Job Title: Sanitation Lead

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Sanitation Lead to manage and guide our sanitation crew within the food manufacturing industry. This role requires a proactive individual who can ensure adherence to safety, quality, and sanitation standards while effectively communicating with multiple departments.

Responsibilities

Enforce company Lock Out Tag Out and food safety procedures across the sanitation teamTrain crew members on proper handling and identification of approved sanitation chemicalsEnsure compliance with GMPs, regulatory standards, and company directives for product quality, sanitation, food safety, employee safety, and environmental practicesAssign and oversee daily workload for sanitation techniciansCoordinate with Production, Warehouse, Maintenance, and Quality teams to complete timely sanitation of equipment and areasConduct sanitation audits and implement corrective actions when neededPartner with the Quality team to develop and improve sanitation procedures, techniques, and testing plansSupport departmental training on SOPs, GMPs, and documentation requirementsMaintain and service sanitation equipment, including preventative maintenance and recordkeepingMonitor crew performance to ensure adherence to SOPs and sanitation standardsPerform routine sanitation tasks such as area inspections, cleaning, sanitizing, and auditingPrepare work orders, tool checklists, and assist with Master Sanitation Schedule documentationReport issues and concerns promptly to appropriate personnel

Essential SkillsMinimum 1 year of experience as a sanitation lead, with a preference for 2-3 years.Experience in food manufacturing or hospital setting.Experience with chemicals.Leadership experience and ability to direct others.Strong time management and problem-solving skills.Bilingual abilities are a plus.

Work Environment

Work schedule is Monday through Friday, 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM. The role involves leading a team of 7 sanitation technicians in a dynamic food manufacturing environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Romeoville, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $24.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Romeoville,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 6, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

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