Team Lead, Sanitation

Village Farms International•Delta, BC

4d•CA$26 - CA$30•Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the Sanitation Supervisor, the Team Lead – Sanitation is responsible for leading and supporting sanitation operations to ensure all production equipment, machinery, utensils, tools, and facility areas are cleaned and maintained in accordance with Company standards. This role exists to promote a safe, organized, and audit-ready production environment through hands-on leadership, execution of the Master Sanitation Schedule, ATP swabbing procedures, and consistent adherence to quality, health, and safety standards.

Requirements

Highschool diploma or equivalent experience.
Minimum 2 years of experience working in a sanitation environment within the food manufacturing, pharmaceutical, or regulated production industry
Experience implementing sanitation procedures and SSOPs in a manufacturing environment
Experience conducting sanitation inspections, ATP swabbing, and maintaining sanitation documentation
Experience using Microsoft Office programs including Word, Excel, and Outlook
Knowledge of sanitation procedures, cleaning chemicals, and safe chemical handling practices
Understanding of GMPs, HACCP, SSOPs, WHMIS, and food safety standards
Strong leadership, coaching, and team development skills
Strong organizational and time management skills
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Ability to identify sanitation, safety, and operational issues and implement corrective actions
Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain high sanitation and quality standards
Problem-solving and continuous improvement mindset
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
Ability to adapt to changing priorities and operational requirements
Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry up to 40–50 lbs on a regular basis throughout the shift
Ability to stand, walk, bend, squat, reach, and perform repetitive motions for extended periods in a production environment
Comfortable working in wet, humid, cold, or hot environments while safely handling sanitation chemicals and equipment
Ability to wear required PPE

Nice To Haves

Minimum 1 year in a Team Lead Role is considered an asset.
Experience working in a GMP and HACCP regulated facility is considered an asset.
Experience with inventory management, scheduling, and team coordination is an asset.
Ability to work flexible shifts, including weekends, overtime, and holidays as operationally required.

Responsibilities

Coordinates all sanitation activities according to Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures (SSOPs)
Ensures machinery/equipment is properly disassembled and reassembled where required for effective cleaning
Conducts ATP swab testing as necessary to verify sanitation effectiveness
Ensures all chemicals used in the cleaning process are mixed according to supplier specifications
Maintains daily, weekly, and monthly sanitation records
Understands and fulfills responsibilities related to GMPs, HACCP, food safety, and health & safety programs
Maintains sanitation inventory and supplies
Verifies sanitation tasks completed by sanitation associates
Follows Health and Safety policies and procedures in which training is provided
Reports sanitation, safety, or operational concerns to the Sanitation Supervisor
Leads by example and fosters an environment of mutual respect and teamwork among Team Members
Leads, coaches, mentors, and trains Sanitation Team Members
Conducts pre-shift meetings and provides feedback regarding team and individual performance
Ensures all new employees are effectively oriented and trained
Manages team workload distribution and structure to support operational efficiency and performance
Leads sanitation personnel onsite and ensures daily requirements and procedures are completed
Coordinates with Maintenance personnel, sanitation crew, and Production departments regarding dismantling and preparation of production lines and equipment for cleaning
Supports sanitation scheduling and completion of tasks within operational timelines
Communicates sanitation-related updates, concerns, and operational issues to leadership
Performs other duties as assigned by Supervisor or Manager to support departmental and operational needs