ESD Technician Specialist - 1st Shift - ( Rotating Schedule)

McKee Foods Corporation; Collegedale (TN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Profit sharing

401(k) with matching

Paid time off

Medical, dental, vision

Life insurance

Parental leave

On-site wellness facilities

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Job summary

McKee Foods Corporation is seeking an ESD Technician Specialist to clean and sanitize manufacturing areas and equipment using the Master Sanitation System. The role includes rotating between areas, operating high‑pressure cleaners, and training new staff on cleaning procedures and sanitation standards.

Expect exposure to hot ovens and cold freezers, chemicals and water, lifting up to 50 lbs, and working up to 40 feet in height.

Qualifications

• Must have basic computer skills and math aptitude.
• Strong initiative, self-motivation, and ability to work independently.
• Team-oriented with good communication skills and reliability.
• Knowledge of food safety procedures and product purity standards.
• Excellent customer service and housekeeping skills.

Responsibilities

• Clean various areas and equipment following the Master Sanitation System and rotate between areas.
• Use high‑pressure cleaning systems and ensure sanitation during changeovers.
• Train new employees on cleaning procedures and sanitation standards.
• Handle chemicals and water in hot ovens and cold freezers.
• Lift 20–50 pounds and work at heights up to 40 feet.
• Follow all safety protocols, wear appropriate PPE, and participate in specialized training.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Math skills

Strong initiative and self-motivation

Team-oriented with good communication

Good attendance and safety practices

Food safety procedures knowledge

Customer service and housekeeping

Flexible, adaptable, detail-oriented

Ability to prioritize multiple tasks

Capable of heavy lifting

Willingness to work flexible hours

Accurate in handling paperwork

Job description

Join America's favorite family bakery since 1934-home of Little Debbie, Drake's Cakes, and Sunbelt Bakery Granola Bars. Work with legacy brands that bring smiles to faces nationwide, including yours. You'll experience a culture committed to work-life balance, guaranteed time off, and supportive health and wellness offerings. Enjoy profit sharing, long-term job security, and a range of exciting career paths. When you join McKee Foods, you'll discover a better way to live and work.

Pay

$20.42 - 21.55 / hour, depending on experience and qualifications

Schedule

1st Shift (rotating weeks)

Week 1: Sunday - Thursday, 7:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.; Friday, 7:00 a.m. until finished or 1 hour before sundown

Week 2: Tuesday - Thursday, 7:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.; Friday 7:00 a.m. until finished or 1 hour before sundown

Location

Plant 2

10260 McKee Road, Collegedale TN 37315

Job Summary

As an ESD Technician Specialist, you'll be responsible for cleaning various areas and equipment in our manufacturing facilities, following the Master Sanitation System. You'll help prevent the growth of bacteria and mold and will rotate between different areas, using high-pressure cleaning systems.

You’ll train new employees on cleaning procedures and ensure equipment is sanitized properly during changeovers. This job may involve working in hot (ovens) and cold (freezers) environments, with chemicals and water, and lifting 20-50 pounds. You'll also work at heights up to 40 feet.

Safety is key, so you'll need to follow all safety protocols, wear appropriate safety gear, and attend specialized training. Be prepared for loud environments and exposure to machinery.

Required Qualifications

• Basic computer and math skills
• Strong initiative, self-motivation, and ability to work independently
• Team-oriented with good communication skills
• Solid work history with good attendance and safety practices
• Knowledge of food safety procedures and product purity standards
• Excellent customer service and housekeeping skills
• Flexible, adaptable, and detail-oriented
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and stay organized
• Capable of heavy lifting (20-50 lbs.)
• Willingness to work flexible hours, extended shifts, and extra days as needed
• Accurate in handling detailed paperwork
• Comfortable working in physically demanding environments (extreme heights, confined spaces, temperature variations, etc.)

Benefits

• Competitive weekly pay
• Profit-sharing cash bonus program
• 401(k) with matching contributions
• Paid Time Off (for vacation, holidays, sick time, personal time, etc.)
• Medical insurance, including health, dental, vision and prescription drug plan
• Supplemental plans, including life insurance
• Fully-paid parental leave
• Health Center and Pharmacy
• Mental wellness counseling (on-site in TN, virtual elsewhere)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Credit Union
• Exercise and recreation facility
• Wellness programs with incentives
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Short-term and long-term disability (company-paid)

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer