Food Safety Team Member - Aurora, IL - 3rd Shift

Fortrex; Illinois; On-site; USD 31,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Short-term Disability

Long-term Disability

Retirement Plan

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation

Training & Development Opportunities

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Fortrex is seeking a meticulous Food Safety Sanitor to ensure the highest sanitation standards in our food production processes. The role focuses on maintaining a clean, safe environment and contributing to our mission of delivering top-quality products.

Responsibilities include following sanitation protocols, using PPE appropriately, and working in hazardous conditions. Candidates must be 18+, able to take direction, and adapt to extreme temperatures while staying safety-focused.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Ability to take direction and instruction from managers and be accountable for own actions.
• Safety awareness and attention to detail.
• Ability to work in extreme temperature fluctuations (wet, hot, and/or cold environment).

Responsibilities

• Perform sanitation labor following the eight steps of sanitation.
• Work cooperatively with leads and management to ensure sanitation procedures are followed.
• Frequently lift hoses, equipment, and chemical containers.
• Wear employer-specified personal protective equipment such as gloves, face shield, eye goggles, aprons, boots, and safety glasses.
• Work in environments that may involve exposure to chemicals (PPE required).
• Remain standing, lifting, and crouching for periods at a time (often all night).
• Perform all tasks safely.
• Use lock‑out tag‑out (LOTO) procedures.
• Complete any other duties as assigned.

Skills

Safety awareness

Attention to detail

Job description

Position Summary

We are seeking a meticulous and dedicated Food Safety Sanitor to join our team and ensure the highest standards of cleanliness and safety in our food production processes. If you are committed to maintaining a safe and sanitary environment, you will contribute to our mission of delivering top-quality products.

About the Company

Leader in food safety solutions for both contract sanitation and chemistry in the food processing industry. Over 10,000 dedicated team members across North America. Corporate headquarters in Atlanta, GA with team members working in over 250 plants throughout North America. Over 50 years of experience in creating long-lasting partnerships.

Company Mission

We protect the food supply by eliminating risks so families everywhere can eat without fear. We deliver on our promises and promote ethical standards while fostering teamwork and innovation.

Responsibilities

• Perform sanitation labor following the eight steps of sanitation.
• Work cooperatively with leads and management to ensure sanitation procedures are followed.
• Frequently lift hoses, equipment, and chemical containers.
• Wear employer-specified personal protective equipment such as gloves, face shield, eye goggles, aprons, boots, and safety glasses.
• Work in environments that may involve exposure to chemicals (PPE required).
• Remain standing, lifting, and crouching for periods at a time (often all night).
• Perform all tasks safely.
• Use lock‑out tag‑out (LOTO) procedures.
• Complete any other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Ability to take direction and instruction from managers and be accountable for own actions.
• Safety awareness and attention to detail.
• Ability to work in extreme temperature fluctuations (wet, hot, and/or cold environment).

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance.
• Basic Life Insurance.
• Short‑term Disability.
• Long‑term Disability.
• Retirement Plan.
• Paid Holidays (varies by location).
• Paid Vacation.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Training & Development Opportunities.

EEO Statement

Fortrex and Safe Foods, a division of Fortrex, are proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, creed, sex, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, uniform service member status, veteran status, age, genetic information, disability, or any other protected status, in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. We provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.