Lead Sanitation Specialist - 3rd Shift

B&G Foods Inc.; Hurlock (MD); On-site; USD 26,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical, prescription drugs, dental, 


Life, disability and AD&D insurance

401(k) plan

Flexible spending accounts

Tuition reimbursement program

Employee assistance programs

Telemedicine

Work-life balance

Employee discounts

Wellness program

Paid parental leave

Job summary

B&G Foods Inc. is seeking a Sanitation Lead to supervise the 3rd shift sanitation team and ensure cleaning and sanitizing of equipment, facilities, and surroundings in compliance with SSOPs, GMPs, and safety standards.

You will monitor chemical usage, manage documentation, and collaborate with QA and Production to address sanitation-related issues while training staff and acting as a backup to the supervisor when needed.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of sanitation experience in a manufacturing or operations setting.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to read and understand chemical safety data sheets and labels.
• Familiarity with LOTO procedures and PPE requirements.
• Basic math and documentation skills.
• High School Diploma preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee sanitation team to ensure safe and effective cleaning practices.
• Ensure compliance with SSOPs, GMPs, and company safety policies.
• Monitor and control chemical usage, including safe handling, dispensing, and inventory.
• Operate sanitation equipment, including CIP systems, forklifts, and genie booms.
• Conduct nightly sanitation verification and ensure readiness for next-day production.
• Maintain accurate sanitation records and perform required testing and observations.
• Report equipment damage or sanitation issues promptly.
• Collaborate with QA and Production teams to resolve sanitation-related concerns.
• Train and motivate team members; provide performance feedback.
• Serve as primary backup to Sanitation Supervisor (if applicable).
• Support FSQ and QRMP initiatives through daily job duties and documentation.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

SDS reading

LOTO & PPE knowledge

Math & documentation

Self-motivated

Education

High School Diploma preferred

Job description

B&G Foods Inc. is seeking a Sanitation Lead to supervise the 3rd shift sanitation team and ensure cleaning and sanitizing of equipment, facilities, and surroundings in compliance with SSOPs, GMPs, and safety standards.

You will monitor chemical usage, manage documentation, and collaborate with QA and Production to address sanitation-related issues while training staff and acting as a backup to the supervisor when needed.