Sanitation Team Lead

• Department: Sanitation
• Reports to: Sanitation Manager
• Location: Irwindale

Make a greater impact at Bonduelle Americas!

Bonduelle Americas is a certified B Corp inviting people to embrace a flexitarian lifestyle with an expanding portfolio of plant-rich products available in and beyond the produce aisle. We operate four facilities and employ nearly 3,000 Associates in the US.


Bonduelle Americas is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Groupe Bonduelle (BON.PA), an established global brand with more than 170 years of family heritage bringing the joy of plants to tables around the world. Globally, our ready-to-eat plant-rich food products are grown on 173,000 acres by our grower partners and marketed in nearly 100 countries. Our mission is to inspire the transition toward a plant-rich diet to contribute to people's well-being and planet health.


Join us at Bonduelle Americas for an opportunity to advance your career in a culture that places people first. As a valued member of our company, you will work in a mission-driven environment aimed at preserving the planet's resources while providing healthy plant-based products to millions of consumers around the world.

Position Summary:

The Sanitation Team Lead is responsible for guiding and mentoring sanitation associates to ensure that all safety, food safety, and cleanliness standards are consistently upheld. This role plays a key part in driving sanitation performance, maintaining regulatory compliance, and fostering a culture of safety and accountability within the department.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide clear direction and support to the sanitation team during assigned shifts.
• Promote team engagement and continuous learning through cross-training, coaching, and hands-on support.
• Support hiring, onboarding, and performance feedback processes for sanitation associates.
• Ensure the execution of daily sanitation tasks for production lines, equipment, and facility spaces in accordance with established procedures.
• Uphold compliance with all regulatory standards including GMP, HACCP, FDA, USDA and internal food safety protocols.
• Conduct regular inspections and audits, initiate and document corrective actions where required.
• Environmental Monitoring Program
• Reinforce a strong safety culture by ensuring the use of appropriate PPE and adherence to safe work practices.
• Identify and respond to food safety or quality issues promptly and escalate to the appropriate parties.
• Follow lockout/tagout and chemical safety procedures consistently.
• Monitor key performance indicators such as rework, sanitation efficiency, and downtime related to cleanliness.
• Collaborate with other departments to improve processes, reduce waste, and maintain a clean and efficient operation.
• Track labor, supply usage, and sanitation metrics; ensure accurate and timely completion of reports and logs.
• Manage team schedules, ensuring appropriate crewing and de-crewing in alignment with sanitation needs.
• Coordinate cleaning cycles around production schedules to minimize downtime and maximize line readiness.
• Maintain accurate records in systems such as CMMS, timekeeping platforms, and sanitation logs.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School diploma or GED required; Bachelor's degree preferred
• Minimum, of 2 years of supervisory experience, preferably in sanitation or food manufacturing
• Ability to work in cold environments (34°F) for extended periods
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Proficiency in MS Office, Google Suite, and familiarity with systems such as JDE, RPMS, and DSI
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule including weekends, and holidays
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus

Compensation and Benefits:

• We offer a competitive salary based on experience and qualifications. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:
• Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, and vision coverage with multiple plan options
• Retirement: 401(k) with diverse investment choices
• Time Off: Generous PTO, sick leave, and paid holidays
• Growth: Tuition reimbursement, training programs, and career advancement opportunities
• Perks: Employee discounts, wellness initiatives, and company events

Physical Work Environment:

While performing the duties of this job, this position entails use of ladders and catwalks to reach production equipment, regularly works near moving mechanical parts and is regularly exposed to extreme cold for extended periods of time. The associate frequently works in high, precarious places. The associate is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Life at Bonduelle:

For Bonduelle, now is the time for the plant-based revolution, an essential turning point to meet the huge challenges the planet faces. Nature is our most precious asset, and will not wait. We believe that we must lead the way, offer innovative and pertinent solutions to feed people better while respecting the planet and thereby ensuring the well-being of future generations.

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