Sanitation Worker 3rd Shift

About the role

The Sanitor is responsible for cleaning and sanitizing food processing equipment, production areas, and facility environments in compliance with FDA regulations, cGMPs, and company sanitation standards. This role ensures food safety, prevents contamination, and supports audit readiness. Experience with Clean-In-Place (CIP) systems is essential for maintaining internal equipment sanitation without disassembly.

Responsibilities

• Perform cleaning and sanitation per Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures (SSOPs)
• Operate and monitor CIP systems, ensuring correct chemical concentrations, temperatures, flow rates, and cycle times
• Safely mix and apply chemicals following SDS and manufacturer guidelines
• Disassemble/reassemble equipment for COP (Clean-Out-of-Place) where required
• Clean drains, floors, walls, ceilings, and overhead structures to control contamination risks
• Support allergen changeover cleaning and validation
• Maintain sanitation logs, CIP records, and verification documentation
• Identify and report sanitation deficiencies, equipment issues, or food safety risks
• Follow all PPE requirements and safety procedures
• CIP (Clean-In-Place) Responsibilities
• Set up, operate, and troubleshoot CIP systems
• Verify and document key CIP parameters:
• Chemical concentration (titration or automated readings)
• Water temperature
• Flow rate and pressure
• Contact time
• Perform pre- and post-CIP inspections of tanks, lines, and processing systems
• Ensure proper chemical usage (caustic, acid, sanitizer) and prevent cross-contamination
• Maintain CIP logs to meet FDA and audit requirements
• Regulatory & Compliance Responsibilities
• Comply with: FDA FSMA requirements, Facility HACCP / Preventive Controls programs, Support internal, customer, and regulatory audits, and Participate in ongoing sanitation and food safety training

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Sanitation Effectiveness
• ATP/Protein swab pass rates (target: ≥ 95–98%)
• Environmental monitoring results within acceptable limits
• Pre-op inspection pass rate (first-pass approval ≥ 95%)
• CIP Performance
• CIP cycles completed accurately and on schedule (≥ 98% compliance)
• Correct documentation of all CIP parameters (100% completion)
• Reduction in re-clean or rewash events
• Audit & Compliance
• Internal/external audit findings related to sanitation (minimal to zero major findings)
• GMP compliance adherence (no critical violations)

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• 1–3 years sanitation experience in a food or beverage manufacturing environment preferred
• Experience with CIP systems strongly preferred
• Knowledge of FDA regulations, GMPs, and sanitation practices
• Ability to read and follow SOPs, SSOPs, and safety procedures

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and food safety awareness
• Understanding of contamination control and hygienic design
• Mechanical aptitude for equipment disassembly and CIP systems
• Ability to document and track sanitation activities accurately
• Team-oriented with strong communication skills
• The ability to learn how to breakdown and re-build:
• Wilden Pumps
• PD pumps
• Portable foamers
• Be able to operate Scissor lift
• Be able to enter confine spaces

Skills & Competencies

• Strong attention to detail and food safety awareness
• Understanding of contamination control and hygienic design
• Mechanical aptitude for equipment disassembly and CIP systems
• Ability to document and track sanitation activities accurately
• Team-oriented with strong communication skills
• The ability to learn how to breakdown and re-build:
• Wilden Pumps
• PD pumps
• Portable foamers
• Be able to operate Scissor lift
• Be able to enter confine spaces

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• Frequent standing, bending, climbing, and reaching
• Ability to work in wet, cold, and humid environments
• Comfortable handling sanitation chemicals and equipment

Why Join Us

• We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Our company values diverse perspectives and is committed to creating an inclusive and respectful workplace where every person is supported and empowered to thrive.