Dishroom Lead - Chocolate Plant Sanitation Pro

Russell Stover Chocolates, LLC; Iola (KS); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Russell Stover Chocolates, LLC is seeking a Dishroom Lead in Iola, KS to supervise sanitation teams and ensure a clean, compliant production area. You will train staff, apply SSOPs, and manage paperwork while maintaining allergen controls and GMP standards to support food safety and quality objectives.

The role emphasizes leadership, 5S discipline, and proactive communication in a fast-paced chocolate manufacturing environment. Join a team dedicated to safety and product excellence.

Qualifications

• 18 years of age or older.
• Experience in an industrial cleaning environment.
• Ability to routinely lift up to 50lbs.
• Ability to routinely and frequently stand, stoop, bend and lift overhead.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to speak, read, and write English fluently, with or without an accommodation.
• Lead or supervisory experience.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to read and understand sanitation specifications.

Responsibilities

• Directs, controls, monitors, assists and trains employees assigned to a specific area, line or team per Supervisor's instructions.
• Communicates with and delegates tasks to team members.
• Disassembles and/or cleans and sanitizes equipment per RSC guidelines to ensure FDA standards are maintained in the plant.
• Requests, receives, delivers, secures, and maintains products and materials required to do the job.
• Maintains records, delivers, inspects and performs all activities required of other members of the area, line or team.
• Operates and maintains machinery, equipment, and tools in a safe and proficient manner according to guidelines, standards, and instructions.

Skills

Communication skills

English fluency

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Russell Stover Chocolates, LLC is seeking a Dishroom Lead in Iola, KS to supervise sanitation teams and ensure a clean, compliant production area. You will train staff, apply SSOPs, and manage paperwork while maintaining allergen controls and GMP standards to support food safety and quality objectives.

The role emphasizes leadership, 5S discipline, and proactive communication in a fast-paced chocolate manufacturing environment. Join a team dedicated to safety and product excellence.