Sanitation Lead

Golding•Winston-Salem, NC

16h•Onsite

About The Position

The Sanitation Lead is responsible for coordinating and overseeing sanitation activities within the manufacturing facility to ensure compliance with food safety standards, regulatory requirements, and company policies. This role leads sanitation team members, ensures effective execution of cleaning procedures, and maintains production equipment and facility areas in a clean, sanitary, and audit-ready condition.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required
2–5 years of sanitation experience in a manufacturing or food production environment preferred
1+ year of leadership or supervisory experience preferred
Strong knowledge of GMPs, HACCP, and food safety standards
Experience with industrial sanitation equipment and chemicals (e.g., COP systems, foamers, pressure washers)
Ability to read and interpret Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Basic computer skills for documentation and reporting
Strong leadership and team coordination skills
Attention to detail with strong inspection and verification capabilities
Problem-solving skills with the ability to address sanitation and food safety issues proactively
Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively in a production environment
Effective communication skills across cross-functional teams
Ability to work in a fast-paced, manufacturing environment
Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to wet, cold, and/or humid conditions
Ability to stand, walk, bend, and perform physical tasks throughout the shift
Ability to lift and move materials (up to 50 lbs)

Responsibilities

Lead and coordinate daily, weekly, and periodic sanitation activities across production lines and facility areas
Train, coach, and support sanitation team members on proper cleaning procedures, chemical handling, and safety practices
Ensure compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures (SSOPs), and food safety requirements
Inspect equipment and facility areas to verify cleanliness and pre-operational readiness prior to production startup
Develop and manage sanitation schedules, including routine and deep cleaning, to support production efficiency and minimize downtime
Ensure proper use, dilution, labeling, and storage of sanitation chemicals in accordance with safety and regulatory requirements
Maintain accurate sanitation logs, records, and documentation for internal tracking and audit readiness
Partner with Quality Assurance to support internal audits, customer audits, and regulatory inspections
Identify, investigate, and resolve sanitation and food safety risks in a timely manner
Enforce safety policies, including proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and adherence to lockout/tagout procedures
Support continuous improvement initiatives related to sanitation processes, efficiency, and effectiveness
Collaborate with Operations, Maintenance, and Quality teams to ensure alignment on sanitation standards and production needs
Performs additional duties as assigned that are consistent with the scope, level of responsibility, and essential functions of this position in support of departmental and operational objectives.