Food Plant Sanitation Specialist

The Integration Group; Boone (IA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

The Integration Group is seeking a Sanitation Associate to ensure food processing areas, equipment, and tools are cleaned and sanitized per GMPs and industry standards. This role safeguards a hygienic environment for production and helps prevent contamination.

Responsibilities include following cleaning schedules, using SDS-guided chemicals, documenting activities, and coordinating with QA and Production to meet safety protocols. Must meet HS diploma and sanitation experience requirements.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 1+ years of experience in sanitation.
• Basic understanding of food safety principles and sanitation procedures.
• Ability to read, write, and understand English instructions and chemical labels.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, physically demanding, and wet/cold environment.

Responsibilities

• Clean floors, walls, drains, conveyors, and other facility areas using approved chemicals and cleaning tools.
• Clean office environments.
• Follow sanitation schedules and complete daily/weekly/monthly cleaning tasks as assigned.
• Handle and properly use cleaning and sanitizing chemicals, ensuring adherence to SDS and PPE guidelines.
• Document sanitation activities accurately on logs and checklists.
• Inspect cleaned areas and equipment to ensure cleanliness and sanitation before production resumes.
• Communicate any equipment malfunctions or safety issues to supervisors immediately.
• Work closely with QA and Production teams to ensure sanitation aligns with food safety protocols.
• Comply with GMPs, HACCP, BRC, and OSHA standards.
• Participate in training programs and continuous improvement initiatives related to sanitation and food safety.
• Maintain proper storage and organization of sanitation tools and supplies.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The Integration Group is seeking a Sanitation Associate to ensure food processing areas, equipment, and tools are cleaned and sanitized per GMPs and industry standards. This role safeguards a hygienic environment for production and helps prevent contamination.

Responsibilities include following cleaning schedules, using SDS-guided chemicals, documenting activities, and coordinating with QA and Production to meet safety protocols. Must meet HS diploma and sanitation experience requirements.