Food Plant Sanitation Technician

Socket.dev; Kings Mountain (NC); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Utz Quality Foods in King’s Mountain, NC is seeking a Sanitation Technician to maintain clean, safe production areas and ensure compliance with USDA and FDA regulations. You will operate cleaning equipment, follow the Master Sanitation Schedule, safely disassemble and reassemble equipment, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives in a fast-paced facility.

We offer a full-time benefits package including medical, dental, and vision plans, an employer‑match 401(k), profit sharing, and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with 1 year of production experience.
• Familiar with USDA regulated facility.
• Detail oriented, reliable, and resourceful.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Mechanical/electrical problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Follow the Master Sanitation Schedule to clean and sanitize all production areas.
• Operate powered cleaning equipment (power washers, steamers, foam applicators) to maintain a spotless facility and equipment.
• Safely disassemble and reassemble equipment for sanitation to prevent contamination.
• Operate equipment such as floor jacks, trash compactors, and vacuums safely.
• Respond quickly to spills or contamination risks, keeping the facility in top condition.
• Wear PPE and follow safety standards to ensure personal and team safety.
• Contribute to Continuous Improvement initiatives, including 5S, for operational efficiency.

Skills

Detail oriented

Organized

Reliable

Resourceful

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Creative problem solving

Analytical thinking

Mechanical aptitude

Education

High School Diploma or GED

USDA facility experience

HACCP certification preferred

Tools

N/A

Job description

Utz Quality Foods in King’s Mountain, NC is seeking a Sanitation Technician to maintain clean, safe production areas and ensure compliance with USDA and FDA regulations. You will operate cleaning equipment, follow the Master Sanitation Schedule, safely disassemble and reassemble equipment, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives in a fast-paced facility.

We offer a full-time benefits package including medical, dental, and vision plans, an employer‑match 401(k), profit sharing, and