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Sanitation Lead

The J.M. Smucker Company
United States, Arkansas, Arkadelphia
Oct 13, 2025

Work Arrangements: 2 pm to 10 pm and weekends as needed to support operations

In this role you will:

Lead the sanitation team to ensure cleanliness and safety of the facility

Participate in cleaning activities

Develop and implement sanitation procedures that comply with industry and regulatory standards

Conduct regular inspections of the facility to identify areas that need cleaning and maintenance.

Monitor and maintain inventory of cleaning supplies and equipment.

Train and educate sanitation team on proper procedures and safety protocols

Collaborate with departments to ensure sanitation procedures do not interfere with production schedules

Document and maintain records of sanitation procedures and inspections. Conduct equipment inspections after sanitors have completed cleaning tasks and provide feedback to sanitors and the bakery

Investigate and resolve any sanitation related complaints or issues

Conduct ATP testing on cleaned surfaces

What we are looking for:

Minimum Requirements:
Previous manufacturing experience required
High school diploma or equivalent (GED) preferred.
Previous safety training required.

Troubleshooting experience or mechanical aptitude required.

Experience assisting with change overs preferred.
Experience working in a team-oriented environment preferred.

At least two years of sanitation experience or a related field

Knowledge of sanitation regulations and procedures

Ability to develop and implement sanitation programs and protocols

Strong leadership skills and experience in managing a team

Work Environment:
This job operates in a manufacturing environment. The noise level in the work environment and manufacturing sites can be loud.

Physical Demands:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. May require use of equipment requiring certification before use. Please see current job safety analysis.

Additional skills and experience that we think would make someone successful in this role:

Excellent communication skills to effectively communicate with team members and managers

Detail oriented and able to maintain accurate records and documentation

Ability to identify and solve problems in a timely and effective manner

Flexibility to work flexible and varied shifts as needed

Learn more about working at Smucker:

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The Right Place for You

We are bold, kind, strive to do the right thing, we play to win, and we believe in a strong community that thrives together. Our culture is rooted in our Basic Beliefs, and we believe in supporting every employee by meeting their physical, emotional, and financial needs.

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