Afternoon Sanitation Technician – Food Plant

Pilgrim's; Eleva (WI); On-site; USD 27,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Schedule: Mon–Fri; occasional Sat; 12:

Vision, Medical, Dental coverage after

Job summary

Pilgrim’s is seeking a Sanitation Team Member for the Arcadia, WI complex. You’ll clean and sanitize equipment, maintain a safe, compliant production area, and support ongoing food safety and quality standards. This role emphasizes safety, reliability, and teamwork in a fast-paced poultry processing environment.

Shifts run afternoons with competitive base pay and a $1/hour differential. Benefits include health coverage after 60 days, vacation and holidays, and 401(k) with company match.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED preferred.
• Experience in poultry, food industry, or manufacturing is a plus.
• Ability to multitask and work quickly in a fast-paced environment.
• Good communication skills and ability to follow instructions.
• Strong attention to detail and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitize production equipment, tools, and work areas according to USDA and company standards.
• Prepare, mix, and apply cleaning chemicals with proper PPE and safety procedures.
• Inspect equipment after sanitation and report issues promptly.
• Maintain an organized, safe work environment and proper storage of tools and chemicals.
• Collaborate with team members to complete sanitation tasks efficiently.
• Follow SOPs and all safety, food safety, and biosecurity guidelines.
• Perform additional sanitation duties as needed for production readiness.
• Operate pressurized hoses during the shift.
• Climb ladders during the shift.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Multitasking

Fast-paced

Communication skills

Instruction comprehension

Attention to detail

Team player

Poultry experience

Education

High School Diploma/GED preferred

Job description

Pilgrim’s is seeking a Sanitation Team Member for the Arcadia, WI complex. You’ll clean and sanitize equipment, maintain a safe, compliant production area, and support ongoing food safety and quality standards. This role emphasizes safety, reliability, and teamwork in a fast-paced poultry processing environment.

Shifts run afternoons with competitive base pay and a $1/hour differential. Benefits include health coverage after 60 days, vacation and holidays, and 401(k) with company match.