Sanitation Associate

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits:

• Employee discounts
• Paid time off

About the Role:
Are you a foodie? Do you love thinking about what you are making for dinner?  Battistoni Italian Specialty Meats has been around for 95 years and we are looking for someone to help maintain a clean environment for our artisan meat production facility.  We make pepperoni, salamis and other artisan specialty meats.  This year, the company was taken over by a new team that is focused on eliminating preservatives from everything we make.  The energy in the building is pretty amazing.

Cup and Char Pepperoni Inc is seeking a dependable, hardworking Sanitation Associate to join our team.

This position is responsible for cleaning and sanitizing food production equipment, utensils, and facility areas to maintain a safe and sanitary food manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities:

• Clean and sanitize production equipment, machinery, and food contact surfaces according to established protocols
• Perform deep cleaning of processing floors, walls, drains, and facility areas throughout shifts
• Mix, handle, and apply cleaning chemicals and sanitizing solutions safely and correctly
• Follow GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) and food safety regulations at all times
• Inspect and verify cleanliness of areas before and after production runs
• Remove waste, dispose of trash, and maintain sanitary conditions throughout the facility
• Document sanitation activities and report any maintenance or safety concerns to supervisors

Requirements:

• Prior experience in sanitation, janitorial, or food manufacturing environments preferred
• Knowledge of food safety standards, HACCP, and GMP guidelines is a plus
• Ability to handle and safely use industrial cleaning chemicals and sanitation equipment
• Must be able to stand, bend, and lift up to 50 lbs for extended periods in a fast-paced environment
• Reliable, punctual, and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic
• Ability to work flexible shifts, including early mornings, evenings, or weekends as needed
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and work effectively as part of a team

Schedule:

• Monday–Friday, 2:00 PM–10:30 PM

About Us:
Cup and Char Pepperoni Inc is a Buffalo, NY-based meat processing company proud to produce high-quality pepperoni products loved by customers across the region. We are committed to food safety, product excellence, and building a team that takes pride in every step of the production process. Our employees enjoy a stable work environment, a supportive team culture, and the satisfaction of being part of a company that truly delivers quality.