Sanitation Technician - 2nd Shift

Job Description

Job Description

Sanitation Technician: Lena, Illinois

Our customer in Lena, Illinois, is looking for a hardworking, detail-oriented individual to join their team as a Sanitation Technician to work full-time on 2nd shift. In this role, you will support sanitation and production operations by maintaining a clean, safe, and compliant food manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities of the Sanitation Technician:

• Perform sanitation and cleaning of equipment, production areas, and workspaces in accordance with food safety and sanitation standards.
• Support sanitation operations during scheduled sanitation shifts, including evening sanitation as needed.
• Work on the packaging line when sanitation coverage is not required.
• Clean and sanitize equipment and facilities to ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
• Follow all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and safety procedures.
• Use required personal protective equipment including steel-toed shoes, hair/beard nets, lab coats, and hearing protection.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment at all times.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support production and sanitation needs.

Sanitation Technician Requirements and Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience working in a food manufacturing environment preferred.
• Ability to work in environments with exposure to heat, cold, chemicals, noise, vibration, and humid conditions.
• Ability to stand, bend, squat, reach, and lift throughout the shift.
• Ability to lift more than 30 lbs. frequently and more than 50 lbs. occasionally.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and effective communication skills.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings and occasional Saturdays as needed.

Pay for Sanitation Technician: $22.50/hour.

Sanitation Technician Benefits:

• Health insurance.
• Paid time off.
• 401k with company match.
• Paid weekly.
• Direct deposit.
• Paid training.

Type: 2nd Shift, Full-time.

Schedule: Monday – Friday starting at 4:30pm until done. Some weekends as needed.

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