Food Plant Sanitation Technician - Night Shift

Nestlé; Schaumburg (IL); On-site; USD 31,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Healthcare coverage

Incentives and/or benefits

Job summary

Nestlé USA is hiring for a sanitation technician to keep our production areas clean, safe, and inspection-ready. You will clean equipment, operate CIP systems, and support changeovers across shifts in a collaborative environment at our Schaumburg, IL site.

The role involves following GMPs, completing sanitation paperwork, and maintaining a safe workplace while contributing ideas to reduce waste and improve processes. Competitive benefits and 401(k) match offered.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Forklift certification or ability to obtain forklift certification.
• Ability to read and understand English for safety procedures, work instructions, and documenting maintenance activities clearly.

Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitize production equipment, machinery, and designated areas using approved methods to meet food safety and quality standards.
• Operate sanitation and production equipment as needed (including CIP systems) to ensure equipment is properly cleaned.
• Support allergen cleanups and sanitation activities in cold/freezer environments when assigned.
• Complete pre-operational checks and support changeovers between shifts to help keep operations running smoothly.
• Inspect equipment and areas before and after cleaning; document results accurately and complete required sanitation/CIP paperwork.
• Follow safety rules, including lockout/tagout procedures, PPE, and hazard reporting.

Skills

Safe chemical handling

PPE compliance

Sanitation processes

Basic mechanical aptitude

Math skills

Computer literacy

Teamwork

Safety focus

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift certification

Job description

Nestlé USA is hiring for a sanitation technician to keep our production areas clean, safe, and inspection-ready. You will clean equipment, operate CIP systems, and support changeovers across shifts in a collaborative environment at our Schaumburg, IL site.

The role involves following GMPs, completing sanitation paperwork, and maintaining a safe workplace while contributing ideas to reduce waste and improve processes. Competitive benefits and 401(k) match offered.