What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sanitation Team Leader position at Grain Millers Newton?
Who we are.
Grain Millers, Inc. is a top producer of whole grain ingredients used in food products worldwide. You might not recognize our name, but you've likely enjoyed our products. Since 1986, we've supplied ingredients to almost every major food company. We have about 1,000 employees across North America.
Why we need you.
Are you looking for a stable income & schedule, excellent benefits, and paid vacation? Grain Millers in Newton, WI (just outside of Manitowoc) is the place for you! We are looking for a Sanitation Team Leader to help maintain a safe, clean, and food-safe manufacturing environment. In this role, you'll lead sanitation operations, support food safety initiatives, drive continuous improvement, and ensure compliance with sanitation, pest control, and safety programs.
Who you are.
You are a hands-on leader who takes ownership, communicates effectively, and leads by example. You enjoy developing others, staying organized, and finding solutions to challenges. You can balance multiple priorities while fostering a positive, collaborative, and safety-focused culture.
- Lead and coordinate daily sanitation team activities and priorities.
- Manage the facility's sanitation and pest control programs.
- Maintain sanitation records and the Master Sanitation Schedule.
- Support food safety, GMP, HACCP, customer, and third-party audit activities.
- Investigate sanitation, pest control, and facility-related issues and implement corrective actions.
- Lead sanitation, food safety, and safety training initiatives.
- Drive safety programs, inspections, audits, and incident investigations.
- Manage sanitation tools, chemicals, equipment, and inventory.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Previous leadership or team lead experience.
- Knowledge of sanitation, food safety, GMP, and HACCP requirements.
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to work in a physically demanding manufacturing environment.
What We Offer
- Medical and Dental Insurance
- Basic Life Insurance
- Short Term Disability
- Long Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Account
- 401(k) with Company Match
- PTO & 8 Paid Holidays
Beyond the excellent benefits and competitive compensation, Grain Millers proudly offers a rich history, steeped in tradition and taking pride in being a leading manufacturer of whole grain ingredients.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability or protected veteran status.