Sterling Engineering, Inc.
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Sanitation Supervisor | 3rd Shift
Greater Chicago Area, IL 60604 US
2025-05-27
2025-07-14
Employment Type:
Permanent
Job Category: Production Management
Job Number: 46112564
Compensation: $80000-105000 / year
Job Description
Title: Sanitation Supervisor (3rd Shift)
Location: Summit, IL
Schedule: Primarily 3rd Shift (11:00 PM – 7:00 AM), Monday through Friday. Some Saturdays and occasional Sundays may be required.
Salary Range: $80,000 – $105,000 based on experience & qualifications
Location: Summit, IL
Schedule: Primarily 3rd Shift (11:00 PM – 7:00 AM), Monday through Friday. Some Saturdays and occasional Sundays may be required.
Salary Range: $80,000 – $105,000 based on experience & qualifications
About the Role
We are seeking a dedicated Sanitation Supervisor to lead our sanitation team and ensure full compliance with all GMP, SQF, FDA, and internal food safety standards. This position plays a critical role in maintaining our facility’s cleanliness and operational readiness during off-shift hours, with a strong focus on overnight (3rd shift) supervision.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide leadership to ensure compliance with all food safety, sanitation, and regulatory standards.
- Collaborate with Production to develop and implement sanitation procedures, training programs, and audit tools.
- Oversee the cleaning and sanitizing of equipment, facilities, and work areas in coordination with other departments.
- Manage and maintain the facility's internal sanitation program and documentation in alignment with regulatory requirements (e.g., SQF).
- Supervise, train, and support sanitation team members; manage scheduling, time tracking, performance recognition, and discipline.
- Ensure strict adherence to all sanitation safety protocols and standard operating procedures.
- Coordinate with external sanitation vendors to enhance efficiency, performance, and cost-effectiveness.
- Identify and resolve sanitation concerns in partnership with Quality Assurance, Production, and Maintenance teams.
- Enforce and support Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and all relevant food safety regulations.
- Conduct regular sanitation inspections to confirm compliance with HACCP, FDA, USDA, and SQF standards.
- Train staff on proper cleaning procedures, safe chemical handling, and the use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Monitor and verify sanitation effectiveness and staff performance.
- Prepare for and support annual SQF and other third-party audits.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree preferred; OR a minimum of 7 years of hands-on experience as a Sanitation Supervisor in a manufacturing environment.
- 5–7 years of relevant supervisory or sanitation experience.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Effective problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
- Skilled at managing conflict and building positive team relationships.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint).
- Strong analytical and strategic thinking capabilities.
What We Offer
- Comprehensive PPO Medical Insurance
- Dental Coverage
- Free Vision Insurance
- 100% 401(k) Match
- Eleven (11) paid holidays annually
- On-site Gym Access
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.