Sanitation Program Lead Supervisor - ARGO Plant

ACH Food Companies, Inc.•Summit, IL

17h•Onsite

About The Position

The Sanitation Program Lead Supervisor is responsible for leading the sanitation team to ensure the facility meets all cleanliness, hygiene, and food safety standards. This role plays a critical part in maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements and supporting production efficiency. This role works in-person, on-site at the Argo Plant. Plant operations are Monday-Friday, with some Saturdays and possible, though rare, Sundays; three (3) shifts run from 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM, 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM, and 11:00 PM - 7:00 AM (Central time). This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Microbiology, or related field preferred
Minimum 5 years of sanitation experience in a food or packaging manufacturing environment as a Lead or Supervisor
Prior supervisory or team lead experience
Strong knowledge of HACCP, GMPs, SSOPs, and food safety regulations
Ability to lead and motivate a team in a fast-paced environment
Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office and sanitation tracking systems
Strong leadership and team development skills
Ability to stand, walk, bend, climb, and lift up to 50 lbs
Ability to walk, sit and stand for extended periods of times daily
Exposure to cleaning chemicals, wet environments, and varying temperatures
Must wear PPE and follow all safety protocols

Responsibilities

Develop full-scale project plans and associated communications documents
Maintain the facility’s Master Sanitation Schedule (MSS)
Oversee the 7 Steps of Sanitation
Supervise and coordinate sanitation team activities across all shifts
Develop and maintain sanitation schedules and ensure timely execution
Implement and enforce SSOPs (Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures) and GMPs (Good Manufacturing Practices)
Ensure compliance with FDA, USDA, OSHA, and company-specific food safety standards
Conduct routine inspections and audits of equipment, production areas, and sanitation processes
Train, coach and mentor sanitation staff on proper cleaning procedures, chemical handling, sampling techniques, and safety protocols
Maintain accurate records of sanitation activities including validation and verification of sanitation procedures, chemical usage, and corrective actions
Collaborate and partner with QA, Maintenance, and Production teams to resolve sanitation-related issues
Ensure compliance with food safety requirements; support regulatory inspections, audits and customer visits with sanitation and EMP documentation
Manage inventory of sanitation supplies and coordinate with procurement as needed
Support internal and external audits, including documentation and corrective action plans
Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance sanitation effectiveness and efficiency
Other duties as assigned by the Quality Manager or plant leadership

Benefits

Comprehensive PPO Medical Plan
Dental Insurance
Free Vision Insurance
401(k) Matching Program
Eleven (11) paid holidays per year
Parental Leave
On-site Gym
Employees at ACH Food Companies, Inc. enjoy a comprehensive suite of benefits designed to support you throughout your employment.
ACH offers a choice of two PPO medical plans with low deductibles and dental coverage.
Vision and Life Insurance are provided at no charge.
Employees have the opportunity to elect additional life insurance coverage as well as participate in a 401(k) with a company matching contribution.
Argo Plant employees receive uniforms and appropriate casual business wear with the ACH logo.
Argo Plant employees receive yearly safety shoe and safety eyewear reimbursement/credit for purchases.