Lead-Sanitation Fresh- Shift 3

Bolthouse Fresh Foods; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401k

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Bolthouse Fresh Foods, headquartered in Bakersfield, CA, is seeking a Sanitation Lead to oversee plant sanitation across multiple production areas, including chemical application and records management. The role requires leadership to coordinate shifts, ensure safety, quality, and continuous improvement in sanitation practices.

The position offers full-time hours (Shift 3, 12:00 AM–8:30 AM) with benefits and opportunities in a historic, large-scale carrot producer and distributor in North

Qualifications

• High School/GED or 1–2 years’ related experience preferred.
• Candidates must have a verifiable history of safe vehicle operation and meet driving eligibility; background check will verify this.

Responsibilities

• Oversee sanitation of production plants with focus on food contact surfaces.
• Supervise employees across multiple plants and areas; lead and set direction for all shifts.
• Manage chemical application and removal; maintain routine records and audit team logs.
• Operate forklift for chemical transport and trash disposal; ensure safety and compliance.
• Provide leadership, support safety and quality initiatives; drive continuous improvement in sanitation processes.
• Assist supervisors with go/no-go decisions affecting production, maintenance, quality, and sanitation.
• Undertake special projects as assigned and contribute to EMP development.

Skills

Reading comprehension

English communication

Punctuality

Teamwork

Self supervision

Forklift Certification

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

High School/GED

Job description

• This position will report to the: Supervisor
• FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
• Shift: 3
• Employment Category: Full-Time Regular
• Pay Range: $21.50 to $23.50 per hour

STRONG HISTORY. EXCITING FUTURE

Bolthouse Fresh Foods is a leader in carrot production, serving as a grower, packer, processor, and shipper. Headquartered in Bakersfield, California, we are a proud employer to 1,600 dedicated individuals. Since 1915, we have been committed to growing and producing high-quality carrots, and today, we are one of North America’s largest growers and distributors of fresh carrots for cooking and snacking. Additionally, we supply premium natural ingredients for the food and beverage industry. With over a century of excellence, Bolthouse Fresh™ products are available at major retailers across North America.

Bolthouse Fresh Foods has approximately 1,600 employees.

What You’ll Be Responsible For In This Role

The Sanitation Lead will oversee the manual process of sanitizing production plants with a focus on food contact surfaces. Additional responsibilities include, but are not limited to, will be responsible for several different plants and production areas and supervise employees to ensure completion of areas. Lead will oversee the chemical application in assigned areas and ensure its removal, maintain a variety of routine records, and audit records completed by team employees.

• Perform all functions of a sanitation employee.
• Set up equipment and crew.
• Apply proper cleaning chemical to appropriate surfaces and equipment.
• May be asked to rotate to a different area of the plant (same position and shift) based on business need.
• Maintain daily log sheets documenting completed work.
• Audit team lead logs and documents.
• Operate forklift for chemical transportation and trash disposal.
• Engage in any critical or special situations and promptly discerns if additional resources or senior managers are needed. Provide direct leadership and direction settings to all shifts to ensure that accurate communication and follow-up occurs.
• Ensures corrective and preventative actions and continuous improvement processes are being utilized in manufacturing and that action plans are verified and effective.
• Assist department supervisors with making go/no go decisions concerning chemical, cleaning and/or design impacts on production, maintenance, quality and sanitation issues.
• Undertake and complete special projects assigned by the Sr. Sanitation Manager as necessary.
• Provide technical expertise for environmental monitoring program development, monitoring and troubleshooting EMP.
• Communicate and elevate any safety, food safety/quality or vendor issues and provide support as needed.
• People/skill development through training and coaching
• Other assigned duties and/or projects to support business needs.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

• High School/GED or one to two years’ experience in related field or combination of both education and experience
• Candidates must have a verifiable history of safe vehicle operation and meet company standards for driving eligibility. This includes maintaining a clean driving record, which will be verified through a background check.

Required Skills And Abilities

• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Must have great communication skills, ability to communicate effectively in English, bilingual preferred.
• Must have punctual, have excellent attendance record, and be able to cooperate with others.
• Must participate in all training programs.
• Able to work with minimal supervision.

Preferred Qualifications

• Forklift Certification
• Bilingual in English and Spanish
• Two to three years of experience in related field

Physical Demands

• Environment exposure – cold/wet conditions (40 ° Fahrenheit or below).
• Environment exposure_ hot/humid conditions (95 ° Fahrenheit or above).
• Environmental exposure – wet, cold, and warm conditions
• Material exposure – moving mechanical parts
• Occasional exposure to fumes, airborne particles, and vibrations
• Ability to lift, push, pull, and/or carry between 50 to 55 lbs.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time in an upright position walking on both even and uneven surfaces
• Ability to ascend and descend ladders, scaffolding, using 3-point contact on a regular basis
• Ability to stoop, crouch, and kneel on a regular basis
• Ability to use hands and arms to grasp, manipulate, and handle objects in one position for an extended period of time.
• Ability to successfully wear a full face and half face respirator mask for extended periods of time

Hours & Workdays

Shift 3 – 12:00 AM to 8:30 AM; Monday-Friday; Occasionally Saturdays/Sundays; Hours subject to change; Overtime and holidays may be mandatory based on business needs

What We Offer

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Group Life and AD&DD
• Voluntary Life and AD&DD
• Group Short-Term Disability
• Group Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401k
• Paid Time Off

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

"Bolthouse Fresh Foods is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are dedicated to fostering a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and empowered to achieve their full potential."

Reasonable Accommodations

Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. If you are interested in applying for employment with Bolthouse Fresh Foods and need special assistance to apply for a posted position, or if you believe you do not meet any of the required qualifications of a posted position due to a protected disability and would like to explore the possibility of accommodation, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at: [e-mail] for additional support or guidance.

Recruitment Agencies

Bolthouse Fresh Foods does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Bolthouse Fresh Foods is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.