Sanitation Technician

Job Title: Sanitation Technician

Job Description

The Sanitation Technician maintains a clean, safe, and organized facility by performing daily and deep cleaning tasks throughout the plant. This role follows established sanitation schedules, supports food safety and quality standards, and completes required documentation to ensure compliance with all sanitation and quality procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily cleaning tasks in accordance with the Master Sanitation and Deep Cleaning Schedules.

• Clean and sanitize all assigned areas of the plant, including production areas, break rooms, locker rooms, offices, corridors, and other common spaces.

• Carry out general cleaning and sanitation of equipment and building surfaces to support food safety and quality standards.

• Inspect areas and equipment to verify cleanliness and identify any sanitation or safety issues.

• Organize and maintain janitorial supplies and work areas to ensure they are clean, stocked, and orderly.

• Work safely and efficiently in all areas of the plant, following all safety and sanitation procedures.

• Understand and comply with all Quality Assurance policies and procedures.

• Immediately report any potential food safety or quality issues to management.

• Complete all required paperwork and sanitation records accurately and on time to meet documentation requirements.

• Assist in executing the pest control program, including monitoring the facility for signs of pest activity and reporting findings.

• Perform non-routine cleaning and sanitation tasks as assigned, including special projects and deep cleaning activities.

Essential Skills

• At least 6 months of cleaning and sanitation experience.

• Experience with general cleaning and sanitation of equipment and building areas.

• Ability to follow Master Sanitation and Deep Cleaning Schedules.

• Ability to perform inspections to verify cleanliness and identify sanitation issues.

• Understanding of basic sanitation and food safety principles.

• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and comply with Quality Assurance policies.

• Ability to complete required paperwork and documentation accurately.

• Capability to work safely and efficiently in a production plant environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with janitorial duties in a production, manufacturing, or food-related environment.

• Familiarity with pest control monitoring in a facility setting.

• Strong attention to detail in cleaning and inspection tasks.

• Ability to stay organized and maintain orderly janitorial supply areas.

• Willingness to perform both routine and non-routine cleaning tasks as needed.

Why Work Here?

Employees benefit from a direct-hire opportunity with strong support for long-term employment. The organization offers excellent medical and vision benefits, paid time off, and a 401(k) plan to support both health and financial well-being. Team members work in an environment that values reliability, safety, and quality, with clear procedures and schedules that help structure the workday and support work-life balance.

Work Environment

The role is based in a production plant where most areas are kept in a cooler environment, though temperatures in some production zones can reach up to approximately 90 degrees. The position requires wearing a hair net, lab coat, gloves, and booties while cleaning in the factory, and uniforms are provided for daily use. Steel-toe footwear is required each day. Work involves moving between different areas of the facility and performing hands-on cleaning and sanitation tasks in an active production setting.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Le Sueur, MN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.75 - $20.75/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision

• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital

• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available

• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)

• Short and long-term disability

• Health Spending Account (HSA)

• Transportation benefits

• Employee Assistance Program

• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Le Sueur,MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 5, 2026.

About Aerotek

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.