Sanitation Team Lead SimplyAI Bellingham, WA Job Details Full-time $24 - $26 an hour 11 hours ago Benefits 401(k) Qualifications Food processing plant experience Shift management Manufacturing facility experience Team development Supervising experience Food safety sanitizing procedures Quality assurance standard operating procedures Quality control Industrial chemical handling Standard operating procedures (SOPs) Full Job Description Company Overview A leading North American producer of traditional dairy-based South Asian foods is seeking a Sanitation Lead - Night Shift for its manufacturing facility in Bellingham, WA. The company specializes in paneer, ghee, yogurt, and a variety of dairy-based products. With decades of growth, the organization operates CFIA, FDA, and EU-approved facilities and maintains SQF Level 3 certification, ensuring high standards of quality, safety, and compliance Key Responsibilities Supervise and manage Clean-in-Place (CIP) programs and sanitation activities Oversee sanitation of HTST (High Temperature Short Time) pasteurizer systems Troubleshoot CIP systems and perform minor mechanical repairs (sensors, air fittings) Monitor sanitation workload and adjust staffing for cleaning operations Track and document chemical usage and ensure safe handling procedures Review and maintain sanitation records, logs, and system charts Conduct sanitation inspections and cleanliness testing Ensure compliance with GMP and standard operating procedures Promote and enforce workplace safety standards Address attendance and performance issues of team members Develop and improve sanitation procedures and policies Collaborate daily with Quality Assurance, Production, and Maintenance teams Maintain effective communication with management Support a positive and proactive team environment Perform other duties as assigned by leadership Qualifications Minimum 2+ years of supervisory or leadership experience (food manufacturing preferred) 1-2 years of experience in high-volume manufacturing environments preferred

Knowledge of:

Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) WHMIS (Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System) Basic mechanical troubleshooting skills preferred Experience with

CIP/HTST

systems is an asset Candidates from food, beverage, dairy, meat, or bakery industries are encouraged to apply Physical Requirements Ability to perform repetitive physical tasks Frequent lifting up to 50 lbs Standing and walking for extended periods Bending, kneeling, climbing, pushing, pulling, and reaching Work Environment Exposure to cleaning chemicals and sanitation agents Work around electrical and mechanical equipment Elevated work areas and varying temperatures (hot and cold) Exposure to grease, oils, and humid conditions Loud noise levels Occasional outdoor exposure Success Factors Strong attention to detail High commitment to food safety and workplace safety Ability to manage and optimize sanitation processes Understanding of sanitation workflow and sequencing Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment Additional Information Immediate start available Overtime may be required Growth opportunities into roles such as Sanitation Supervisor or Production Manager Night shift premium included in compensation

Benefits:

401(k)

Experience:

Sanitation:

3 years (Required)

Location:

Bellingham, WA 98225 (Required) Shift availability: Night Shift (Required) Overnight Shift (Required)

Work Location:

In person

Benefits:

401(k)

Pay:

$24.00 - $26.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Application Question(s): Do you have experience working in sanitation within a food, dairy, beverage, or similar production facility?

Yes / No

Do you have at least 2 years of experience in a supervisory or leadership role in a manufacturing or food production environment? Are you comfortable working night shifts (6:00 PM - 4:30 AM) and weekends if required?

Yes / No

Are you able to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physically demanding tasks?

Experience:

Sanitation:

2 years (Required)

Location:

Bellingham, WA 98225 (Required)

Work Location:

In person