Sanitation Technician

Sanitation TechnicianBridor USA is seeking a dependable and experienced Sanitation Technician to join our team in Vineland, New Jersey. This position is responsible for cleaning and sanitizing production equipment, tools, and facility areas to maintain a safe and hygienic food-manufacturing environment. The Sanitation Technician will also perform housekeeping duties for the assigned production line and shift. This role is essential to maintaining product quality, employee safety, and food-safety standards.Key Responsibilities:Take apart, clean, sanitize, and reassemble production equipment as required.Clean and sanitize tools, equipment parts, floors, work areas, storage areas, warehouses, and sanitation zones.Use the correct cleaning chemicals and sanitation methods for each area of the facility.Prepare and use cleaning chemicals and sanitizers at the correct concentrations.Follow all established cleaning and sanitation procedures.Perform housekeeping duties for the assigned production line and shift.Maintain cleaning tools and sanitation equipment, including scrubbers and vacuum cleaners.Operate motorized floor-cleaning equipment.Help employees understand which chemicals and personal protective equipment are required during plant shutdowns and sanitation activities.Follow all Good Manufacturing Practices, HACCP requirements, food-safety procedures, and workplace safety rules.Assist with training and mentoring new employees.Complete other duties assigned by the Sanitation Supervisor, Production Supervisor, or Quality Supervisor.Qualifications and Skills:Previous sanitation and chemical-handling experience is required.Previous sanitation experience in food manufacturing or production is strongly preferred.Ability to work independently and as part of a team.Dependable, punctual, and able to report for all scheduled shifts.Strong attention to detail and ability to complete cleaning assignments thoroughly.Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.Knowledge of sanitation procedures and safe chemical-handling practices.Understanding of Good Manufacturing Practices and HACCP standards.Familiarity with BRC or similar food-safety certification requirements is preferred.Ability to read and understand Safety Data Sheets.Ability to read, write, and count in Spanish; English-language skills are a plus.High school diploma or equivalent is preferred but not required.Physical and Environmental Requirements:Safely handle and use cleaning and sanitation chemicals.Move and transport boxes or materials weighing up to 40 pounds.Climb and descend ladders and stairs.Work in confined spaces when required.Work in hot, cold, noisy, wet, and flour-exposed environments.Work around wet or slippery surfaces.Wear all required personal protective equipment.Schedule and Availability Requirements:Friday through Sunday from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.Every other Monday from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.Twelve-hour shiftsCandidates must be available to work the entire assigned schedule, including weekends and every other Monday. Employees must also be flexible when required plant sanitation cleanings, production shutdowns, or other operational needs result in temporary schedule changes. These changes may include:Working on a different dayReporting at a different start timeWorking beyond the regular end timeWorking additional hoursReliable attendance and schedule flexibility are essential requirements of this position.What We Offer:Medical, dental, and vision insuranceShort- and long-term disability insuranceLife insuranceVacation time11 paid holidays per yearPaid sick timeAnnual bonus opportunity401(k) plan with a 6% company matchCareer advancement opportunities within BridorFlat-dollar shift differential added to the base hourly rate when applicableWorking Conditions:This is an onsite position at Bridor USA's food-manufacturing facility located at 2260 Industrial Way, Vineland, NJ 08360. Employees may be exposed to noise, hot and cold temperatures, flour, water, cleaning chemicals, confined spaces, and wet or slippery surfaces. All required personal protective equipment and safety procedures must be used at all times.Hourly Rate: $24.21 per hour