Sanitation Associate, Food Processing 2nd Shift
Overview
You own the sanitation cycle for a major meat processing plant, ensuring equipment meets USDA standards for 3:30pm to midnight shifts. Work alongside a tight-knit team of Sanitation Associates and report to the Sanitation Supervisor. You will master GMP, SSOP, and LOTO protocols while operating high-pressure wash systems. This role pairs hands-on mechanical work with detailed documentation, all in a facility that processes over 1 million pounds weekly. You will own the line from breakdown to sign-off, with direct impact on food safety and production uptime.
What You'll Do7
- 1Disassemble, clean, and sanitize meat processing equipment to USDA standards within the 3:30pm to midnight shift window.
- 2Apply food-grade chemicals and sanitizers, calibrating concentrations using test strips and pH meters.
- 3Document sanitation tasks in electronic logs (e.g., SAP or RedZone) to maintain audit-ready records.
- 4Execute Lockout/Tagout procedures to safely isolate machinery during cleaning operations.
- 5Inspect equipment post-cleaning using ATP swabs and visual checks to ensure zero residue.
- 6Reassemble machinery and run test cycles to verify operational readiness for the next production shift.
- 7Coordinate with QA and Production teams to prioritize cleaning schedule based on shift start times.
Requirements7
- 11+ years in food manufacturing sanitation or 2+ years in industrial cleaning roles.
- 2Comfortable working in wet, humid, cold environments (refrigerated areas) with temperatures as low as 40°F.
- 3Ability to lift 60 lbs and stand for 8-10 hours, including frequent crouching and overhead work.
- 4Certified in HACCP or ServSafe is a plus.
- 5Willingness to wear PPE including rubber boots, aprons, gloves, and face shields.
- 6Flexibility for mandatory overtime and weekends during peak production seasons.
- 7Basic computer literacy for electronic log entry and barcode scanning.
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$46k per year
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