Sanitation Associate -Night Shift

About the role

Vital Farms, a Certified B Corporation, offers a range of ethically produced foods nationwide. Started on a single farm in Austin, Texas, in 2007, Vital Farms became a national consumer brand that works with 350 family farms and is the leading U.S. brand of pasture-raised eggs by retail dollar sales. Vital Farms' products, including shell eggs, butter, hard-boiled eggs, and liquid whole eggs, are sold in over 24,000 stores nationwide. Vital Farms' ethics are exemplified by its focus on the humane treatment of farm animals and sustainable farming practices.

Responsibilities

• Follow all Vital Farms policies, procedures, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP'S) while working in alignment with all regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements.
• Report any conditions or practices that may adversely affect food safety, food quality or personnel safety.
• Operate sanitation equipment and safely handle chemicals.
• Ensure facility cleanliness by cleaning spills, processing areas, entrances, facilities, and break room.
• Support GMP initiatives by cleaning and stocking footbaths and hand-washing stations.
• Manage egg washer water changes, run CIP circuits, and assist in cleaning processing equipment.
• Titrade chemicals and ensure appropriate levels on chemical mixing stations dispensers, material washers, and CIP circuits.
• Maintain egg waste accordingly utilizing the Egg Press equipment, in accordance with SOP.
• Audit equipment and supplies and communicate any replacement or reorder needs.
• Operate lab equipment and perform testing in a timely manner to prevent downtime/processing delays.
• Obtain certification to operate a scissor lift or pallet jack.
• Help with special projects and other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• 1 year of sanitation or manufacturing experience.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow specific instructions.
• Must be able to speak, read and write in English for safety and quality reasons.
• Able to frequently lift and / or move up to 60 pounds.
• Able to stand, walk, sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch for extended periods of time.
• Good manual dexterity working with hands to reach, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls.
• Able to work safely in an environment where regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts.
• Able to work safely in an environment when exposed to wet conditions.
• Must have good math and computer skills.
• Able to work without direct supervision.

Qualifications

We are looking for a candidate who is passionate about making a difference in the food industry and committed to supporting small-scale farmers. You should have a strong background in sanitation or manufacturing and be able to work independently and as part of a team. Additionally, you should be able to work flexible hours, including nights, and be willing to travel to different locations as needed.

Skills

• Attention to detail.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

• Holiday pay.
• Healthcare offered/starting the first day of the month following your start!
• (medical, vision, dental and life).
• 401K with a 3% company contribution starting day one!
• Paid Time Off with your first paycheck!
• Free Eggs
• Fun team swag
• Biweekly Crew Lunches and crew snacks

Pay

$20.25 per hour + $3 per hour Night shift differential.

Schedule

2-2-3 schedule: 2-week cycle
Week 1: 2 days on / 2 days off / 3 days on
Week 2: 2 days off / 2 days on / 3 days on
Shifts: 12 hour shifts
Day Crew - 7am to 7pm
Night Crew - 7pm to 7am

Company Culture

At Vital Farms, we are committed to building teams that leverage diverse perspectives to create a welcoming and innovative environment that is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunities. We strive to create a welcoming environment rooted in equal opportunity and encourage individuals from all backgrounds and experiences to apply. To that end, we make employment decisions based on qualifications, merit, and business need. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender and gender identity, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, marital status, age, national origin, citizenship status, military or veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Next Steps

Shortly after you complete your application, you'll receive a follow-up email elaborating on any potential next steps in our process. If you don't immediately receive said follow-up email, we would highly encourage you to check your spam filter! In order to fulfill Vital Farms mission to “bring ethically produced food to the table,” we seek to build teams that leverage diverse perspectives to create a welcoming and innovative environment that is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunities. To that end, we make employment decisions based on qualifications, merit, and business need. Vital Farms does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender and gender identity, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, marital status, age, national origin, citizenship status, military or veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Staying Safe During Your Job Search At Vital Farms, we care deeply about the people interested in joining our Crew. That includes helping protect candidates from fraudulent recruiting activity and creating a hiring experience that is safe, respectful, and transparent. Unfortunately, job scams are becoming increasingly common. We encourage all applicants to stay vigilant throughout the hiring process and verify opportunities directly through our official careers page. Vital Farms recruiters will only contact candidates through official company channels, including email addresses ending in @vitalfarms.com. We will never ask for payment, gift cards, cryptocurrency, or personal banking information during the hiring process. We also do not extend job offers without a formal interview process. If you receive suspicious communication claiming to represent Vital Farms, we encourage you to avoid engaging and report it to us at info@vitalfarms.com. We are committed to treating every candidate with fairness and respect and to creating a hiring experience worthy of your trust. Notification To Agencies Vital Farms is not accepting unsolicited third-party recruitment agencies in the hiring process for this role. If you are a potential candidate interested in a role with Vital Farms, please submit an application directly. California Applicants Please see our California Employment Candidate Privacy Statement for more information about how we collect, use, retain, and disclose personal information as part of our recruitment and hiring process. Please Note: This position is designated as remote within the United States; however, we are currently unable to employ individuals residing in the following states: Alaska, Hawaii, Mississippi, Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota, West Virginia and Wyoming.