Sanitation Lead

Job Location: ​Forest Park​

Forest Park, Il

Want to make an impact?

The individual in this position supervises the organization of custodial activities throughout the plant and warehouse.  The work requires knowledge of the practices and materials of the service and supervisory techniques, personnel policies, and procedures. The individual works under general supervision and uses independent judgment to apply the guidelines to specific situations.

Work Hours: 5:00am-3:00pm

Ways you will make a difference

1. Adhering to high sanitation, GMP, safety standards.
2. Be familiar with cleaning chemicals and techniques, as well as the Master Sanitation Schedule to assure we are in compliance with our programs and regulatory guidelines.
3. Train janitorial staff in job skills, proper cleaning methods, and use of equipment, safety practices, prevention, and in work regulations.
4. Conducts inspections and investigates complaints of the building to check for cleanliness, and advises staff of found conditions and methods of correction.
5. Continually demonstrating proficient communications and ability to work in a team environment under short timelines.
6. Monitor inventory of cleaning chemicals, supplies and equipment; Communicate with Sanitation Supervisor when replenishment is needed.
7. Reports all observed safety hazards.
8. Conducts oneself in a professional manner, maintains continuity between shifts, and contributes to an overall team effort.
9. Evaluates and verifies staff performance through the review of complete work assignments and work techniques.
10. Participation in departmental activities such as meetings, project groups, administrative obligations (phone, e-mail).
11. Must maintain accurate, thorough records.

Skills that will make you successful

1. The individual must have good creative, problem solving and organizational skill, as well as good communication skills.
2. Be at work as scheduled an in a timely manner.
3. Able to lift at least 25 lbs
4. Ability to operate and drive a forklift and sky jack.
5. Individual must be able to work independently while able to support the overall objectives of a team.
6. Individual must be able to thrive in a fast paced, multi-project/task environment and be comfortable working with people of varying disciplines and levels: upper management, sales/marketing, R&D, manufacturing, and plant personnel.
7. Computer proficiency in electronic communication (Microsoft Office preferred)
8. Physically able to lift at least 25 lbs.
9. Proficient in time management.
10. Able to work in a team environment.
11. Ensures compliance with AIB, SQF, and other relevant standards.

Experiences that will support your success

Minimum of 3 – 5 years of food-industry experience preferred.