Sanitation Lead, 3rd Shift

1-800-FLOWERS.COM, INC. • Lake Forest, IL

1d • $23 - $24 • Onsite

About The Position

The Sanitation Lead is responsible for maintaining a clean and safe production environment by overseeing and performing a variety of sanitation and cleaning tasks. This role ensures compliance with food safety standards, company policies, and regulatory requirements while supporting overall production operations.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required
• 3–5 years of sanitation experience required
• Strong communication skills, including basic writing ability
• Organized and detail-oriented
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Team-oriented mindset

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual preferred

Responsibilities

• Perform titration checks and document readings daily
• Assist with additional responsibilities due to staffing shortages (e.g., cleaning production lines)
• Follow all safety procedures, report safety concerns, and ensure proper use of PPE
• Verify team compliance with safety PPE requirements and maintain documentation
• Assist the Supervisor with daily shift huddles
• Clean and sanitize production areas, including: Catch pans, Bucket conveyor systems, Utensils, Walls, ceilings, floors, and pipes, Kettles and top surfaces of equipment
• Ensure all cleaning meets food safety standards
• Complete all tasks assigned by the Sanitation team or Sanitarian
• Report damaged product-contact parts, utensils, and equipment to leadership
• Maintain cleanliness of all sanitation equipment and ensure proper covering when not in use
• Follow all GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) standards
• Remove trash and product waste after 3rd shift cleaning is completed
• Ensure compliance with OSHA safety standards, including proper PPE and LOTO procedures
• Report hazards or concerns to the Sanitation Supervisor
• Complete pre-operational inspections in partnership with Quality team members
• Collaborate with the Sanitation Supervisor on additional tasks and department needs

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance for the associate and eligible dependents
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• 401(k) retirement savings program
• Mental health resources and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid vacation time (accrued based on hours worked and tenure)
• Paid company holidays
• Employee discount across our family of brands
• Potential eligibility for annual merit-based compensation increases

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED