Sanitation Operator 2nd Shift - Sturtevant, WI

About the role

The Sanitation Operator is responsible for maintaining environmental and GMP standards throughout the plant. This includes ensuring compliance with master sanitation schedules and standard operating procedures (SOPs), while adhering to safety, quality, manufacturing, and sanitation standards. This role reports to the Sanitation Manager and receives daily direction from the Sanitation Team Lead.

Key responsibilities

• Perform routine cleaning tasks, such as sweeping, mopping, wiping, and dusting, to maintain cleanliness in various areas of the facility, including production areas, restrooms, offices, and break rooms.
• Foam and scrub facility equipment and areas.
• Handle chemicals safely with provided training.
• Operate cleaning equipment, such as floor scrubbers, vacuum cleaners, and pressure washers, safely and effectively.
• Follow established sanitation protocols to prevent cross-contamination and ensure compliance with food safety standards.
• Dispose of waste and recyclable materials in accordance with company procedures and environmental regulations.
• Complete all necessary reports, logs, and documentation assigned throughout the shift.
• Absorb and provide input as requested during Tier 1 Meetings.
• Operate a forklift and scissorlift with provided training.
• Follow all rules and regulations to ensure safety and quality.
• Perform other duties and projects as assigned.

Qualifications and skills

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Good organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English at a level sufficient to understand job terminology.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to comprehend and follow written and verbal procedures or instructions.
• Ability to follow instructions and work independently with minimal supervision.
• Previous experience in janitorial or sanitation work preferred, but not required.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high standards of cleanliness.
• Ability to lift and move heavy objects up to 50lbs.
• Flexibility to work weekends as needed.

Additional Information

This job description provides a representative summary of the types of duties and responsibilities required for this job. It should not be construed as a declaration of the specific duties and responsibilities of any position. Employees may be required to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this job description. Kerry reserves the right to revise this job description as necessary. Kerry is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The pay rate for this position is $23 per hour. Kerry offers a competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, a 401(k) plan with employee and company contribution opportunities, Employee Share Plan, Life, disability, and accident insurance. This job posting is anticipated to expire on 8/31/26 We may use artificial intelligence tools to support the review and assessment of applications and assist with scheduling interviews. We do not use AI to make decisions during the interview process. All candidate assessments and hiring decisions are made by our recruitment and leadership teams.