Sanitation Tech

Job Summary

The Sanitation Technician cleans and sanitizes food manufacturing equipment, machinery, and production areas while strictly following federal food safety regulations, including FDA and USDA standards, as well as company policies such as Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs). Supervisory Responsibilities: None.

Duties and Responsibilities

Cleaning and sanitizing: Follow the Master Sanitation Schedule to complete routine and deep cleaning of production lines, equipment, floors, walls, and work surfaces. Equipment handling: Disassemble and reassemble production equipment, including pumps, belts, and mixers, for cleaning and sanitizing. Operate industrial cleaning tools such as high-pressure hoses, floor scrubbers, and foam applicators.

Chemical use: Safely mix, handle, and apply industrial-strength cleaning chemicals and sanitizers according to safety data sheets (SDS) and company procedures. Safety compliance: Follow all safety procedures, including Lockout/Tagout protocols, and wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) during cleaning activities.

Documentation and inspection: Accurately complete sanitation logs and checklists and assist with pre-operational inspections and swabbing to confirm equipment is clean and production ready. Waste management: Collect and properly dispose of waste, trash, and recyclables. Hazard reporting: Report safety hazards, spills, equipment damage, or sanitation non-compliance issues to a supervisor promptly.

Team collaboration: Work with production and maintenance teams to support efficient changeovers and reduce production downtime. Experience: Previous sanitation, food manufacturing, or related industrial cleaning experience preferred. Knowledge: Familiarity with food safety programs, including Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and HACCP, strongly preferred.

Required Skills

Prior experience in sanitation, food manufacturing, or a related industrial cleaning environment is preferred. Knowledge of food safety programs, including Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and HACCP, is strongly preferred. Demonstrated knowledge of regulations, principles, and techniques related to environmental and public health is required.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required to communicate effectively and prepare clear, concise reports. Physical Requirements: Must be able to stand, walk, bend, lift, and climb for the duration of a shift. Must be able to frequently lift 50–75 pounds. Must be able to work in wet, cold, hot, or noisy environments.