Industrial/Food Manufacturing Sanitation Tech - 3rd Shift
Description
Since 1869, we've connected people through food they love. We’re proud to be stewards of amazing brands that people trust. Our portfolio includes the iconic Campbell’s brand, as well as Cape Cod, Chunky, Goldfish, Kettle Brand, Lance, Late July, Pacific Foods, Pepperidge Farm, Prego, Pace, Rao’s Homemade, Snack Factory, Snyder’s of Hanover. Swanson, and V8.
Here, you will make a difference every day. You will be supported to build a rewarding career with opportunities to grow, innovate and inspire. Make history with us.
HOW YOU WILL MAKE HISTORY HERE…
As a Sanitation Tech., you will play a critical role in maintaining a clean, safe, and food-safe manufacturing environment. By ensuring equipment, production areas, and storage spaces are properly cleaned and sanitized, you will help support product quality, food safety compliance, and efficient production operations. Your commitment to sanitation and safety standards will directly contribute to the success of our operation and the production of high-quality food products.
WHAT YOU WILL DO…
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Custodial/Cleaning performs custodial and cleaning work including: •Dusting furniture, walls, fixtures, or equipment; cleaning/waxing floors, and cleaning common area kitchens and rest rooms •Operating cleaning equipment (e.g., steam cleaners, floor polishers) •Collecting and disposing of garbage and recycling according to sanitation and operational
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Clean and sanitize manufacturing equipment, production areas, and storage areas in accordance with sanitation procedures and food safety standards.
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Disassemble and reassemble equipment for thorough cleaning and sanitation.
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Ensure all equipment parts remain properly stored with their designated equipment during the cleaning process.
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Remove waste and dispose of materials in appropriate designated containers.
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Operate power washers safely and effectively.
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Minimize water usage during cleaning activities to control overspray and reduce potential cross-contamination.
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Ensure motors, electrical panels, plugs, and other sensitive equipment are properly protected during cleaning activities.
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Follow all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), sanitation SOPs, USDA requirements, PPE standards, and safety procedures.
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Safely handle and use sanitation chemicals while following proper storage and usage guidelines.
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Perform Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures when required.
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Operate compactors for inedible and corrugated waste as assigned.
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May operate pallet jacks and other approved material handling equipment.
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Monitor equipment and report malfunctions, maintenance concerns, or safety hazards to supervisors or maintenance personnel.
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Maintain clean floors and work areas by removing food products, waste materials, and debris from production areas.
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Ensure drain covers remain in place and proper waste segregation procedures are followed.
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Store hoses, equipment, and sanitation tools properly after use.
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Support sanitation activities across multiple production areas as needed.
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Perform other duties as assigned by leadership.
WHO YOU WILL WORK WITH…
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Sanitation Team Members
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Production Associates
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Team Leads and Supervisors
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Maintenance Technicians
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Quality Assurance and Food Safety Teams
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Warehouse and Production Personnel
WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TABLE… (MUST HAVE)
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Ability to communicate effectively in a manufacturing environment.
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Ability to safely work around moving machinery and equipment.
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Understanding of sanitation procedures, chemical handling, and cleaning best practices.
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Ability to follow GMPs, USDA regulations, food safety standards, and sanitation SOPs.
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Ability to safely use and store cleaning chemicals while following Safety Data Sheet (SDS/MSDS) requirements.
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Ability to perform Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures.
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Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and occasionally climb stairs throughout the shift.
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Ability to frequently lift up to 50 pounds.
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Ability to push, pull, and move materials and equipment as needed.
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Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
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Ability to work flexible hours based on operational needs.
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Ability to wear and properly utilize required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
Physical Requirements
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Frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, and lifting throughout the shift.
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Ability to work throughout production areas and refrigerated environments.
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Ability to safely operate power washers and sanitation equipment.
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Ability to work around wet floors, sanitation chemicals, and moving machinery.
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Ability to safely perform repetitive cleaning and sanitation activities.
IT WOULD BE GREAT IF YOU HAVE… (NICE TO HAVE)
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Previous sanitation experience in food manufacturing, food processing, or warehouse environments.
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Bilingual communication skills.
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Ability to read and understand English.
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Experience working with sanitation chemicals, power washers, and cleaning equipment.
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Familiarity with USDA regulations, GMPs, HACCP principles, and food safety programs.
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Experience operating pallet jacks or waste compactors.
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Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to safely disassemble and reassemble equipment.
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Ability to support sanitation activities across multiple departments and production lines.
Work Environment
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Manufacturing, warehouse, and refrigerated production environments.
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Exposure to cleaning chemicals, sanitation equipment, moving machinery, and wet working conditions.
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Moderate to loud noise levels throughout the facility.
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Slippery floor conditions may be present.
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Requires constant attention to surroundings and adherence to safe work practices.
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Flexible scheduling may be required to support operational and sanitation needs.
Documentation & Procedures
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Safety Rules and GMP Compliance
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Chemical Usage, SDS/MSDS, and Chemical Safety Procedures
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Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) Procedures
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Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures (SSOPs)
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USDA and Food Safety Requirements
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Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Standards
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Plant Sanitation and Housekeeping Procedures
Responsible for the daily cleaning of the manufacturing and general storage areas of the facility. Will be required to disassemble and re-assemble equipment to complete the cleaning process. All parts to remain with the equipment after cleaning process. Will be required to remove waste from the areas and place in the designated containers. Must at all times work in a safe, timely, and efficient manner. Must insure that GMPs, PPE and Safety regulations are followed at all times. Follows all good housekeeping practices, sanitation SOPs and adheres to any USDA guidelines for food/sanitation. Operates Compactors (inedible and corrugated), (understands Hog Farmer, Inedible bin requirements); May operate pallet jacks.
Requirement Understands during cleaning; the equipment has moving parts and must ensure safety and quality always comes first. Does not stick/place any parts of the body into any moving part of the equipment. Must adhere to proper operating sanitation procedures for the equipment. Must understand that chemicals are being used to clean/sanitize, the proper use and storage of chemicals and PPE involved. Demonstrates a good mechanical aptitude.
Qualifications
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Must be able to communicate Benefit if read and write English (Bilingual Preferred)
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Stand, reach, bend and (climb steps/stairs occasionally); Lift up to 50 lbs. frequently.
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Works well with others; ability to meet required demands on work/quality to support sanitation process. Works with minimum supervision.
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Understands and can demonstrate workable knowledge of chemical usage/cleaning
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Evaluation of performance is to take place within first 120 hours of beginning job.
Work Environment
While performing the duties of this job, the team member works around moving machinery. The team member is exposed to hot/cold/refrigerated conditions, loud noise,