Sanitation Lead - 1st and 2nd shift opportunities at Menasha Packaging in Minooka, Illinois

Job Description:

Essential Job Functions

The following duties are normal for this position. The incumbent may perform some or all of these duties however; it is not an exclusive or all-inclusive list. Other duties may be assigned.

• Professional in attitude and performance in leadership of staff


• Responsible for maintaining a high level of food safety and product quality through the cleaning and sanitation of equipment, utensils, and the facility.


• Maintain the master sanitation schedule and cleaning checklists


• Assists with developing training programs for the Sanitation department


• Train sanitation workers on an ongoing basis and document all training processes and procedures properly


• Monitor the mixing and use of chemicals to prevent misuse and hazards to personnel and property


• Create and distribute work schedules to sanitation workers and ensure that they follow their daily cleaning duties properly


• Perform inspections and implement corrective actions to ensure compliance with regulatory authorities and company protocols


• Keep detailed records of all sanitation-related activities and issues, such as inspections and violations.


• In instances of violations, develop a plan to correct the situation and maintains record of all corrective actions taken along with completion status.


• Coordinate and execute all cleaning activities with the sanitation team, and when needed with production or maintenance.


• Understanding of industry laws and consults with management to address compliance issues and make recommendations to improve processes


• Manages vendor relationships in regards with cleaning supplies.


• Responsible to report all food safety related issues immediately to the Quality or Operations Manager.


• Complete comprehensive evaluation of sanitation processes and practices, and provide feedback for improvements or modifications


• Acts as Safety Advocate for the facility and works closely with the regional EHS team as required.


• Responsible for maintaining company safety environment


• Responsible for effectively ensuring company procedures and policies are being followed

Education & Experience

• Education Desired: High School Diploma or Equivalent


• Minimum of 6 months to 1-year related experience or training

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to lead a group of employees to safely perform their tasks and to develop their job-related abilities


• Ability to interpret instructions both oral and written


• Ability to understand quality standards, methods and reporting as required


• Problem solver and team player


• Basic knowledge and understanding of office equipment


• Strong verbal and written communication skills

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

• Primarily works in a production and/or warehouse setting


• 1st shift opportunity working 6AM - 2:30PM, Monday - Friday


• 2nd shift opportunity working 3:30PM -12:00AM, Monday - Friday


• Walking, standing, lifting & bending for duration of shift


• Frequent lifting up to 25lbs