Sanitation Technician / Assistant Team Lead 3rd Shift

Johnsonville•Sheboygan Falls, WI

5d•$27 - $29•Onsite

About The Position

The Sanitation Technician / Assistant Team Lead performs sanitation work in a manufacturing facility and provides support and direction to members of a work team. The role leads, motivates, and trains team members to achieve production results, develop skills, and strengthen teamwork while ensuring compliance with safety, quality, sanitation, and food-safety requirements. The position also serves as a technical and business resource for system operations and production requirements, leads continuous improvement efforts, and builds effective working relationships that foster cooperation and problem-solving. The team lead works alongside team members to perform daily sanitation practices in an assigned area, ensuring equipment is clean and ready for production. Work involves chemicals, hoses, lifts, and other equipment. The position is based at the Meadowside facility and is scheduled from 9:00 p.m. to 5:30 a.m., Monday through Friday, with overtime as production demands. Pay is $26.97–$29.03 per hour plus a $2.00 shift premium.

Requirements

Prior experience in leadership or supervision.
Demonstrated communication and listening skills.
Demonstrated ability to solve problems effectively and efficiently.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Ability to lead by example and involve others in decision-making as a team player.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and adjust priorities flexibly.
Ability to act as a change agent and innovate.
Knowledge of regulatory compliance, including safety, USDA, and HACCP.
Basic knowledge of and ability to use Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, the Internet, and Lotus Notes.
Ability to navigate SAP.
Working knowledge of sanitation and sanitary design principles.
Strong ability to make decisions with limited resources.
Excellent attitude.
Must be proficient in English based on business necessity.
Must be at least 18 years old.
Must pass a pre-employment, post-offer drug screen, physical, and background check.
Must be eligible to work in the country where the job is located without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of a secondary language is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Lead the team in safety, quality, and performance.
Evaluate and coordinate training needs and efforts for sanitation team members, incorporating quality and safety standards.
Evaluate line staffing needs and maintain budgeted resources to maximize output.
Coach and guide team members, support their development, and determine appropriate discipline when needed.
Schedule work daily and allocate resources effectively.
Monitor team-member performance, provide feedback, and document results through performance appraisals.
Manage relationships with team members and co-workers.
Conduct team meetings and communicate information effectively to members.
Complete daily performance reports and shift paperwork.
Lead process-improvement initiatives and develop and execute improvement plans in the four critical success areas.
Build a team environment, manage conflict, and resolve issues.
Serve as a role model for team members.
Manage safety on the line, address safety issues promptly, and champion safety.
Manage and maintain sanitation inventory.
Work with chemical suppliers to determine department focus.
Monitor bacteria counts and take appropriate corrective action.
Participate in selection processes for open positions.
Monitor and ensure timely completion of the master sanitation schedule.
Work closely with USDA inspectors.
Actively participate in daily equipment sanitation and ensure equipment is ready for production.