Sanitation Lead I - Weekend D Shift (6am-6:30pm)

NOW HEALTH GROUP; Sparks (NV); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

NOW HEALTH GROUP in Sparks, NV is seeking a Sanitation Technician to assist the sanitation supervisor and maintain cleanliness across production and warehouse spaces. The role involves cleaning product contact areas, environmental cleanups, and supporting continuous improvement projects in a fast-paced food manufacturing setting.

The candidate should have a high school diploma or GED, 5+ years of related experience, and an active PIT equipment license.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 5+ years experience in sanitation, production, or warehouse in food manufacturing/warehouse.
• Licensed to drive PIT equipment (electric pallet jack, forklift, man-lift).
• Prior leadership experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist sanitation supervisor with delegating tasks and cleaning assignments.
• Coordinate with other departments for cleaning plans and schedules.
• Ensure daily shift goals and performance metrics are met.
• Order cleaning supplies and maintain inventory.
• Provide training to sanitation technicians.
• Perform cleaning and sanitation in CGMP production areas and non-production/warehouse areas.
• Operate sanitation equipment and document daily tasks.
• Support safety and SOP compliance.

Skills

Physical stamina

Leadership experience

Reading MSDS and SOP

Education

High school diploma or GED

5+ years in sanitation/production

PIT equipment license

Tools

Electric pallet jack

Forklift

Man-lift

Job description

Description

Assists the sanitation supervisor in administering sanitation personnel. Maintains the overall cleanliness of the manufacturing plant and warehouse area. Performs cleaning and sanitation of product contact parts as stated in the General Sanitation Procedures and Master Sanitation Schedule. Assist in environmental incidents, cleaning investigations, biohazard clean-ups, and chemical spill clean-ups - Inspect areas for sanitary repairs, improvements, or preventative maintenance. Assist in the training of new department employees.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Administrative Duties

• Assist the Sanitation Supervisor in delegating tasks and cleaning assignments to Sanitation Technicians
• Coordinates and collaborates with other departments in planning cleaning assignments.
• Assure that the sanitation team meets daily shift goals and performance metrics.
• Conducts daily inventory and orders supplies for cleaning and sanitation.
• Provides guidance and training for sanitation technicians.
• Inspect areas for sanitary repairs, improvements, or preventative maintenance.
• Assist in environmental incidents, cleaning investigations, biohazard, and chemical spill cleaning.
• Actively participates in the training of new department employees.
• Participate in continuous improvement projects as assigned by the supervisor or lead.

Provide Support and, if necessary, perform the following cleaning assignments in the cGMP Production Areas:

• Performs cleaning of Production workstations including but not limited to:
  • Zone 1 - Product Contact Parts
  • Zone 2 - Equipment and Non-Product Contact Parts
  • Zone 3 - Walls, Ceilings, Vents, Floors, and Drains
• Performs all daily duties as stated in the Master Sanitation Schedule:
  • Cleans and sanitizes all common areas such as hallways, lockers, locker areas, sanitation rooms, dus collector rooms, drains, docking areas, ovens, ceiling vents, and tiles.
  • Deep cleaning of production workstations as requested.
  • Removal and disposal of trash and cleaning of garbage bins
  • Assist production personnel with changeovers and workstation cleaning.
• Operates the following equipment to assist with sanitation:
  • Electric pallet jack, forklift, and man-lift to perform sanitation duties.
  • Floor scrubbers, power washers and explosion-proof vacuums
  • Dust collectors.
• Checks Soap Titrations and water temperature in tote washers.
• Refills soap, sanitizers, paper towels, and other personal protective equipment.
• Assists with continuous improvement by Identifying opportunities for quality and sanitation.
• Performs sanitation-related tasks including but not limited to scrubbing and mopping the floors, walls, and equipment; removing trash; using the proper chemicals/equipment; and all other related duties as assigned.
• Operates electric pallet jack, forklift, and man-lift to perform sanitation duties.
• Completes daily task documentation as required.
• Reports all repairs and maintenance issues throughout the facility on time.
• Supports Production and Quality teams through sanitation efforts and initiatives.
• Complies with safety, cGMP, SOP, and SQF requirements.

Provide Support and, if necessary, perform the following cleaning assignments in the Non-Production and Warehouse Areas:

• Performs all daily duties as stated in the cleaning schedule.
• Cleans and sanitizes all common areas such as cafeteria, offices, restrooms, entrances, stairwells, lockers, and conference rooms.
• Washes walls, ceiling, and woodwork; washed windows, door panels, and sills.
• Cleans washrooms, including sinks, toilets, and floors. Replenishes bathroom supplies.
• Cleans warehouse areas, including loading docks, rails, racks, restrooms, and offices.
• Deep cleaning of offices, hallways, and other common areas.
• Remove and dispose of trash and clean garbage bins.
• Operates the following equipment to assist with sanitation.
  • Electric pallet jack, forklift, and man-lift to perform sanitation duties.
  • Floor scrubbers, power washers and vacuums
• Refills soap and sanitizers.
• Assists with continuous improvement by Identifying opportunities for quality and sanitation.
• Performs sanitation-related tasks including but not limited to scrubbing and mopping the floors, walls, and equipment; vacuuming and removing trash; using the proper chemicals/equipment; and all other related duties as assigned.
• Operates electric pallet jack, forklift, and man-lift to perform sanitation duties.
• Completes daily documentation as required.
• Reports all repairs and maintenance issues throughout the facility.
• Supports Production and Quality teams through sanitation efforts and initiatives.
• Complies with safety, cGMP, SOP, and SQF requirements.

SAFETY RESPONSIBILITY STATEMENT

Supports a culture of safe production and exhibits safe work practices. Actively participates in the safety program by engaging in safety activities. Effectively provides and accepts constructive peer-to-peer feedback on safety performance. Adheres to policies, procedures, SOPs, safe work practices, and safety policies and procedures. Reports ALL workplace incidents to the supervisor immediately. Communicate concerns to a supervisor, report hazards, and provide input on prevention. Properly uses, wears, and stores Personal Protective Equipment when required. Participates on safety teams and/or completes safety-related activities as part of regular job responsibilities.

PERFORMANCE ABILITY

Accurately and thoroughly performs cleaning and sanitation of areas in the facility as stated in the SOP and Master Sanitation Schedule while following all company policies and procedures, including safety policies. Demonstrated ability to meet quality, safety, and efficiency goals consistently. Ability to fill out sanitation/production paperwork accurately and timely. Strong teamwork skills, the ability to work and communicate effectively with others, and the willingness and flexibility to change tasks frequently and work in different areas.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential duty. The requirements below represent the required knowledge, skill, and/or ability. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) at minimum
• More than five years’ experience as a Sanitation Technician, Production Operator, or Warehouse Operator in a Food Manufacturing Production or Warehouse environment.
• Licensed to drive Moving / PIT equipment such as electric pallet jacks, forklifts, and man-lifts.
• Prior leadership experience preferred.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read and interpret documents such as MSDS sheets, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals (S.O.P.). Ability to fill out sanitation/production paperwork accurately. Good verbal communication skills are required.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Basic computer and data entry skills required. [PPO1] [MM2]
• Ability to operate various types of powered industrial equipment (electric pallet jack, forklift, and man lift) required.
• Good attention to detail skills required.
• Exhibits strong teamwork skills; possesses a good, “can do” attitude; collaborates with others; works in a fast-paced environment while following all company policies and procedures, including all