Night Sanitation Technician — Food Production

Foster Farms; Compton (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Foster Farms in Compton, CA is hiring a Night Sanitation Associate to clean and sanitize production equipment, packaging machinery, and facility areas to ensure a safe, compliant manufacturing environment in line with USDA regulations and GMPs. You will use high-pressure hoses, cleaning chemicals, disassemble/reassemble equipment, maintain sanitation records, and follow SSOPs and LOTO procedures.

Strong English communication, reliability, and ability to work independently or with a team are

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to learn sanitation procedures, equipment operation, and cleaning techniques.
• Ability to safely use cleaning tools, equipment, and sanitation chemicals.
• Ability to follow written instructions, SSOPs, safety procedures, and company policies.
• Basic understanding of workplace safety and chemical handling, or willingness to learn.
• Reliable attendance and flexibility to work assigned schedules and overtime as needed.
• Must successfully complete required background screening and safety training, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO).

Responsibilities

• Perform pre-operational and operational cleaning and sanitizing of equipment, machinery, and production areas.
• Use high-pressure hot water hoses, cleaning chemicals, and sanitation tools to clean equipment and facility surfaces.
• Disassemble and reassemble equipment for thorough cleaning and inspection.
• Remove product residue, debris, and waste materials from machinery and work areas.
• Clean floors, drains, walls, conveyors, machine parts, and other production equipment.
• Apply approved cleaning and sanitizing solutions following established procedures.
• Prepare equipment and work areas for production by ensuring cleanliness and sanitation standards are met.
• Review daily cleaning assignments, gather required supplies, and wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Complete required sanitation records and documentation accurately.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Follow all food safety, GMP, USDA, safety, and Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures.
• Perform general housekeeping and other duties as assigned.

Skills

English literacy

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Attention to detail

Job description

Foster Farms in Compton, CA is hiring a Night Sanitation Associate to clean and sanitize production equipment, packaging machinery, and facility areas to ensure a safe, compliant manufacturing environment in line with USDA regulations and GMPs. You will use high-pressure hoses, cleaning chemicals, disassemble/reassemble equipment, maintain sanitation records, and follow SSOPs and LOTO procedures.

Strong English communication, reliability, and ability to work independently or with a team are