Sanitation Specialist

Job DescriptionMake your application after reading the following skill and qualification requirements for this position.Sanitation Specialisttemp-to-hireAbout the RoleThe Sanitation Associate is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness, sanitation, and overall appearance of the company's production and facility environments. This role plays a critical part in supporting product quality, workplace safety, and operational readiness by ensuring workspaces consistently meet company cleanliness and sanitation standards. Working closely with Production and Operations teams, this position performs routine cleaning, sanitation, facility upkeep, waste management, and general housekeeping activities. This role requires strong attention to detail, reliability, and a commitment to maintaining a safe, organized, and compliant work environment.Responsibilities:Cleaning & SanitationPerform routine cleaning and sanitization of production areas, cultivation spaces, laboratories, offices, breakrooms, restrooms, warehouses, and common areasSweep, mop, vacuum, dust, and disinfect floors, equipment, work surfaces, and facility fixturesComplete scheduled deep cleaning projects to maintain company sanitation standardsEmpty trash receptacles and maintain waste collection and disposal areasClean windows, glass surfaces, doors, and other facility fixtures as assignedEnsure cleaning activities are completed in accordance with company sanitation proceduresFacility Maintenance & SupportMaintain clean, organized, and safe work environments throughout the facilityMonitor sanitation supply levels and communicate replenishment needs toleadershipSupport basic facility organization and maintenance projectsAssist with interior and exterior facility cleanliness as assignedReport maintenance concerns, equipment issues, or safety hazards promptlyCompliance & SafetyFollow all state regulations and internal compliance proceduresAdhere to all company SOPs, sanitation protocols, and safety standardsProperly use, store, and maintain cleaning equipment and chemicalsWear required PPE and follow safe handling procedures for cleaning productsMaintain accurate cleaning logs and required documentationOperational SupportSupport Production, Cultivation, Packaging, Inventory, and Operations teams during peak business periodsAssist with special cleaning projects, facility events, and operational initiativesParticipate in required compliance, safety, and operational trainingPerform additional duties and special projects as assignedQualifications & RequirementsHigh school diploma or GED preferredPrevious janitorial, housekeeping, sanitation, custodial, or facility maintenance experience preferredExperience working in a manufacturing, agricultural, or regulated production environment preferredMust possess and maintain an active MED BadgeMust be able to pass applicable background investigation requirementsStrong attention to detail and commitment to cleanliness and safetyMust be at least 21 years of ageAbility to work independently while managing multiple prioritiesStrong communication and teamwork skillsAbility to follow established procedures and sanitation standardsReliable transportation requiredEEO StatementThe company provides equal employment opportunities to all employees andapplicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind, including based onany legally protected status.About Vangst:Vangst is the cannabis industry's hiring platform. Vangst helps cannabis companies find the talent they need to grow their business. From on-demand gig workers to trained & credential full-time employees, Vangst has built the industry's go-to talent marketplace for all cannabis hiring. Vangst is proud to work with 1,200+ of the cannabis industry's leading businesses.Since raising their seed round in 2018, Vangst has become one of the fastest-growing companies in the cannabis industry and was recognized as one of Fast Company's Most Innovative Companies.Today, over 300,000 people have full-time jobs in the cannabis industry and this number is expected to triple over the next five years. Vangst is on a mission to fill every job in the cannabis industry.Vangst's headquarters is in Denver, CO. Vangst is a Series B company backed by Lerer Hippeau, Colle Capital, Level One Fund, Snoop Dogg's Casa Verde Capital, and others.Vangst provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. xhyhwjd This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.