(Day) Sanitation Technician, Industrial Baking Manufacturing

Bridor North America; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Vacation and paid sick time

Annual bonus

401(k) with company match

Career advancement opportunities

11 paid holidays per year

Job summary

Bridor USA in Salt Lake City is seeking a dependable Sanitation Technician to clean and sanitize production equipment, tools, and work areas to ensure food safety and product quality.

The role requires following GMPs/HACCP standards and SDSs, and may involve training and mentoring new employees, with a variable schedule including days and shifts.

Qualifications

• Experience in sanitation and chemical handling is required.
• Ability to read and follow SDS and chemical-handling instructions.
• Understanding of GMPs and HACCP standards; familiarity with BRC requirements.

Responsibilities

• Dismantle, clean, and sanitize production equipment, tools, and facility areas using approved methods and chemicals.
• Wash and sanitize parts and tools in the sanitation area.
• Clean workspaces between production lines, storage areas, warehouses, and other assigned areas.
• Prepare and use cleaning chemicals and sanitizers at the correct concentrations.
• Follow chemical handling instructions and use the required PPE.

Skills

Sanitation experience

Chemical handling

GMP knowledge

HACCP knowledge

English literacy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

SDS comprehension

Job description

Sanitation Technician — Salt Lake City, UT

Bridor USA is seeking a reliable, experienced Sanitation Technician to join our Salt Lake City team. In this role, you will clean and sanitize production equipment, tools, and work areas to help maintain food safety and product quality.

Schedule

Training: Monday through Friday. Hours may vary based on training and operational needs.
Regular schedule: Wednesday - Saturday. Four 10-hour shifts per week. The schedule may include weekdays and weekends, with day or night shifts based on production needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Dismantle, clean, and sanitize production equipment, tools, and facility areas using approved methods and chemicals.
• Wash and sanitize parts and tools in the sanitation area.
• Clean workspaces between production lines, storage areas, warehouses, and other assigned areas.
• Prepare and use cleaning chemicals and sanitizers at the correct concentrations.
• Follow chemical handling instructions and use the required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Maintain sanitation tools and equipment, including scrubbers and vacuum cleaners, and operate motorized floor-cleaning equipment.
• Guide plant employees on proper chemical use and PPE during plant shutdowns.
• Help train and mentor new employees.
• Follow sanitation procedures, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), food safety requirements, and facility safety rules.
• Complete assignments from the Sanitation Supervisor, Production Supervisor, or Quality Supervisor.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write, comprehend, and count in English is required. Spanish proficiency is a plus
• Previous sanitation and chemical-handling experience is required.
• Ability to read and follow Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and chemical-handling instructions.
• Understanding of GMPs and HACCP standards; familiarity with BRC requirements.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail, reliability, and organizational skills.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred, but not required.

Physical and Work Environment Requirements

• Move or transport boxes weighing up to 40 pounds.
• Work in noisy or cold areas and in environments where flour is present.
• Work in confined spaces and areas with varying temperatures.
• Climb and descend ladders and stairs to complete cleaning assignments.

What We Offer

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Vacation and paid sick time
• 11 paid holidays per year
• Annual bonus
• 401(k) with a 6% company match
• Career advancement opportunities
• Flat-dollar shift differential