Kent Ellis
Sanitation Lead
ELGIN,IL
Summary
Sanitation Lead with 10+ years of experience in GMP compliance, chemical handling, and crew coordination. Known for audit-ready documentation, safe sanitation practices, and reliable line release support.
Experienced sanitation leader with a strong background in SSOP execution, CIP scheduling, and allergen control. Skilled in training team members, managing sanitation logs, and resolving cleanup issues with production and maintenance teams. Focused on safety, compliance, and plant readiness.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Sanitation Lead
Nestle Schaumburg
12.2019 - Current
- Led sanitation crews through SSOP execution, ensuring equipment, floors, and production areas met GMP standards.
- Coordinated CIP and manual cleaning schedules to support consistent line readiness and plant uptime.
- Trained new team members on chemical handling, PPE use, and sanitation safety procedures.
- Inspected cleaning results and corrected deficiencies before releasing lines for production.
- Ensured All chemical solutions met proper concentrations by titration techniques.
- Coordinated daily worker assignments to keep plant and grounds clean.
- Managed sanitation logs, tracked inspection records, and documented corrective actions to support compliance audits.
Sanitation Lead
GDI Integrated Facility Services
08.2016 - 11.2019
- Improved sanitation workflows by organizing assignments, prioritizing tasks, and reinforcing compliance expectations.
- Monitored allergen control practices to reduce cross-contact risks across processing areas.
- Maintained sanitation logs, inspection records, and corrective action documentation for compliance audits.
- Communicated with production and maintenance teams to resolve equipment access and cleanup issues.
Education
Associate of Science -
Associate of Science - General Studies / Horticulture
Southeastern Illinois College Ill
Harrisburg, IL06-1993
Skills
- Cleaning protocols
- Custodial services skills
- Chemical handling
- Operating lifts
- Chemical preparation
- GMP compliance
- Sanitation expertise
- Forklift use
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Adaptable and flexible
- Safety standards and protocols
- Professionalism
Timeline
Sanitation Lead
Nestle Schaumburg
12.2019 - Current
Sanitation Lead
GDI Integrated Facility Services
08.2016 - 11.2019
Associate of Science -
Associate of Science - General Studies / Horticulture
Southeastern Illinois College Ill