Sanitation Worker

Sanitation WorkerThis role focuses on maintaining a clean, safe, and compliant bakery production environment by performing thorough sanitation, dishwashing, and janitorial duties. You will clean and sanitize equipment, production areas, and common spaces in a hot and wet environment while handling heavy lifting and following strict Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and food safety standards.ResponsibilitiesWash and sanitize sheet pans, molds, lugs, and production equipment in a hot and wet environment.Operate as a heavy lifter, manually handling lifting tackles such as chains to move and clean equipment.Clean and sanitize refrigerators, production ovens, and other temperature-controlled equipment.Disassemble production equipment such as conveyor belts, beaten egg sprayers, mixers, laminators, flow-wrapping machines, and freezing tunnels for thorough cleaning and disinfection.Collect and remove garbage, cardboard, and other waste materials from production areas.Clean and maintain general production areas, including floors, walls, and surfaces, by sweeping and mopping.Perform general cleaning of break rooms, offices, and common areas to maintain a tidy and organized environment.Handle heavy waste of dough and ingredients from production, ensuring proper disposal and cleanliness.Clean and maintain plant drains to prevent clogs and ensure proper sanitation.Clean and disinfect restrooms, lobby areas, and other high-traffic spaces.Clean office spaces and ensure they remain orderly and sanitary.Clean cold water areas and related equipment as required.Complete MSS and daily sanitation documentation accurately and on time.Clean the exterior areas around the plant to maintain a clean and safe facility perimeter.Follow strict safety, food safety, and GMP procedures during all cleaning and sanitation activities.Communicate with management when issues arise, whether work-related or personal, that may impact performance or safety.Work a Monday-Friday schedule with the ability to work 8-10 hour shifts and overtime as needed, including on short notice.Essential SkillsAbility to stand, bend, kneel, move, and lift up to 50 pounds during an 8-10 hour shift.Experience performing cleaning, sanitation, and janitorial duties in an industrial or production environment.Familiarity with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and food production sanitation requirements.Ability to cope with standardized situations with only occasional or no variables.Strong attention to detail when cleaning and completing documentation.Ability to understand and follow written and verbal policies, guidelines, specifications, and safety standards.Basic math skills for completing logs and documentation accurately.Ability to work overtime as needed, including on short notice.Capability to follow strict safety, food safety, and GMP practices consistently.Willingness and ability to contact management promptly when issues or concerns arise.Additional Skills & QualificationsPrevious experience in sanitation, janitorial work, or general labor in a food production or bakery environment.Experience with sanitizing production equipment and machinery.Experience in general labor tasks such as waste handling, floor care, and facility upkeep.Comfort working with cleaning chemicals and sanitation tools in a production setting.Strong reliability and consistency in following standard operating procedures and documentation requirements.Why Work Here?You will join a production environment that values safety, cleanliness, and teamwork, offering the opportunity to play a key role in maintaining a high-quality food manufacturing facility. The workplace emphasizes adherence to clear standards and procedures, providing structure and consistency in daily tasks. You can expect a steady schedule with opportunities for overtime, along with a culture that encourages open communication with management and a strong focus on safety and compliance.Work EnvironmentThe role is based in a bakery production facility where some areas are colder and others are warmer, depending on proximity to ovens, freezers, and refrigeration. You will work in a hot and wet environment when washing equipment and performing sanitation tasks. The facility operates under strict Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), food safety, and safety standards, which require consistent use of appropriate protective gear and adherence to hygiene protocols. The position follows a Monday-Friday schedule with 8-10 hour shifts and the potential for overtime as needed. The environment is fast-paced, physically demanding, and focused on maintaining cleanliness across production areas, common spaces, and the exterior of the plant.Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of South San Francisco, CA.Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $20.00 - $20.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.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)