Sanitation Supervisor

Keystone Distinction Group; Illinois; On-site; USD 95,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Keystone Distinction Group in Bedford Park, IL, is seeking a Sanitation Supervisor for the 3rd shift at a Chicago south suburbs facility. You will own third‑shift sanitation operations on the production floor, leading from the line and ensuring compliant, safe, and efficient cleaning processes.

The role requires hands‑on leadership, strong communication, and a track record in food manufacturing sanitation. Candidates must be willing to work third shift and drive accountability across the team.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of sanitation leadership experience.
• 5+ years of supervisory experience in manufacturing.
• Food manufacturing sanitation experience required.
• Hands-on leadership on the production floor.
• Availability to work 3rd shift consistently.
• Strong communication and accountability leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a sanitation team on 3rd shift across a large food manufacturing facility.
• Maintain compliance with sanitation, food safety, and regulatory requirements.
• Drive accountability and consistency across the shift through direct floor presence and active team engagement.
• Coordinate sanitation schedules, chemical usage, and equipment cleaning protocols.
• Partner with production and quality teams to ensure sanitation standards are met without disrupting output.
• Train, coach, and develop team members on procedures and safety standards.
• Document sanitation activity and maintain accurate compliance records.

Skills

Hands-on leadership

Strong communication

Team leadership

Floor presence

Education

BS/BA/AAS or an equivalent

Job description

Sanitation Supervisor – 3rd Shift | Food Manufacturing
Location: Bedford Park, IL
Compensation: $95,000–$110,000

Overview

A well-established food manufacturer in the Chicago south suburbs is looking for an experienced sanitation supervisor to take ownership of third‑shift sanitation operations.

This is a floor-first role. The expectation is that you are present, visible, and leading from the production floor, not managing from an office. The culture here is hands‑on and team‑driven, and the incoming supervisor needs to match that energy from day one.

What the Job Involves

• Lead and supervise a sanitation team on 3rd shift across a large food manufacturing facility
• Maintain compliance with all sanitation, food safety, and regulatory requirements
• Drive accountability and consistency across the shift through direct floor presence and active team engagement
• Coordinate sanitation schedules, chemical usage, and equipment cleaning protocols
• Partner with production and quality teams to ensure sanitation standards are met without disrupting output
• Train, coach, and develop team members on proper procedures and safety standards
• Document sanitation activity and maintain accurate compliance records

What They Need

• BS/BA/AAS or an equivalent of 7+ years of sanitation leadership experience; HS/GED is required
• 5+ years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment required
• Food manufacturing sanitation experience is required
• Hands‑on leadership style with genuine comfort working on the production floor
• Availability and willingness to work 3rd shift consistently
• Strong communication skills and the ability to lead a team with clarity and accountability