Sanitation Program Supervisor

Job Title: Sanitation Program Lead Supervisor

Job Description

As a Sanitation Program Supervisor, you will be responsible for developing comprehensive project plans and communication documents. You will oversee the facility's Master Sanitation Schedule (MSS), supervise and coordinate sanitation team activities across all shifts, and ensure compliance with food safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop full-scale project plans and associated communications documents.

• Maintain the facility's Master Sanitation Schedule (MSS).

• Oversee the 7 Steps of Sanitation.

• Supervise and coordinate sanitation team activities across all shifts.

• Develop and maintain sanitation schedules and ensure timely execution.

• Implement and enforce Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures (SSOPs) and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).

• Ensure compliance with FDA, USDA, OSHA, and company-specific food safety standards.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Microbiology, or related field preferred.

• Minimum 5 years of sanitation experience in a food or packaging manufacturing environment as a Lead or Supervisor.

• Prior supervisory or team lead experience.

• Strong knowledge of HACCP, GMPs, SSOPs, and food safety regulations.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Ability to lead and motivate a team in a fast-paced environment.

• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office and sanitation tracking systems.

• Strong leadership and team development skills.

• Physical ability to stand, walk, bend, climb, and lift up to 50 lbs.

• Ability to walk, sit, and stand for extended periods daily.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $48.00 - $55.00/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 Bedford Park,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 26, 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.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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