Food Plant Sanitation Technician

Jacksons Food Stores, Inc.; Caldwell, Northern (ID, KY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

120 hours PTO per year

6 paid holidays per year

401k company match 4%

Medical benefits and Health/Flex SAV

Dental, Vision, Disability

Employee discounts 15%

Tuition reimbursement $5,250

Scholarship programs

On Demand Pay & Pay-cards

Referral bonus $500

Performance bonuses up to $1,300

Annual merit pay increases

Job summary

Capitol Distributing is seeking a Food Plant Sanitation Technician to ensure the cleanliness of equipment, facilities, and production areas in a food manufacturing plant. You will follow sanitation protocols to prevent contamination and uphold food safety standards.

Responsibilities include maintaining the Master Sanitation Program, using approved chemicals, and working with minimal supervision. Physical duties include lifting up to 50 lbs and operating pallet jacks or lifts when needed.

Qualifications

• Experience in sanitation in a warehouse, kitchen, or plant is preferred.
• Must read, write and speak fluent English.
• Ability to use industrial-strength cleaning chemicals safely and effectively.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physical tasks in a plant environment.
• Knowledge of GMP and safety procedures required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleaning and sanitation following the Master Sanitation Program.
• Clean and sanitize processing area walls, floors, and equipment with cleaning agents.
• Remove debris from processing areas and manage sanitation supplies.
• Operate sanitation equipment safely and communicate supply levels to management.
• Work independently with minimal supervision; provide back-up for other duties.

Skills

Sanitation experience

Safety procedures

Chemicals handling

GMP compliance

English fluency

Teamwork

Basic math

Heavy lifting

Tools

Electric pallet jack

Scissor lift

Job description

Capitol Distributing, 1920 S. KCID Rd., Caldwell, Idaho, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Friday, September 4, 2026 at 6:00 AM

Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 an hour + bonuses.

Schedule: Monday - Friday with occasional weekends

• 15 (120 hours) Days Paid Time Off Annually
• 6 Paid Company Holidays Annually
• 4% Company Match- 401k Retirement Plans
• Medical Benefits Plans & Health/Flex Saving Accounts
• Dental, Vision, and Disability Insurance
• (15% off purchases, $.20 cents off fuel- per gallon)
• Annual $5,250 Tuition Reimbursement
• Scholarship and Financial Assistance Programs
• On Demand Pay & Pay-cards
• $500 Employee Referral Bonus
• Up to $1,300 a year in performance bonuses
• Annual Merit Pay Increases

About Capitol:

A t Capitol Kitchen, we do more than just provide great food. We cultivate a work environment that listens to our team members, nurtures potential, embraces diversity, and values innovative thinking. As a leader in the Food Manufacturing industry, we know that the key to our success is based on the commitment to excellence displayed by our team members.

Job Responsibilities:

As a Food Plant Sanitation Technician, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the cleanliness and sanitation of all equipment, facilities, and production areas within a food manufacturing plant. Your primary responsibility is to execute sanitation protocols to prevent contamination, maintain hygiene standards, and comply with food safety regulations. This role requires attention to detail, adherence to strict protocols, and a commitment to upholding the highest standards of cleanliness and sanitation.

• Maintain cleaning and sanitation following the company Master Sanitation Program.
• Utilize chemicals and cleaning agents to clean and sanitize processing area walls, floors, and equipment.
• Utilize refuse and sanitation tools properly and safely.
• Removal of debris from the processing area.
• Communicate chemicals supply levels to management.
• Clean and maintain sanitation equipment.
• Work independently with minimal supervision.
• Provide back-up support for other duties as needed.
• Become certified as an electric pallet jack operator and scissor lift operator.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions:

This role requires a significant amount of movement to meet sanitation standards. The position will require general physical movements such as frequent walking, standing, lifting, bending, twisting, and reaching. Environmental conditions include cold, wet, allergen, noise, fumes / chemical / odor exposure from raw materials and sanitation chemicals.

Qualifications:

• Sanitation experience in warehouse, kitchen, or plant a plus.
• Ability to use industrial-strength chemicals.
• Ability to understand and demonstrate safety procedures.
• Ability to push or pull heavy equipment.
• Ability to demonstrate excellent work habits in line with good manufacturing practices (GMP).
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to follow detailed oral and written instructions.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Must read, write and speak fluent English
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Basic math skills

Capitol Distributing is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and will ensure applicants and employees are given equal opportunities in employment and contracting activities regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic.

Capitol Distributing, 1920 S. KCID Rd., Caldwell, Idaho, United States of America