Sanitation Team Lead - 3rd Shift

Position: Team Lead - 3rd Shift
Department: Sanitation 
Reports To: Sanitation Manager
Salary Type: Exempt
Location: Irwindale, CA. Onsite 

Make a greater impact at Bonduelle Americas!

Bonduelle Americas is a certified B Corp inviting people to embrace a flexitarian lifestyle with an expanding portfolio of plant-rich products available in and beyond the produce aisle. We operate four facilities and employ nearly 3,000 Associates in the US. 

Bonduelle Americas is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Groupe Bonduelle (BON.PA), an established global brand with more than 170 years of family heritage bringing the joy of plants to tables around the world. Globally, our ready-to-eat plant-rich food products are grown on 173,000 acres by our grower partners and marketed in nearly 100 countries. Our mission is to inspire the transition toward a plant-rich diet to contribute to people's well-being and planet health. 

Join us at Bonduelle Americas for an opportunity to advance your career in a culture that places people first. As a valued member of our company, you will work in a mission-driven environment aimed at preserving the planet’s resources while providing healthy plant-based products to millions of consumers around the world.

Position Summary:

Directs and coordinates activities of workers engaged in the cleaning, sanitizing and readying of the plant for production of high-quality products.

Minimum Qualifications

• Two years verifiable experience (a. stable job history; b. references).
• Able to perform in an organized, efficient manner.
• Minimum High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Language skills (able to communicate effectively in written and oral form).
• Mathematical skills (able to perform accurate calculations at a High School level).
• Reasoning ability.

Desired Qualifications

• Determine work priorities throughout the shift to fully utilize the activities of the Sanitarians.
• Direct the activities of the Sanitarians in order to have the plant clean, sanitized and ready for production in a timely manner.
• Inspect equipment for conformance to cleanliness standards as set forth by the Quality Assurance Department.
• Plan, develop and implement new methods and procedures to improve the cleaning of equipment and other parts of the plant necessary for proper and efficient operation.
• Requisition tools, equipment and supplies required for the Sanitation Department.
• Report in a timely manner to those individuals affected (e.g., Plant Manager, Maintenance Manager, Production Manager, etc.) any issues which might affect the startup of operations or the quality of finished products.
• Direct training and indoctrination of workers to improve work performance and acquaint workers with company policies and procedures.
• Confer closely with management to resolve maintenance, production and quality issues.
• Confer with workers to resolve grievances.
• Prepare the Sanitation Department budget and monitor expenditures of funds.
• Assure the proper and safe use of cleaning equipment and chemicals.
• Able to work in the typical environment of a fresh-cut produce production facility, which is cold (36-38°F), wet and congested.  
• Third shift work hours (10:00 pm to 8:00 am).
• Able to lift 50 pounds.
• Ability to work well in a team environment and collaborate up and down the organization
• A proven track record of results with a bias for action
• A passion for learning and a craving to work in a fun culture

Compensation and Benefits: 

• We offer a competitive salary range of $70,000 - 85,000 an hour per hour, based on experience and qualifications. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:
• Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, and vision coverage with multiple plan options
• Retirement: 401(k) with diverse investment choices
• Time Off: Generous PTO, sick leave, and paid holidays
• Growth: Tuition reimbursement, training programs, and career advancement opportunities
• Perks: Employee discounts, wellness initiatives, and company events

Physical Work Environment: 

While performing the duties of this job, this position entails use of ladders and catwalks to reach production equipment, regularly works near moving mechanical parts and is regularly exposed to extreme cold for extended periods of time. The associate frequently works in high, precarious places. The associate is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Life at Bonduelle:  

For Bonduelle, now is the time for the plant-based revolution, an essential turning point to meet the huge challenges the planet faces. Nature is our most precious asset, and will not wait. We believe that we must lead the way, offer innovative and pertinent solutions to feed people better while respecting the planet and thereby ensuring the well-being of future generations.

Learn more by visiting: https://bonduelleamericas.com/about-us/

Salary : $70,000 - $85,000