Cartage Sanitation Technician

Clasen Quality Chocolate (CQC) is a world-class manufacturer of chocolate and innovative coatings, recognized as the No. 2 Large Employer in Wisconsin and a recipient of the Benefits Award. As a family-owned company experiencing double-digit annual growth, we value flexibility, commitment, respect, and integrity. We offer a dynamic work environment where employees can make a daily impact and enjoy a variety of traditional and unconventional benefits.

About the role

This is a regular, full-time position at our state-of-the-art truck storage facility in Milton, WI. The Cartage Sanitation Technician will report to the Fleet Sanitation and Maintenance Supervisor and support both fleet sanitation and facility janitorial duties.

Schedule

• Option 1: Sunday 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM and Monday – Thursday 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
• Option 2: Tuesday – Friday 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM and Saturday 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM

Responsibilities

• Execute sanitation program for Clasen equipment to ensure low failure rates, proper sanitation levels, and equipment longevity.
• Clean and maintain the outside, inside, and trailer pump parts of Clasen-owned trailers to food-grade standards.
• Monitor chemical inventory and basic sanitation supplies and tool inventories.
• Maintain high standards of facility cleanliness by cleaning shop walls, floors, ceilings, restrooms, hallways, locker rooms, and other work areas according to the master sanitation schedule.
• Ensure safe handling, correct measurement, and proper usage of cleaning chemicals.
• Replenish bathroom supplies and hand-washing sinks.
• Perform minor maintenance on pipes, pumps, and cleaning equipment (e.g., replace O-rings on pump housing).
• Transport and return waste and cardboard bins to designated areas.
• Operate forklifts and other material-handling equipment as needed.
• Operate yard spotter tractor to move trailers as required.
• Coordinate with Dispatch and scheduling for sanitation tasks.
• Attend team, safety, and quality meetings; complete required training/certification; and train others as needed.
• Perform all tasks assigned by the supervisor while following company, safety, and quality policies and procedures.
• Maintain regular attendance and work overtime as needed.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous sanitation or janitorial experience preferred.
• Prior knowledge of chemical handling and storage is preferred.
• Experience in a food manufacturing setting is preferred.
• Basic computer skills required.
• Experience moving trailers with a spotter tractor is preferred.

Skills

• Ability to lift 55 pounds continually.
• Capability to stand and walk for the entire shift.
• Proficiency in reading, writing, and communicating in English.
• Basic math skills.
• Ability to work at heights above 10 feet and in extreme heat and cold.
• Ability to work with allergens such as peanut, tree nuts, dairy, and soy.
• Positive, can-do attitude with flexibility to perform a variety of tasks.
• Strong multi-tasking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Accuracy and attention to detail.
• Physical stamina and range-of-motion required to safely perform the job in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to remain alert to safety hazards, stay on task, manage time effectively, and work independently or as part of a team.