Sanitation Supervisor

VanTran Industries, Inc.; Waconia (MN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

VanTran Industries, Inc. is seeking a Sanitation Supervisor to lead sanitation staff across break rooms, offices, and restrooms in our Minnesota facility.

You will schedule tasks, conduct inspections, train new hires, and coordinate with maintenance to resolve facility issues, while enforcing sanitation standards and OSHA safety rules.

This on-site role requires strong leadership, clear communication, and a commitment to safety and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; associate degree or safety/ facilities cert preferred.
• 2–5 years custodial/sanitation experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• 1+ year of supervisory or team lead experience preferred.
• Knowledge of cleaning chemicals, equipment, and OSHA safety standards.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, schedule, and assign daily sanitation tasks.
• Ensure break rooms, offices, restrooms, and common areas meet standards.
• Conduct routine inspections and audits for quality and compliance.
• Train new hires and coach staff on procedures, safety, and chemical handling.
• Monitor cleaning supplies inventory and coordinate reordering.
• Ensure proper use and storage of cleaning equipment and chemicals (SDS).
• Address employee concerns, performance, and attendance per policy.
• Collaborate with maintenance to resolve facility issues.
• Support deep cleaning, special projects, audits, and leadership visits.
• Maintain cleaning schedules, inspections, and corrective actions.
• Promote and enforce safety policies, including PPE.

Skills

Custodial experience

Supervisory experience

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Chemical handling

OSHA safety standards

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree or safety/facilities cert

Tools

Cleaning equipment

Job description

The Sanitation Supervisor is responsible for leading and coordinating sanitation staff to ensure a clean, safe, and compliant environment across non-production areas, including break rooms, offices, and restrooms. This role oversees daily cleaning operations, enforces sanitation standards, and supports a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement within the facility.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise, schedule, and assign daily tasks to sanitation technicians
• Ensure all break rooms, offices, restrooms, and common areas meet company cleanliness and sanitation standards
• Conduct routine inspections and audits to maintain quality and compliance
• Train new hires and provide ongoing coaching to sanitation staff on procedures, safety, and chemical handling
• Monitor inventory levels of cleaning supplies and coordinate reordering as needed
• Ensure proper use, storage, and maintenance of cleaning equipment and chemicals (SDS compliance)
• Address employee concerns, performance issues, and attendance in alignment with company policies
• Collaborate with maintenance and operations teams to resolve facility-related issues
• Support deep cleaning, special projects, and preparation for audits or leadership visits
• Maintain documentation of cleaning schedules, inspections, and corrective actions
• Promote and enforce all safety policies, including PPE usage and hazard communication

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; associate degree or certifications in facilities, sanitation, or safety preferred
• 2–5 years of custodial/sanitation experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment
• 1+ year of supervisory or team lead experience preferred
• Knowledge of cleaning chemicals, equipment, and OSHA safety standards
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem‑solving skills

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 40 lbs regularly
• Ability to perform and demonstrate cleaning tasks as needed
• Comfortable working in a manufacturing environment

Work Environment

Manufacturing facility with exposure to noise, dust, and varying temperatures

May require flexible scheduling, including evenings or weekends

Key Competencies

• Leadership and team development
• Accountability and ownership
• Attention to detail
• Time management and prioritization
• Safety and compliance mindset
• Continuous improvement focus

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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