CIP Operator

Florida Food Products; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Vibrant Ingredients in Indianapolis, IN is seeking a CIP Operator to support safe food quality by performing cleaning and sanitation tasks on beverage processing equipment according to SOPs. The role requires adherence to GMPs and food safety programs, with the ability to operate forklifts and stand for long periods.

You will maintain chemical storage areas, inventory, and documentation, and contribute to environmental monitoring programs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Chemical Hazard Training Certificate preferred.
• Knowledge in food processing and GMPs required.
• Familiarity with SQF/Kosher or similar programs preferred.
• Ability to work alternate shifts and weekends as needed.

Responsibilities

• Complete CIP on beverage processing equipment using SOPs.
• Verify daily sanitation duties with post-op inspection.
• Perform preventive chemical inspections and service.
• Maintain clean, contamination-free processing areas.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of chemical storage areas.
• Order, maintain inventory, properly store, and safely dispense sanitation chemicals.
• Maintain current documentation for cleaning procedures with updates as directed.
• Maintain sanitation equipment and CIP carts.
• Review inputs on daily observation sheets.
• Stay current with new sanitation practices.
• Assist environmental monitoring programs.
• Operate forklift as needed.

Skills

Sanitation knowledge

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Teamwork

Forklift operation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Chemical Hazard Training Certificate

Tools

HMI panels

Forklift

Job description

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CIP Operator

Full Time Direct Labor Indianapolis, IN, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 1548

JOB SUMMARY:

The CIP Operator provides the foundation for safe food quality products by completing proper cleaning and sanitation tasks. The CIP Operator is required to follow regulatory standards to ensure a clean and safe work area, and to keep all production equipment contamination-free.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Complete “Clean in Place” (CIP) on all beverage processing equipment utilizing standard operating procedures
• Verify daily sanitation duties by performing post-op inspection
• Performs preventive chemical inspections and service
• Maintain a clean and contamination-free environment in processing areas
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of chemical storage areas
• Order, maintain inventory, properly store, and safely dispense sanitation chemicals
• Maintain current documentation for cleaning procedures with additions and revisions as directed
• Maintenance of sanitation equipment
• Assures CIP carts are maintained and functional
• Reviews and verifies inputs on daily observation sheets
• Stays current with new practices
• Assists with the environmental monitoring programs
• Operate forklift as necessary

OTHER FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Able to carry out instructions furnished in written and oral form
• Know, understand, and comply with the company’s food safety, safety and health goals and its objectives
• Provide management with written reports of unsafe conditions or unsafe acts as needed

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or GED
• Knowledge of sanitation chemicals and usages, Chemical Hazard Training Certificate
• Knowledge in food processing and chemical processing, GMP’s, clean design, etc.
• Familiarity with food safety programs like SQF, Kosher, etc.
• Ability to work alternate shifts and weekends as needed

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to walk/stand up to 8 hours per day
• Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of operators and leaders
• Ability to monitor and operate HMI panels
• Ability to bend, kneel, reach, stoop, crouch, climb, push, and pull
• Able to lift 75 pounds occasionally and 50 pounds frequently
• Ability to work in a fast-paced wet environment

About Vibrant Ingredients

Founded in 1954, Vibrant Ingredients is a leading provider of natural, clean label ingredients and systems that power extraordinary food and beverage experiences. The company’s broad portfolio — including natural flavors, botanical extracts, functional nutrition, cold brew coffee, tea essences, and food protection solutions — enhances taste, texture, color, shelf life, and performance across a wide range of applications. Vibrant operates four state-of-the-art facilities across the United States and works with leading brands, manufacturers, and foodservice operators. With vertically integrated capabilities and a proven track record of innovation and execution, Vibrant helps customers accelerate to market without compromise. Learn more at www.vibrantingredients.com