Sanitation Associate

Duties and Responsibilities

• Affords assistance with routine and non-routine plant sanitation activities.
• Maintains equipment clean and food-safe.
• Performs daily inspections and preventive maintenance on sanitation equipment.
• Supports placement of materials on hold and collection of retention samples.
• Controls chemical inventory following FIFO practices.
• Communicates sanitation results to other plant teams.
• Fulfills GMP, HACCP, SQF, FSMA, and company food safety policies.
• Maintains cleanliness and sanitation standards.
• Proposes improvements to plant cleanliness and sanitation effectiveness.
• Assists team members, adapts to operational changes, and supports productivity, safety, and quality goals.
• Provides backup coverage for multiple roles, shares knowledge with peers, and supports training.
• Facilitates cross-departmental collaboration.
• Prepares accurate written documentation.
• Participates in 5S efforts.
• Assists in reviewing sanitation paperwork.
• Works with supervisors and team to develop solutions to issues.
• Acts as 5S champion for area.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 2 years of work experience in manufacturing or food production sanitation preferred.
• Age 18 or older.
• Ability to operate, troubleshoot, and advise on minor adjustments to formulas or processes.
• Proficiency in SAP, hand scanners, and basic math skills.
• Advanced levels require proficiency in MII, WE systems, and interpreting line huddle measures to resolve issues.
• Computer literacy in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Knowledge of GMPs, SQF, HACCP, FSMA, and other food safety regulations.
• Commitment to following all company safety policies and procedures.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, push heavy loads, stand/walk up to 90% of shift, and climb as needed.
• Good hand-eye coordination, motor skills, and 20/20 corrected vision.
• Normal hearing and vision (with correction if needed).
• Ability to distinguish colors for color-coded containers in production areas.
• Wears all required PPE according to the specific manufacturing environment.
• Adheres to all safety policies, including lock-out/tag-out, safe lifting techniques, and others as instructed.
• Exposure to wet, humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, high areas, fumes, airborne particles, extreme temperatures, electrical risks, and vibrations depending on the area assigned.
• Maintains a clean and safe work environment and reports any food safety or quality issues immediately to management.

Qualifications

• Education & Experience: High School Diploma or GED required. Minimum 2 years of work experience in manufacturing or food production sanitation preferred.
• Technical & Mechanical Skills: Ability to operate, troubleshoot, and advise on minor adjustments to formulas or processes. Mechanical aptitude with the ability to identify and resolve quality irregularities. Proficiency in SAP, hand scanners, and basic math skills. Advanced levels require proficiency in MII, WE systems, and interpreting line huddle measures to resolve issues.
• Computer Literacy: Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Safety & Compliance: Knowledge of GMPs, SQF, HACCP, FSMA, and other food safety regulations. Commitment to following all company safety policies and procedures. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, push heavy loads, stand/walk up to 90% of shift, and climb as needed. Must have near and far visual acuity, some color perception, and full range of hand/arm movement.
• Teamwork, Communication & Leadership: Ability to effectively communicate with co-workers, supervisors, and others at the worksite regarding work matters, which are mostly conducted in English. This includes the ability to understand and respond to oral communications; understand written information, communications, and safety information; and communicate in writing as needed. Work independently and collaboratively in a team environment. Provide training, guidance, and feedback to team members (progressively more responsibility at higher levels). Advanced levels lead projects, identify skill gaps, and support multiple initiatives with minimal supervision.
• Personal Attributes & Work Ethic: Positive attitude, dependable, self-motivated, and willing to work overtime or weekends as needed. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment. Demonstrated accountability for work quality, attendance, and continuous improvement.

Skills

• Safe Equipment Operation & Maintenance
• Product Handling, Quality Control & Inventory Management
• Food Safety & Sanitation Compliance
• Team Collaboration, Leadership & Training
• Documentation, Communication & Continuous Improvement

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401(k) with match
• STD/LTD/AD&D/Life
• HSA
• FSA
• EAP
• Hospital indemnity
• Accident Insurance
• Identity and Fraud Protection Plan
• Legal
• Critical Illness