Sanitarian Lead

USDA Sanitarian Lead

Reports To:

USDA Supervisor/Manager

Department:
Sanitation

Location:

West Chester, OH

Position Type:
Full Time

Shift: 3rd shift

Rate:
Hourly

Classification:
Non-Exempt

• Cold Differential: $0.50/hr while working in USDA coolers.
• Shift Differential: $0.50/hr while working on 3rd shift.

• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to read and write in English and perform basic math functions.
• Ability to understand work processes, methods and use of equipment.
• Knowledge of chemical mixing process.
• Ability to lead others in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong communication skills.
• USDA Inspection experience.
• Bilingual Spanish/English a plus.
• USDA Sanitation experience, at least 1 full year, in a manufacturing setting.

• Lead and support sanitation team members to ensure work is completed safely – “Safety First, on time, and to standard.”
• Abide by and enforce all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
• Ensure all safety rules, SSOPs, and sanitation procedures are followed at all times.
• Oversee cleaning and sanitizing of the USDA room, equipment, and other assigned facility areas.
• Perform sanitation duties as set forth in Latitude 36 Foods SSOPs and in compliance with USDA/FDA regulations and guidelines.
• Follow guidelines as set forth by Supervisor and the Manufacturer for use of cleaning equipment when performing your duties.
• Test and record sanitizer strength on the log sheet outside of the room.
• Detecting and eliminating residue can affect the safety and quality of the product.
• Follow lockout/tagout procedures to guarantee equipment remains turned off during cleaning labor to follow safety precaution.
• Report any mechanical problems to the supervisor.
• Verify chemical mixing, chemical concentrations, and proper use of cleaning materials.
• Ensure daily documentation paperwork is completed properly, reviewed, and submitted on time.
• Ensure that production area is always “audit ready.”
• Communicate sanitation updates, revisions, and food safety requirements to the sanitation crew. Help monitor attendance and other assigned personnel‑related tasks.
• Assist with training new hires and support ongoing team development.
• Complete all annual training for the sanitation team.
• Maintain strong communication across departments to support production and sanitation needs.
• Perform other duties as assigned by leadership.

• Work area temperatures are between 34 and 40‑degrees Fahrenheit.
• Frequent exposure to wet and humid conditions during sanitation.
• Must be able to lift and move up to 50 pounds frequently.
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, twisting, lifting, climbing, and moving heavy items.
• Ability to work with cleaning materials, chemicals, and sanitation equipment.
• Normal visual and hearing acuity required.