Night Shift Sanitation Technician — Cold Food Plant

Big Country Raw; Smithville; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental coverage

Performance bonus program

Pet feeding program

Job summary

Big Country Pet Co. in Smithville, Ontario, is seeking a Sanitation Team Member for the overnight shift (11:00 pm – 7:00 am) to maintain cleanliness and safety in our production facility.

You will perform sanitation tasks, record logs, and help ensure compliance with food safety standards. The role demands physical stamina, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision, contributing to product quality and regulatory readiness.

Qualifications

• Experience in sanitation, janitorial, or food manufacturing is an asset.
• Able to lift 30–50 lbs.
• Comfortable working in cold environments.
• Willingness to work overnight hours (11:00 PM–7:00 AM).

Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitize equipment, tools, and production areas according to procedures and food safety standards.
• Safely use and handle cleaning chemicals and sanitation equipment.
• Perform sanitation tasks in refrigerated environments (-10 to -20°C).
• Accurately complete sanitation logs and required documentation.
• Identify and report equipment issues, safety hazards, or maintenance needs.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workspace at all times.
• Follow health and safety protocols, including proper PPE usage.
• Collaborate with team members to meet nightly sanitation targets.
• Carry out additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Safety compliance

Team collaboration

Physical stamina

Independent work

Job description

Big Country Pet Co. in Smithville, Ontario, is seeking a Sanitation Team Member for the overnight shift (11:00 pm – 7:00 am) to maintain cleanliness and safety in our production facility.

You will perform sanitation tasks, record logs, and help ensure compliance with food safety standards. The role demands physical stamina, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision, contributing to product quality and regulatory readiness.