CIP Sanitation Operator - Flexible Shifts (1st-3rd)

Ventura Coastal; Visalia (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Ventura Coastal in Visalia, CA is seeking a CIP Systems Operator to maintain sanitation of production equipment and oversee chemical handling and cleaning processes on a full-time basis. The role covers three shifts: 1st shift 6:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m., 2nd shift 2:00 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.

with a differential, and 3rd shift 10:00 p.m. – 6:30 a.m. with a higher differential. The operator will manage CIP skids, monitor chemical concentrations, and ensure food safety documentation is up to date.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience: Previous experience operating CIP systems or in a sanitation role in manufacturing, food processing, or pharmaceutical environment is preferred.
• Technical Skills: Knowledge of CIP system operation, chemical handling, and basic troubleshooting.
• Physical Requirements: to handle hazardous cleaning chemicals safely.
• Certifications: Certification in food safety, sanitation, or related areas is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Ensure plant sanitation and readiness; maintain chemical inventory.
• Follow cleaning procedures for tanks, pipes, and vessels; prepare and mix cleaning chemicals; perform chemical titrations.
• Inspect CIP skids and monitor chemical concentrations and water temperature.
• Maintain records and reports daily logs, including chemical concentration forms and sanitation schedules.
• Ensure safety compliance and PPE use; report safety concerns immediately.
• Notify maintenance for major repairs or issues.
• Monitor inventory to ensure sufficient chemical stocks.
• Assist in maintaining product quality by sanitation of equipment.
• Participate in training and process improvements related to CIP systems.

Skills

CIP system operation

Chemical handling

Basic troubleshooting

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Sanitation/food safety certification (a plus)

Tools

CIP systems

Job description

Ventura Coastal in Visalia, CA is seeking a CIP Systems Operator to maintain sanitation of production equipment and oversee chemical handling and cleaning processes on a full-time basis. The role covers three shifts: 1st shift 6:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m., 2nd shift 2:00 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.

with a differential, and 3rd shift 10:00 p.m. – 6:30 a.m. with a higher differential. The operator will manage CIP skids, monitor chemical concentrations, and ensure food safety documentation is up to date.