3rd Shift Sanitation Lead — Food Safety & Cleanliness Expert

Harry & David; Lake Forest (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) retirement savings

Job summary

1-800-FLOWERS.COM, Inc. is seeking a Sanitation Lead for the 3rd shift (10:00 PM – 6:00 AM) to maintain a clean, safe production environment and ensure compliance with food safety standards and GMP guidelines.

The role supports production operations and requires flexibility for extended hours and weekends during peak periods. The candidate should have 3–5 years of sanitation experience, strong communication and teamwork skills, and the ability to work independently.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 3–5 years of sanitation experience required.
• Strong communication skills, including basic writing ability.
• Organized and detail-oriented; able to work independently or as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Perform titration checks and document readings daily.
• Assist with additional responsibilities due to staffing shortages (e.g., cleaning production lines).
• Follow all safety procedures, report safety concerns, and ensure proper use of PPE.
• Verify team compliance with safety PPE requirements and maintain documentation.
• Assist the Supervisor with daily shift huddles.
• Clean and sanitize production areas, including catch pans, bucket conveyor systems, utensils, walls, ceilings, floors, and pipes.
• Ensure all cleaning meets food safety standards.
• Complete all tasks assigned by the Sanitation team or Sanitarian.
• Report damaged product-contact parts, utensils, and equipment to leadership.
• Maintain cleanliness of all sanitation equipment and ensure proper covering when not in use.
• Follow all GMP standards.
• Remove trash and product waste after 3rd shift cleaning is completed.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA safety standards, including proper PPE and LOTO procedures.
• Report hazards or concerns to the Sanitation Supervisor.
• Complete pre-operational inspections in partnership with Quality team members.
• Collaborate with the Sanitation Supervisor on additional tasks and department needs.

Skills

Communication skills

Organization

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

1-800-FLOWERS.COM, Inc. is seeking a Sanitation Lead for the 3rd shift (10:00 PM – 6:00 AM) to maintain a clean, safe production environment and ensure compliance with food safety standards and GMP guidelines.

The role supports production operations and requires flexibility for extended hours and weekends during peak periods. The candidate should have 3–5 years of sanitation experience, strong communication and teamwork skills, and the ability to work independently.