Sanitation Team Leader Night

Leclerc Foods; Eastern Ontario; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Leclerc Foods is seeking a Sanitation Team Leader for the night shift in Cornwall, ON. The role supports the Sanitation Manager in guiding the team, overseeing cleaning programs, and ensuring adherence to safety and regulatory standards.

The position requires physical fitness, attention to detail, and the ability to train team members on food safety procedures. A strong focus on teamwork and safety is essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• One year of experience in the food industry is preferable.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and effective communication with peers and supervisors.
• Must be able to meet physical requirements and demonstrate manual dexterity.
• Have a good understanding of mathematics and mental calculation skills.
• Knowledge of chemicals used in food plant cleaning and sanitation, in addition to practices and procedures.
• Must be flexible with work hours and be able to work overtime and weekends when needed.
• This position has been identified as a safety sensitive position within Leclerc Foods USA, Inc.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily sanitation team tasks and duties as assigned by the Sanitation Manager.
• Support safety policies and procedures; ensure compliance with safety guidelines.
• Assist in training team members on cleaning procedures for food safety and personnel safety.
• Ensure adherence to Master Sanitation schedule and quality standards.
• Report food safety issues to the Sanitation Supervisor and Quality Manager.
• Manage staff hours and submit for payroll.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Safety compliance

Team leadership

Communication

Manual dexterity

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Career Opportunities: Sanitation Team Leader Night (12509)

Requisition ID12509-Posted08/24/2026-Cornwall, ON

Leclerc is a family business with 120 years of experience, tradition and know-how passed down from people with heart. Thanks to our 1,900 employees in nine plants in Canada and the United States, we are constantly innovating to exceed the expectations of both small and large appetites.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Sanitation Manager, the Sanitation Team Lead will assist the Sanitation Manager as needed with overseeing the daily tasks and duties of the team. S/he will help assist the team with the facility and equipment cleaning, sanitation processes, programs and documentation and ensure compliance with regulatory, food safety and environmental laws are met; help implement safety, sanitation and continuous improvement programs and ensure that the facility is maintained at BRC level of cleanliness.

Responsibilities

• Participate in proactive team efforts to achieve departmental and company goals.
• Must work safely at all times and comply with all safety policies and procedures;
• Perform different tasks per the supervisor's instructions and in accordance with all safety guidelines mandated by the employer;
• Involved in team member training to understand procedures of cleaning for food safety and personnel safety;
• Assist the Sanitation Supervisor by ensuring that employee follow safety practices, including but not limited to:
  • Lock out tag out
  • Chemical Handling
  • Proper lifting techniques
  • Wearing proper PPE
• Report food safety issues to the Sanitation Supervisor;
• Assist the Sanitation Supervisor with overseeing the quality of work performed by the Sanitation Team Members;
• Assist the Sanitation Supervisor with overseeing that tasks and duties as outlined in the Master Sanitation schedule are completed efficiently by the team;
• Create and keep up to date POKA guide relatively to all sanitation operations;
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• In the event the Sanitation Supervisor is unavailable (absence, vacation, training, etc.) the Sanitation Team Leader will provide leadership to the team members and ensure that all tasks and duties of the team are being completed;
• Oversee the quality of work performed by the Sanitation Team Members;
• Report any food safety issues to the Quality Manager and/or Plant Manager;
• Conduct required pre-op inspections to ensure equipment and facility are clean prior to operation start-up;
• Oversee that tasks and duties as outlined in the Master Sanitation schedule are completed efficiently by the sanitation team;
• Manage staff hours and submit to payroll;
• Must be willing and able to complete other duties as assigned.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent;
One year of experience in the food industry is preferable;

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and effective communication with peers and supervisors

Must be able to meet physical requirements and demonstrate manual dexterity;

Have a good understanding of mathematics and mental calculation skills.

Knowledge of chemicals used in food plant cleaning and sanitation, in addition to practices and procedures;

Must be flexible with work hours and be able to work overtime and weekends when needed;

This position has been identified as a safety sensitive position within Leclerc Foods USA, Inc.

Essential Functions:

• Must be able to lift from floor to waist 35 lbs. 33% of the time.
• Must be able to lift from waist to shoulder 35 lbs 33% of the time.
• Must be able to push/pull a maximum force of 114 lbs.
• Regular and reliable attendance.

Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time;

Why join Leclerc?

At Leclerc, we live by our five core values: Authenticity, Respect, Innovation, Engagement, and Pleasure.
These values guide everything we do and create a unique work environment where you can thrive.

• We believe in developing our talent – because growth starts with authenticity and engagement.
• We provide career progression opportunities – in a respectful and supportive atmosphere.
• We offer a dynamic and stimulating environment – where innovation is encouraged and celebrated.
• We use innovative digital tools – to make your work easier and more impactful.
• We are an innovative and growing company – committed to continuous improvement and bold ideas.
• We foster a collaborative and respectful culture – because teamwork and pleasure at work matter.
• We offer a competitive salary and benefits package.

Biscuits Leclerc is committed to recruiting and hiring the best candidates for all roles and is committed to integration and equal opportunity. Upon request, Biscuits Leclerc will provide suitable accommodations during the recruitment and hiring process to candidates with accessibility needs due to disability to ensure that the standards outlined in Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) are upheld. If you require an accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact the HR responsible at 613-933-1710ext: 3600