Overnight Sanitation Associate

Nuts.com; Cranford (NJ); On-site; USD 25,485 - 26,518; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K Match

Paid Maternity, Adoption and Paternity leave

40% employee discount on snacks

Job summary

Nuts.com in Cranford is seeking a Sanitation Associate to maintain cleanliness and hygiene in compliance with food safety standards. This role requires flexibility in scheduled shifts and physical tasks, including cleaning equipment and working in tight spaces.

The successful candidate will ensure compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices, while operating cleaning equipment and documenting cleaning procedures. The role offers competitive pay between $18.50 and $19.25 per hour, along with excellent benefits.

Qualifications

• 1+ year experience as a cleaner in food service or manufacturing.
• Understanding of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
• Ability to perform physical labor, including standing and climbing.

Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitize production areas and equipment.
• Document cleaning logs accurately.
• Follow safety procedures and use PPE.

Skills

Attention to detail

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Experience with manufacturing sanitation

Ability to work flexible shifts

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Floor scrubbers

Forklifts

Pallet jacks

Scissor lifts

Job description

The role:

The Sanitation Associate is an integral part of the Cranford team, responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and sanitary environment. This role ensures that all production equipment, tools, and facility areas meet strict cleanliness and hygiene standards in compliance with food safety regulations, company policies, and industry best practices.

You will play a key role in ensuring compliance with local, state, and national food safety regulations, including the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA). In the event of an absence, this role will serve as the primary backup for other Cleaning & Sanitation associates.

How you’ll make an impact

Sanitation: Clean and sanitize assigned areas, production equipment, and tools within the manufacturing facility to prepare for smooth operations, while strictly following safety rules, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) guidelines.

Complex Cleaning Environments: Perform cleaning tasks that may require working in tight spaces, climbing ladders, and working at heights to ensure all areas of the facility are reached.

Equipment Operation: Operate floor scrubbers and Powered Industrial Vehicles (PIVs), including forklifts, pallet jacks, and scissor lifts. (Must be willing to learn how to operate new equipment as needed).

Documentation: Accurately complete all related cleaning logs and records to document that proper cleaning procedures were followed.

Compliance: Strictly adhere to proper sanitation, safe handling of chemicals, proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) usage, product safety guidelines, and GMPs throughout the plant.

Team Support: Perform other duties as assigned by the lead/supervisor.

Schedule Flexibility: Must be flexible to work different shifts. The working schedule is subject to change based on business needs. This position follows a five-day overnight schedule from 10:30 PM to 7:00 AM.

What you’ll bring:

• Required:
• Education: High School Diploma or GED; or equivalent combination of experience and education.
• Experience: At least one (1) year of experience as a cleaner in a food service or manufacturing facility.
• Industry Knowledge: Demonstrated experience with GMPs (Good Manufacturing Practices) and general sanitation protocols.
• Physical Requirements:
• Ability to walk and stand for extended periods.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to climb stairs and ladders comfortably.
• Ability to work in tight spaces and at varying heights (using scissor lifts or ladders).
• Work Ethic: Extremely detail‑oriented with a strong sense of urgency to complete work in a timely manner. Must be punctual, reliable, and possess an excellent work ethic.
• Highly Preferred:

What we offer:

• A high-growth and rewarding role in a foundationally strong and rapidly evolving business
• Hourly Pay Range: $18.50 - $19.25 /hour based on experience
• Excellent benefits including a 401K Match
• Paid Maternity, Adoption and Paternity leave
• And all the Nuts.com snacks your heart desires + a 40% employee discount

EEO STATEMENT

Nuts.com is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.