Sanitation Lead

B&G Foods; United States; On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

B&G Foods is seeking a Sanitation Lead for the 3rd shift to oversee cleaning operations, ensure SSOPs and GMP compliance, supervise sanitation staff, monitor chemical usage, and maintain documentation to support food safety and quality systems.

You will coordinate with QA and Production, conduct nightly sanitation verification, train team members, manage equipment like CIP systems and forklifts, and serve as a backup to the Sanitation Supervisor when needed.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years sanitation experience in a manufacturing or operations setting.
• High School Diploma preferred.
• Ability to read SDS and safety labels.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Knowledge of SSOPs, GMPs and safety policies.

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

Strong leadership

Strong communication

Read SDS & labels

LOTO & PPE

Basic math & documentation

Detail oriented

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

CIP systems

Forklifts

Genie booms

Job description

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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

Equal Employment Opportunity

B&GFoods 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 .