Overnight Sanitation Lead

TRI 3•De Soto, KS

11d•Onsite

About The Position

The Overnight Sanitation Lead oversees the sanitation team at a frozen dough industrial manufacturing facility. Working the overnight shift, the Lead coordinates cleaning and sanitation of equipment, machinery, and the production environment to ensure food safety, regulatory compliance, and production needs are met. The role includes managing team workflow, scheduling and training employees, coordinating with production and quality assurance, maintaining sanitation records, supporting audits, and identifying process improvements. The Lead also promotes safe work practices and proper handling of sanitation chemicals and equipment.

Requirements

At least 3–5 years of sanitation experience in a food manufacturing environment.
At least 1–2 years of experience in an elevated role.
Knowledge of food safety regulations, GMPs, and HACCP guidelines.
Strong leadership and communication skills and the ability to manage and motivate a team.
Ability to work overnight shifts and occasional weekends or holidays as needed.
Proficiency using sanitation chemicals and equipment in an industrial setting.
At least 2 years of sanitation experience (required).
Availability for the overnight shift (required).
Ability to commute to De Soto, KS 66018 (required).
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform extended periods of standing, bending, and walking.
Comfort working in a cold or wet environment typical of a frozen dough manufacturing facility.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with frozen dough production processes.

Responsibilities

Manage the overnight sanitation team's workflow, scheduling, and training.
Ensure team members follow safety and sanitation protocols, including proper use of chemicals and equipment.
Coordinate sanitation needs with production, quality assurance, and other departments.
Oversee cleaning and sanitizing production equipment, floors, walls, and other facility surfaces.
Ensure sanitation work follows SOPs, GMPs, and HACCP guidelines.
Monitor cleaning effectiveness, conduct inspections, and address areas needing improvement.
Ensure proper handling, storage, and disposal of sanitation chemicals.
Maintain records of sanitation activities, including cleaning logs, chemical usage, and inspection results.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local food safety regulations, including FDA and USDA requirements.
Participate in audits and inspections and assist with preparing and presenting sanitation records.
Promote workplace safety, including proper PPE use and adherence to safety protocols.
Train team members in sanitation best practices and safe use of cleaning chemicals and machinery.
Respond to sanitation-related safety concerns or incidents.
Work with cross-functional teams to identify sanitation process and efficiency improvements.