Sanitation Lead

BG Foods; Hurlock (MD); On-site; USD 26,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement program

Dental and vision coverage

Therapy and wellness programs

Employee discounts

Telemedicine

Work-life balance

Paid parental leave

Job summary

B&G Foods in Parsippany, NJ, is seeking a Sanitation Lead for the 3rd shift to supervise sanitation operations in a manufacturing environment. You will ensure cleaning per SSOPs and GMPs, monitor chemical usage, and maintain sanitation records to support food safety and quality systems.

You will lead sanitation staff, coordinate with QA and Production, and provide performance feedback while serving as backup to the Sanitation Supervisor.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma preferred; 1–2 years sanitation experience in a manufacturing or operations setting.
• Experience ensuring sanitation per SSOPs and GMPs; ability to monitor chemical usage and maintain records.
• Strong leadership and communication skills; ability to train and motivate team.

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 & Labels

LOTO procedures

Math & Documentation

Detail oriented

Self-motivated

Education

High School Diploma preferred

1–2 years sanitation experience

Tools

CIP systems

Forklifts

Genie booms

Job description

Ready to be part of something special? Join our Family! Under the direction of the Sanitation Supervisor (if applicable) and Food Safety & Quality Manager, the Sanitation Lead oversees sanitation operations during the 3rd shift. This role ensures all equipment, facilities, and surrounding areas are cleaned and sanitized per SSOPs, GMPs, and safety standards. The Lead will supervise sanitation staff, monitor chemical usage, and maintain documentation to support food safety and quality systems.

Primary Job 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, Knowledge & Abilities

• 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.
• Self-motivated and detail oriented.
• High School Diploma preferred 1-2 years of sanitation experience in a manufacturing or operations setting

Compensation

Base Pay Range: $18.65 - $31.09 Final base pay will be determined based on factors including, but not limited to; role responsibilities, experience, skills, education, geographic location, and/or internal pay equity. Please keep in mind that we consider internal pay equity and hiring at the maximum of the salary range uncommon.

Benefits

• We offer a variety of benefits that include comprehensive, affordable health and wellness coverage for you and your family.
• Paid time off (holidays, vacation and sick days)
• Medical, prescription drugs, dental and vision coverage
• 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

Benefits may vary by location and position.

Equal Employment Opportunity

B&G Foods is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Applicants who require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process should contact Human Resources. For more information on your federal rights, please review the EEOC’s Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination Is Illegal poster at https://www.eeoc.gov/poster.

About B&G Foods

With its headquarters based in Parsippany, New Jersey, B&G Foods and our subsidiaries manufacture, sell and distribute high-quality, branded shelf-stable and frozen foods across the United States, Canada and Puerto Rico.

With our diverse portfolio of more than 45 brands you know and love, including B&G, Bear Creek, Clabber Girl, College Inn, Cream of Wheat, Crisco, Dash, Kitchen Basics, Las Palmas, Maple Grove Farms, Ortega, Polaner, Spice Islands and Victoria, there’s a little something for everyone.

For more information about B&G Foods and its brands, please visit www.bgfoods.com.