Janitorial Services LEAD -2nd Shift (2pm-11pm)

LINCOLN PREMIUM POULTRY

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE: Janitorial Services Lead                                                   DATE: 7/2026 

REPORTS TO: Dry Goods Warehouse Manager                         STATUS: Non-Exempt

CORE VALUE COMMITMENT:
All employees will demonstrate our culture of commitment to quality, respect for fellow employees and business partners, and responsibility to the environment and our community.

JOB SUMMARY:
The In-House Cleaning Services Lead is responsible for overseeing and coordinating the cleaning and sanitation of all non-production areas within a food-grade manufacturing facility. This position ensures cafeterias, restrooms, hallways, offices, locker rooms, and common areas are maintained in a clean, sanitary, safe, and professional condition. The Lead supports food safety and quality programs by enforcing Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), identifying and mitigating contamination risks, maintaining audit readiness, and ensuring cleaning standards are consistently met. This role also provides daily direction, training, and support to team members while promoting a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.

DAILY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: 

1. Clean and sanitize all non-production areas, including cafeterias, restrooms, break rooms, hallways, offices, locker rooms, and entryways
2. Sweep, mop, vacuum, dust, and disinfect surfaces to maintain a high standard of cleanliness.
3. Clean and sanitize high-touch surfaces (door handles, handrails, tables, vending areas, etc.)
4. Maintain cafeteria cleanliness, including tables, floors, microwaves, refrigerators, and waste areas.
5. Clean, restock, and sanitize restrooms, ensuring adequate supplies (soap, paper towels, toilet paper)
6. Empty trash and recycling bins and ensure proper disposal procedures are followed
7. Monitor and address spills, leaks, or unsanitary conditions promptly.
8. Perform periodic deep cleaning tasks as scheduled.
9. Use cleaning chemicals safely in accordance with SDS (Safety Data Sheets)
10. Follow proper lifting, ergonomics, and equipment usage guidelines.
11. Immediately report hazards, unsafe conditions, or incidents.
12. Ensure compliance with established food safety programs, including HACCP programs, SSOPs and GMPs. 
13. Follow all company safety policies and procedures to ensure a safe working environment.
14. Effectively communicate and positively interact with team members in all departments.
15. Attend meetings and training courses as required.
16. Conduct routine audits of sanitation and facility conditions to ensure compliance with company standards.
17. Cover for absent team members.
18. Plan, prioritize, schedule and assign daily workloads, projects, deep cleaning activities, and locker cleanouts to ensure efficient completion of tasks.
19. Performs other duties as assigned by Manager or Supervisor.
20. 20. Provide daily direction, coaching, and support to sanitation team members to ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, and according to standards.
21. Conduct routine inspections and audits of assigned areas to verify cleanliness, sanitation effectiveness, and regulatory compliance.
22. Train and onboard new team members on sanitation procedures, safety requirements, GMPs, SSOPs, and proper chemical handling.
23. Monitor inventory levels of sanitation supplies, chemicals, tools, and PPE and communicate replenishment needs to management.
24. Maintain accurate sanitation records, inspection reports, and other required documentation.
25. Verify completion of assigned tasks and follow up on corrective actions when deficiencies are identified.
26. Coordinate with production, maintenance, quality assurance, and other departments to address sanitation-related concerns and scheduling needs.
27. Lead by example in demonstrating company values, safety expectations, attendance standards, and professional conduct.
28. Assist in investigating sanitation, safety, quality, and facility-related concerns and implement corrective actions as directed.
29. Ensure team members comply with all company policies, food safety requirements, and sanitation procedures.

REQUIREMENTS OF THE POSITION:

1. Ability to comprehend and follow instructions. 
2. MUST be able to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to frequent changes to the needs of team members. 
3. MUST be a team player.
4. MUST be able to pass required physical, including demonstrating your ability to lift the required weight for each position.
5. MUST be able to stand and/or walk for entire 8-hour shift. 
6. MUST wear correct job specific PPE as designated by company policy.
7. MUST be proficient in basic computer programs and systems, including safety chain, Microsoft excel, and other company software.
8. MUST posses strong organizational skills and attention to details.
9. Must be able to effectively prioritize tasks and maintain sanitation standards in a production environment.
10. Previous janitorial, sanitation, housekeeping, or leadership experience preferred.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

1. Previous janitorial, sanitation, or custodial experience is preferred.

Note:  The above information is only a reflection of the general nature of job duties. Based on business need, additional duties may be assigned.