Sanitation Operator

Description

Ourvita is a global contract manufacturer specializing in nutritional, cosmetic, and healthcare products. With nearly 3,000 dedicated colleagues worldwide, over 690 years of combined expertise and a strong focus on R&D and innovation, we partner with leading brands to deliver science-based, sustainable solutions that enhance well-being and bring innovative products to market. Our vision is for high-quality health and beauty products to be available when and where people need them, transforming lives and advancing healthcare worldwide through our commitment to development, distribution and building a network of global partners. We are currently seeking a skilled and experienced Sanitation Operator to join our team and contribute to this mission. Schedule: Monday to Thursday, 1st shift, 6:00 AM - 4:30 PM

The Sanitation Operator is responsible for ensuring the cleanliness, sanitation, and hygiene of production equipment, tools, and parts. This role plays a key part in food safety, regulatory compliance, allergen control, and maintaining high standards of quality in our manufacturing environment. The Sanitation Operator supports safe and efficient production by adhering to strict sanitation procedures and industry regulations, including GMPs, HACCP, FSMA, and internal quality standards.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Clean and sanitize production equipment, machinery, tools, and parts following Master Sanitation Schedules (MSS).
• Properly disassemble, clean, sanitize, and reassemble equipment according to SOPs and guidelines.
• Follow color coded cleaning systems to prevent cross contamination and allergen cross-contact.
• Safely handle and properly dilute cleaning and sanitizing chemicals.
• Operate sanitation equipment such as CIP (Clean-In-Place) systems, foamers, and chemical dispensing units, high-pressure hoses and power washers.
• Maintain proper chemical concentrations and verify sanitation effectiveness.
• Follow all GMPs, HACCP plans, FSMA requirements, and company product safety policies.
• Prevent cross-contamination and cross-contact, especially in allergen-controlled environments.
• Complete and maintain sanitation logs, checklists, and documentation needed for audits.
• Identify and report equipment wear, damage, or repair needs that could affect product safety.
• Assist in deep cleaning, shutdown sanitation, and non-routine sanitation projects.

Other Duties and Responsibilities: Understand and adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices.
Safety Protocol:

• Stop any observed unsafe acts and obey facility safety rules and procedures.
• Correct or report any observed safety hazards.
• Support safety policies and programs.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities, as deemed necessary from time to time.

Requirements

Qualifications: Education / Experience / Certifications:

• Experience in nutraceutical, food or beverage manufacturing sanitation.
• Familiarity with GMPs, HACCP, allergen programs, and food safety audits.
• Basic chemical handling and industrial cleaning experience.

Skills Required:

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to product safety.
• Ability to follow sequencing, timing, and chemical usage.
• Effective communication with production, QA and maintenance.
• Problem-solving and ability to identify sanitation risks.
• Team-orientated and reliable work ethic.