Plant Sanitation Technician - 3rd Shift(9:45pm-6:15am)

DeKalb Health; Merrillville (IN); On-site; USD 19,286,000 - 27,552,000; Full time

Job summary

DeKalb Health seeks a Plant Sanitation Technician to support food production by maintaining a sanitary GMP environment and partnering with Operations, Maintenance, and Quality to uphold safety standards.

Responsibilities include cleaning, operating sanitation equipment, following sanitary checklists, and ensuring timely completion of tasks while wearing appropriate PPE. Prior experience is optional.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Able to stand for 8–12 hour shifts with breaks.
• Must be able to speak, read and write English.
• Strong teamwork and reliability.
• Basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Ensure cleanliness of the manufacturing environment.
• Comply with Quality, HACCP, GMP, and Food Safety standards.
• Wear PPE when handling chemicals.
• Understand and use approved sanitation chemicals and equipment.
• Sanitize equipment and utensils with water and chemicals.
• Follow Master Sanitation checklists and document duties.
• Collaborate with Operations, Quality, and Maintenance on cleaning procedures.
• Operate cleaning machinery and equipment as trained.
• Participate in recycling and waste management programs.

Skills

Motivated self-starter

Interpersonal skills

Team player

Time management

Basic computer skills

English literacy

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

• Job Category Sanitation
• Employee Type Full Time

Description

UNDERSTANDING

The Plant Sanitation Technician is essential to the manufacturing process. Through training and development, they operate, clean, and maintain automated production machinery and are responsible for the overall cleanliness of production areas.

SCOPE

The Plant Sanitation Technician supports production teams by creating and maintaining a sanitary GMP manufacturing environment. This team member works with Operations, Maintenance, and Quality to ensure food safety and sanitation practices are at the highest standards plantwide. Plant Sanitation Technicians are responsible for cleaning and maintaining a sanitary environment throughout the plant to comply with company and regulatory requirements.

CORE VALUES

Our 5 Core Values are more than just words, they’re a way of life. We know that companies with a strong culture & a higher purpose perform better in the long run.

• Own It
• Hustle and Refuse to Settle
• Love People
• Act for the Greater Good
• Find a Way

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Must maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Responsible for the cleanliness of the manufacturing environment.
• Comply with all company Quality, HACCP, GMP, and Food Safety standards.
• Maintain strict compliance in PPE use when handling
• Understand the use and proper titrations of approved chemicals for the sanitation process and distribution plantwide.
• Sanitize equipment and utensils using water pressure hose and chemicals.
• Perform and document Sanitation duties as outlined by Master Sanitation checklists.
• Interact with Sanitation Supervisors and Leads to prioritize specific projects and evaluate the progress of work.
• Collaborate with Operations, Quality Control, and Maintenance departments on cleaning procedures and projects.
• Operate Power Scrubbers and PIT equipment (Pallet Jack, Fork Truck, Scissor Lifts, etc.)
• Assist with recycling disposal program and general waste management.
• Safely operate tray washing machine.
• Respond to radio calls for cleanup assistance as
• Other job-related duties as

REQUIREMENTS

• The success of this position relies highly on a close working relationship with Quality Control, Maintenance, and Production Staff.
• Motivated self-starter
• Excellent interpersonal skills – team player
• Time management assertiveness to adjust to specific duties.
• Basic computer skills
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to stand for the duration of an 8 to12 hour shift with applicable breaks.
• Ability to lift, carry, bend, push, pull, and twist frequently as needed.
• Ability to walk long distances and walk-up flights of stairs.
• Able to wear PPE attire when handling chemicals.
• Withstand getting wet from washing machinery.
• As this is an entry level position, prior experience in food manufacturing setting is not necessary but preferred.
• Must be able to speak, read and write in English.
• Regular and timely attendance

EDUCATION

• Must have a High School Diploma or a G.E.D.