Sanitation Worker I

Sanitation Worker I

Job Category: Manufacturing Requisition Number: SANIT002309

Posted: April 10, 2026

Full-Time

Location: Santa Cruz, CA 95060, USA

Description

We believe being healthy should not require tradeoffs. SCN BestCo is a leading innovator, developer and manufacturer of Vitamin, Mineral & Supplement (VMS), Over-the-Counter (OTC) and prebiotics/probiotics in enjoyable forms such as gummies, lozenges and chews. With over 50 years of excellence, our team leads the way in changing how consumers make healthier choices. With unique food science expertise and proprietary processes, we've pioneered many firsts. The fire in our belly to create new to the world products has guided and continues to be core to our mission of making health and wellness more enjoyable. Come join us and become a part of our winning formula!

The Sanitation Worker I maintains high levels of plant sanitation and cleanliness. This position conducts ongoing plant cleaning tasks along with regular sanitation of production equipment and facilities in alignment with the product manufacturing run schedule. The Sanitation Worker I follows all regulatory and company policies and procedures and collaborates with Manufacturing, Maintenance, and Quality departments to ensure consistent, high-quality production.

Estimated starting annual base salary is $20.30/hour less applicable withholdings and deductions, paid on a bi-weekly basis. Please note that the actual compensation offered may vary based on relevant factors as determined by the Company, which may include, but is not limited to, location, experience, qualifications, education, skillset, and market conditions. The target base compensation for this role is in the low to middle of the range, with the top of the range reserved for only exceptional circumstances. In addition, this role is eligible for a discretionary, variable annual incentive, paid based on Company performance factors. SCN BestCo offers a competitive benefits package to eligible full-time employees, which currently includes medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with employer matching contributions, life insurance, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more, as well as paid sick leave in accordance with applicable law. Each benefit is subject to eligibility requirements as specified in plan documents, and the Company reserves the right to modify the benefits it offers from time to time.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintain current knowledge of and promote food safety and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
• Maintain clean, safe environment throughout the production facility.
• Regularly clean equipment including machines, racks, trats, barrels, etc. in accordance with Master Sanitation Schedule and other company policies.
• Clean floors, walls, structure, and other areas of the facilities as directed.
• Remove and properly dispose of trash, corrugate, pallets, scrap product, containers, and metal.
• Treat all blood, other bodily fluids, and other potentially infectious materials in accordance with Bloodborne Pathogens ad Exposure Control Program policies, standards, and procedures.
• Assist with maintaining the company pest control program.
• Perform all work in a safe manner using appropriate signage and safety items based on the work being performed.
• Conduct and maintain Sanitation documentation and records as needed.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 1 year of janitorial or manufacturing experience.
• Basic math, written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with and knowledge of Food Safety and/or GMP requirements.
• Bilingual in English/Spanish.

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing all day. The employee must frequently lift and/or move items over 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

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