Sanitation Supervisor

Description The Sanitation Supervisor is responsible for leading and coordinating sanitation staff to ensure a clean, safe, and compliant environment across non-production areas, including break rooms, offices, and restrooms. This role oversees daily cleaning operations, enforces sanitation standards, and supports a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement within the facility.

Key Responsibilities

· Supervise, schedule, and assign daily tasks to sanitation technicians · Ensure all break rooms, offices, restrooms, and common areas meet company cleanliness and sanitation standards · Conduct routine inspections and audits to maintain quality and compliance · Train new hires and provide ongoing coaching to sanitation staff on procedures, safety, and chemical handling · Monitor inventory levels of cleaning supplies and coordinate reordering as needed · Ensure proper use, storage, and maintenance of cleaning equipment and chemicals (SDS compliance) · Address employee concerns, performance issues, and attendance in alignment with company policies · Collaborate with maintenance and operations teams to resolve facility-related issues · Support deep cleaning, special projects, and preparation for audits or leadership visits · Maintain documentation of cleaning schedules, inspections, and corrective actions · Promote and enforce all safety policies, including PPE usage and hazard communication

Requirements

Qualifications

· High school diploma or GED required; associate degree or certifications in facilities, sanitation, or safety preferred · 2–5 years of custodial/sanitation experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment · 1+ year of supervisory or team lead experience preferred · Knowledge of cleaning chemicals, equipment, and OSHA safety standards · Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills Physical Requirements · Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 40 lbs regularly · Ability to perform and demonstrate cleaning tasks as needed · Comfortable working in a manufacturing environment Work Environment Manufacturing facility with exposure to noise, dust, and varying temperatures May require flexible scheduling, including evenings or weekends Key Competencies · Leadership and team development · Accountability and ownership · Attention to detail · Time management and prioritization · Safety and compliance mindset · Continuous improvement focus