Tech 1, Bakery- Sanitation - 1st Shift

About the role

We are seeking a Sanitation Operator to join our team at our Swedesboro, NJ bakery. As a Sanitation Operator, you will be responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and sanitary facility to support food safety, regulatory compliance, and audit readiness across production and support areas.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness of facility surfaces, including floors, walls, ceilings, and drains, in accordance with sanitation schedules
• Manage waste disposal processes, including trash collection and cardboard compaction, to support a clean and organized workplace
• Execute sanitation procedures for production equipment during scheduled downtime and maintenance periods
• Operate and maintain sanitation equipment, such as floor scrubbers, to ensure safe and hygienic conditions
• Ensure all sanitation tools and supplies are properly maintained and ready for use
• Support audit readiness by preparing the facility for inspections, customer visits, and regulatory reviews
• Promote food safety and quality standards by identifying and reporting potential contamination risks

Requirements

• Strong attention to detail with a commitment to cleanliness and hygiene standards
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions accurately
• Physical capability to perform cleaning tasks, including standing, walking, bending, lifting, and repetitive movements
• Willingness to work in variable temperature environments (hot, cold, humid)
• Flexibility to work weekends, holidays, and sanitation down-days as needed

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Prior experience in a bakery or food manufacturing environment
• Bilingual skills in English and Spanish (preferred)

Skills

• Attention to detail
• Sanitation procedures knowledge
• Equipment operation and maintenance
• Waste management
• Auditing readiness

Benefits

We provide a competitive compensation package that recognizes your experience, credentials, and education alongside a robust benefits program to meet your needs. For union-represented postings, wage rates and ranges are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Pay

Hourly Rate: $20.00– $22.00

Schedule

Shift: 1st
Hours: 6 AM- 2:30 PM
Weekend availability: Required