Cosmetic Pump Sanitation Specialist

Kdc One; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

KDC-ONE is seeking a Pump Sanitizing Technician I in Chatsworth, CA. The role ensures cleaning, sanitizing, inspection, and reassembly of pumps and processing equipment used in cosmetic and personal care product manufacturing.

The ideal candidate is mechanically inclined, safety-focused, and detail-oriented, capable of performing sanitation in a fast-paced manufacturing environment with adherence to cGMP and FDA standards.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in manufacturing, sanitation, maintenance, or production environments.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and understanding of manufacturing equipment.
• Ability to safely use hand tools and basic maintenance equipment.
• Ability to read and follow written procedures and work instructions.
• Basic math skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality and safety.

Responsibilities

• Disassemble, clean, sanitize, inspect, and reassemble pumps, tanks, valves, piping, homogenizers, colloid mills, versators, and other processing and filling equipment.
• Follow approved sanitation procedures and SOPs to ensure equipment cleanliness and product safety.
• Inspect equipment components for wear, damage, cleanliness, and proper functionality prior to reassembly.
• Ensure all equipment is properly sanitized and ready for production use.
• Maintain strict adherence to contamination prevention measures and sanitation protocols.
• Perform basic mechanical troubleshooting and minor equipment repairs.
• Report damaged equipment, missing parts, or equipment malfunctions to supervision.
• Assist with maintaining equipment reliability and operational readiness.
• Utilize hand tools and basic maintenance techniques to support sanitation and equipment care activities.
• Prepare sanitizing solutions according to company procedures.
• Monitor sanitizing solution concentrations and expiration dates.
• Coordinate retesting and sample submissions to QC when required.
• Ensure chemicals are handled, stored, and disposed of safely.
• Complete sanitation logs, equipment records, cleaning documentation, and required reports accurately and timely.
• Follow GDP.
• Ensure all sanitation activities comply with cGMP requirements, FDA regulations, and company policies.
• Maintain equipment traceability through accurate recordkeeping.
• Follow Health, Safety, Environmental, and company safety requirements.
• Perform Lockout/Tagout procedures when required.
• Follow confined space and tank entry procedures.
• Utilize required PPE at all times.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary work environment.
• Participate in safety initiatives and continuous improvement activities.
• Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, lifts, and material handling equipment as authorized.
• Move equipment and components safely to and from sanitation workstations.
• Support production and compounding teams by ensuring timely availability of sanitized equipment.
• Collaborate with Production, Quality, Maintenance, and Warehouse teams to support schedules.
• Communicate equipment issues and sanitation concerns to supervisors.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, safety, and sanitation processes.
• Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Reading procedures

Basic math

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

KDC-ONE is seeking a Pump Sanitizing Technician I in Chatsworth, CA. The role ensures cleaning, sanitizing, inspection, and reassembly of pumps and processing equipment used in cosmetic and personal care product manufacturing.

The ideal candidate is mechanically inclined, safety-focused, and detail-oriented, capable of performing sanitation in a fast-paced manufacturing environment with adherence to cGMP and FDA standards.