Food Plant Sanitation Technician

DENNINGERS; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Associate training

Staff discount 20%

Perks program discounts

Job summary

R. Denninger Limited, a leading meat processing company in Southern Ontario, is seeking a hygiene-focused sanitation associate to maintain cleanliness and food safety across production areas.

The successful candidate will work in a fast-paced, refrigerated environment, follow established protocols, and support cross-departmental sanitation initiatives to ensure compliance and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Previous sanitation or cleaning experience, preferably in a food manufacturing setting.
• Knowledge of cleaning chemicals and safety procedures.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Comfortable handling raw meat products.
• Able to stand and perform repetitive tasks in a refrigerated environment.

Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitize production equipment, tools, and surfaces per protocols.
• Use appropriate cleaning agents to remove residues and contaminants.
• Sweep, mop, vacuum, and dust in common areas, offices, restrooms, and spaces.
• Empty and dispose of trash and recycling on schedule.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of cleaning supplies and equipment.
• Follow safety protocols and wear PPE as required.
• Adhere to hygiene standards to ensure a safe food production environment.
• Assist with sanitation policy implementation and enforcement.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Sanitation experience

Food manufacturing experience

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Able to work in cold environment

Stamina for repetitive tasks

Job description

R. Denninger Limited, a leading meat processing company in Southern Ontario, is seeking a hygiene-focused sanitation associate to maintain cleanliness and food safety across production areas.

The successful candidate will work in a fast-paced, refrigerated environment, follow established protocols, and support cross-departmental sanitation initiatives to ensure compliance and efficiency.