Sanitation Lead MSS/ 1st Shift

Elgin, Illinois, US on site Until 8/21/2026 3+ years exp First posted May 27, 2026 Last posted May 27, 2026
Job description

Summary:

The sanitation lead is responsible for coordinating and overseeing the daily workloads of sanitation employees and trains new hires. The person in this position is able to perform all cleaning activities within the facility (packaging and processing) and works to ensure appropriate sanitation standards are met throughout.

Functions Of The Position:

  • Coordinates and oversees the daily workloads of sanitation employees. Works with sanitation supervisor to improve/maintain employee productivity and efficiency. 
  • Responsible for documentation and follow-up of plant sanitation schedules. 
  • Trains sanitation worker I, II, and III employees on occupational hazards of duties performed. 
  • Maintains cleaning schedules, supply usage and quantity logs. 
  • Responsible for the instruction/training of chemical use, safety procedures and equipment use.

 

Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or equivalent required.
  • College completion or coursework preferred.
  • Three plus years' experience in sanitation lead role.
  • Experience in a food processing environment with dry sanitation, preferred.
  • Knowledge of sanitation chemicals required.
  • Able to understand and speak English.
  • Basic math skills required.
  • Must have good manual dexterity and vision.
  • Able to use industrial strength cleaners, degreasers, and sanitizers.
  • Ability to tear down and re-assemble critical equipment independently.
  • Able to train and coach less experienced workers.
  • Good decision-making skills required.
  • Good interpersonal skills.

 

JBSS is an Equal Opportunity Employer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.

About this role

Summary

Supervise and train sanitation team, ensure cleanliness, maintain schedules, and use chemicals in food environment

Job title

Sanitation Lead MSS 1st Shift

Experience level

3+ years

Minimum experience

3+ years exp

Industry

food processing

Location requirements

Elgin, Illinois, United States, onsite work only

Salary

USD 48,984–67,288 per year

Management role

Yes

Skills & keywords

Required skills

sanitation

Preferred skills

dry sanitation

Specializations

sanitationfood processingchemicalstraining
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Elgin, IL, USA

On-site City
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