the site in partnership with Quality and Twin Falls leadership

Participate in microbiological investigations and drive continuous improvement initiatives in sanitary systems

Validate effectiveness of sanitation processes

Develop and maintain Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures (SSOPs) that align with regulatory requirements and corporate standards

Serve as the technical lead for all CIP programming, collaborating cross-functionally to ensure systems are both effective and efficient

Build, implement, and sustain a best-in-class CIP validation program with appropriate technical and personnel resources

Design and deliver robust technical training programs covering sanitation fundamentals, chemical handling, CIP mechanics, and equipment hygiene

Track, analyze, and report key sanitation metrics, including CIP/changeover efficiency, MSS compliance, chemical usage, and right-first-time performance

Cultivate strong vendor partnerships; establish programs, metrics, and accountability to meet service agreement expectations

Partner with Procurement on vendor selection and contract requirements for sanitation services and supplies

Support and/or lead corrective action planning, documentation, and follow-up for any identified sanitation gaps, keeping leadership informed

Ensure Plant Sanitation and Food Safety managers are fully trained on corporate sanitation protocols

Recommend and coordinate third-party training opportunities for plant sanitation and food safety personnel

Communicate with federal and state agencies to ensure ongoing compliance with food safety regulations as requested by site quality leadership

Build and maintain one-to-one relationships with customer food safety and sanitation professionals

Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Science, Engineering, or related field STRONGLY PREFERRED (equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered for highly qualified candidates)

Proven experience developing, implementing, or working within strong sanitation and food safety systems

Technical expertise in food manufacturing equipment and Clean-in-Place (CIP): mechanics, PIN chart development, and reading technical drawings

Strong problem-solving skills with a scientific approach and a focus on preventive action

Comfortable working in varied environments (loud, wet, chemical exposure, large equipment)

Collaborative and influential, with the ability to partner across Operations, Engineering, Quality, Procurement, vendors, auditors, and technical organizations

Experience in fresh produce, meat, or dairy sanitation preferred

Solid knowledge of GMPs, HACCP, federal/state regulations, and food safety requirements

Flexibility to support a 24/7 manufacturing plant, including off-hours and weekends

Willingness to travel up to 50% as needed

About Us Chobani is a food maker with a mission of making high-quality and nutritious food accessible to more people, while elevating our communities and making the world a healthier place. In short: making good food for all. In support of this mission, Chobani is a purpose-driven, people-first, food-and-wellness-focused company, and has been since its founding in 2005 by Hamdi Ulukaya, an immigrant to the U.S. The Company manufactures yogurt, oat milk, and creamers – Chobani yogurt is America's No.1 yogurt brand, made with natural ingredients without artificial preservatives. Following the 2023 acquisition of La Colombe, a leading coffee roaster with a shared commitment to quality, craftmanship and impact, the Company began selling cold-pressed espresso and lattes on tap at cafés nationwide, as well as Ready to Drink (RTD) coffee beverages at retail. In 2025, Chobani acquired Daily Harvest, a modern brand offering consumers nutritious, delicious and convenient ready-to-make meals.

Chobani uses food as a force for good in the world – putting humanity first in everything it does. The company's philanthropic efforts prioritize giving back to its communities and beyond. Chobani manufactures its products in New York, Idaho, Michigan and Australia, and its products are available throughout North America and distributed in Australia and other select markets.