3rd Shift Sanitation Lead — Food Manufacturing

WaveCrest Staffing Group; Illinois; On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

WaveCrest Staffing Group client is seeking a Sanitation Supervisor to lead third‑shift sanitation operations in Lake County, IL. You will oversee cleaning of equipment and facilities, ensure GMP/HACCP compliance, and coach a fast‑paced team to uphold food safety standards.

The role requires 2+ years in food manufacturing sanitation with prior supervision, and preference for bilingual English/Spanish. Direct hire with a strong emphasis on teamwork and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of sanitation experience in a food manufacturing environment.
• Previous leadership or supervisory experience.
• Knowledge of GMPs, HACCP, and chemical handling practices.
• Bilingual English/Spanish strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate third-shift sanitation operations, ensuring production equipment, processing lines, and facility areas are thoroughly cleaned and sanitized according to company procedures and food safety standards.
• Conduct pre-operational inspections, verify sanitation readiness before production startup, and address any deficiencies or corrective actions as needed.
• Review and maintain accurate sanitation documentation, including sanitation records, chemical logs, titration records, and compliance paperwork.
• Ensure compliance with GMPs, HACCP, PPE requirements, OSHA standards, sanitation SOPs, and food safety regulations, including proper chemical handling, storage, and usage.
• Train, coach, and develop sanitation team members, promote accountability and a positive team environment, and address performance concerns through feedback and follow‑up.
• Partner with Production, Quality, Maintenance, and Warehouse teams to support operational readiness, minimize downtime, and identify opportunities to improve sanitation efficiency and food safety.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Teamwork

Problem solving

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

WaveCrest Staffing Group client is seeking a Sanitation Supervisor to lead third‑shift sanitation operations in Lake County, IL. You will oversee cleaning of equipment and facilities, ensure GMP/HACCP compliance, and coach a fast‑paced team to uphold food safety standards.

The role requires 2+ years in food manufacturing sanitation with prior supervision, and preference for bilingual English/Spanish. Direct hire with a strong emphasis on teamwork and continuous improvement.