2nd-Shift Sanitation Lead - Food Manufacturing

Ditsch USA; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 47,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

Life insurance policy

FSA/HSA options

Voluntary life, AD&D, and Short-Term](

401k Retirement Plan with Match

Paid Time Off (PTO) & Holidays

Ongoing training and development

Job summary

Ditsch USA is hiring a Sanitation Lead for the 2nd shift in Cincinnati, OH. The role focuses on coordinating daily cleaning of equipment in a food manufacturing setting, including disassembly, sanitation, and reassembly of lines according to policies.

You will train sanitation team members on safe chemical handling, perform inspections, and maintain records while ensuring SQF, GMP, and HACCP compliance. Strong leadership and English communication are required.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of sanitation experience in a manufacturing setting (food manufacturing preferred but not required)
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read, comprehend, and communicate safety labels on chemical containers.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for daily facility sanitation and custodial duties according to Sanitation Master Schedule.
• Clean all production areas according to SQF regulations, GMP, and sanitation policies.
• Disassemble machines, sanitize, foam rinse, and reassemble production lines for use.
• Clean and sanitize production line operating equipment (ovens, mixers, etc.)
• Clean and sanitize baking equipment including bins, trays, etc.
• Use power equipment such as floor sweepers, vacuums, scrubbers, mops, power washers.
• Operate floor scrubber to clean concrete flooring.
• Sweep and mop work areas.
• Discard all inedible food, corrugate and other packing material.
• Operate cleaning systems and equipment as trained and specified.
• Maintain a working knowledge of equipment, proper LOTO procedure for machinery.
• Responsible for general plant cleanliness with the expectation of being inspection-ready.
• Support SQF by maintaining food safety and food quality through completing job tasks and maintaining the work area in a sanitary manner.
• Perform all other assigned tasks included: Walls inside and outside the company, silos, ceilings, and any type of stairs.
• Any other duties as assigned by the sanitation supervisor.
• Develop and provide training to sanitation team members on the correct use, safe handling, and proper storage of cleaning chemicals used in the plant.
• Conduct regular inspections of the facility to identify sanitation issues and ensure cleanliness standards are met.
• Monitor and report any non-compliance issues, equipment malfunctions, or areas requiring attention to management.
• Collaborate with the quality control and safety teams to ensure the facility complies with food safety standards such as HACCP and GMPs.
• Perform micro swabbing and testing in accordance to our micro programs.
• Maintain accurate records of cleaning schedules, inspection reports, and sanitation activities.
• Ensure all sanitation team members follow health and safety regulations, including proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Participate in safety training and promote a culture of cleanliness and safety throughout the facility.

Skills

Read English docs

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Sanitation procedures

Leadership

Team communication

Safety awareness

English communication

Basic math

Independent work

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Floor scrubber operation

Power equipment

LOTO procedures

Chemical handling equipment

Job description

Ditsch USA is hiring a Sanitation Lead for the 2nd shift in Cincinnati, OH. The role focuses on coordinating daily cleaning of equipment in a food manufacturing setting, including disassembly, sanitation, and reassembly of lines according to policies.

You will train sanitation team members on safe chemical handling, perform inspections, and maintain records while ensuring SQF, GMP, and HACCP compliance. Strong leadership and English communication are required.