Waste Management Supervisor

Sterling St James LLC; Bedford Park (IL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Sterling St James LLC in Bedford Park, IL, is seeking an experienced Sanitation Supervisor for the 3rd shift to own sanitation operations on the production floor. This hands-on leadership role requires visible management and team energy from day one.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in sanitation leadership, 5+ years of supervisory manufacturing experience, and a strong ability to drive compliance while maintaining output. Work is on-site with a fast-paced culture.

Qualifications

• BS/BA/AAS or equivalent with 7+ years of sanitation leadership
• 5+ years supervisory experience in manufacturing
• Food manufacturing sanitation experience
• Hands-on leadership on production floor
• Availability to work 3rd shift
• Strong communication and accountability

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Sanitation leadership

Floor presence

Team coaching

Communication

Regulatory compliance

Education

BS/BA/AAS or equivalent

HS/GED required

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