Sanitation Lead, 3rd Shift

About the Role

The Sanitation Lead oversees and performs sanitation and cleaning tasks to maintain a clean and safe production environment. This role ensures compliance with food safety standards, company policies, and regulatory requirements while supporting overall production operations.

Schedule

3rd Shift: 10:00 PM – 6:00 AM. Hours may extend beyond the scheduled shift based on production needs until all work is completed. Flexibility is required to work weekends during peak production periods. When covering for the Supervisor, arrival as early as 9:30 PM – 9:45 PM may be needed to prepare daily assignments and support team operations. Peak season schedule may vary based on business needs.

Responsibilities

• Perform titration checks and document readings daily.
• Assist with additional responsibilities due to staffing shortages (e.g., cleaning production lines).
• Follow all safety procedures, report safety concerns, and ensure proper use of PPE.
• Verify team compliance with safety PPE requirements and maintain documentation.
• Assist the Supervisor with daily shift huddles.
• Clean and sanitize production areas, including:
  • Catch pans
  • Bucket conveyor systems
  • Utensils
  • Walls, ceilings, floors, and pipes
  • Kettles and top surfaces of equipment
• Ensure all cleaning meets food safety standards.
• Complete all tasks assigned by the Sanitation team or Sanitarian.
• Report damaged product-contact parts, utensils, and equipment to leadership.
• Maintain cleanliness of all sanitation equipment and ensure proper covering when not in use.
• Follow all GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) standards.
• Remove trash and product waste after 3rd shift cleaning is completed.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA safety standards, including proper PPE and LOTO procedures.
• Report hazards or concerns to the Sanitation Supervisor.
• Complete pre-operational inspections in partnership with Quality team members.
• Collaborate with the Sanitation Supervisor on additional tasks and department needs.