Sanitation Associate

Job Title: Sanitation Associate Job Description

The Sanitation Associate maintains a clean, safe, and compliant production facility by performing routine and scheduled sanitation, janitorial, and housekeeping duties across all areas of the site. This role supports food production operations by following Good Manufacturing Practices, adhering to sanitation schedules, and accurately maintaining sanitation records. The position requires a bilingual professional in English and Spanish who can communicate effectively, work safely in a fast-paced environment, and provide support to leads and team members in other departments.

Responsibilities

• Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) at all times to ensure a safe and compliant food production environment.

• Work safely by following all safety procedures and immediately reporting any unsafe conditions, near-misses, or injuries.

• Notify the quality assurance team or designated contact of any equipment or facility damage, malfunctions, or repair needs.

• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the entire facility, including production areas, warehouse, offices, restrooms, break rooms, and loading docks/bays.

• Perform janitorial and cleaning duties such as sweeping, mopping, wiping, and sanitizing surfaces and equipment in accordance with sanitation standards.

• Conduct weekly inventory checks of sanitation chemicals and cleaning supplies and ensure adequate stock is available.

• Create and submit work orders for equipment or facility repairs as needed.

• Follow established sanitation schedules to perform routine and deep cleaning of the facility and equipment.

• Keep sanitation records accurate, complete, and up to date in accordance with company procedures and regulatory requirements.

• Use cleaning and sanitation chemicals safely by following label directions, safety data sheets, and company guidelines.

• Perform basic math to measure, mix, and use chemicals and supplies correctly.

• Read and interpret written instructions, policies, schedules, and safety information, and ensure they are followed.

• Communicate clearly and effectively with coworkers, leads, and other departments in both English and Spanish.

• Communicate and implement company policies and procedures related to sanitation, safety, and production support.

• Provide support to leads and team members in other departments as needed to maintain cleanliness and support production operations.

• Work effectively in a fast-paced production environment while maintaining high standards of cleanliness and safety.

• Adhere to assigned shift hours, typically 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM or 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, and complete all assigned tasks within those timeframes.

Essential Skills

• Bilingual fluency in English and Spanish, with the ability to read, write, and communicate clearly in both languages.

• Experience performing janitorial, sanitation, or cleaning duties in a production, manufacturing, or food industry environment.

• Ability to consistently follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) in a food production setting.

• Ability to perform basic math to measure, mix, and manage chemicals and supplies.

• Ability to read and write well to understand and follow written instructions, policies, and sanitation schedules.

• Strong verbal communication skills to work effectively with team members and other departments.

• Capability to work safely and identify, report, and help address unsafe conditions.

• Physical ability to move around the facility floor for extended periods.

• Ability to remain in a stationary position when tasks require standing or sitting for extended periods.

• Ability to infrequently ascend and descend stairs or ladders as required by specific tasks.

• Ability to frequently position self (bending, kneeling, reaching, or crouching) to complete cleaning and sanitation tasks.

• Ability to measure, hold, operate, and position items while constantly adjusting body posture to complete tasks.

• Ability to occasionally move up to 75 lbs and more frequently transport 50 lbs or less.

• Ability to move pallets requiring the ability to move loads up to approximately 1000 lbs using appropriate equipment.

• Ability to detect and distinguish sounds and to identify and perceive colors, as required for safe operation and quality checks.

• Ability to perform job duties effectively in a fast-paced production environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience in a food production, chocolate, or broader food manufacturing environment.

• Familiarity with production environments and working closely with production workers.

• Experience using sanitation chemicals and cleaning equipment safely in a manufacturing or warehouse setting.

• Comfort working with structured sanitation schedules and maintaining detailed records.

• Ability to support cross-functional teams and assist other departments as operational needs arise.

Why Work Here?

This role offers the opportunity to be a trusted, central part of a production operation where your work directly supports product quality, safety, and team success. You will work in an environment that values responsibility, reliability, and teamwork, and where your attention to detail and commitment to cleanliness are highly appreciated. The schedule provides daytime hours, and you will collaborate closely with production staff, gaining exposure to food manufacturing processes and opportunities to grow your skills in a fast-paced, dynamic setting.

Work Environment

The position is based in a production environment where you work closely with other production workers and sanitation staff. Typical shifts run from 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM or 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM. The role involves regular movement throughout the facility, including production areas, warehouse, offices, restrooms, break rooms, and loading docks or bays. Work is fast-paced and requires frequent standing, walking, bending, and lifting, as well as occasional use of stairs or ladders. You will handle cleaning chemicals and supplies, follow Good Manufacturing Practices, and operate within a food production setting that emphasizes safety, cleanliness, and adherence to established procedures.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Berkeley, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $20.00/hr.

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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Berkeley,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 1, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.