Sanitation

mila-careers; Sumner (WA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

MiLa is seeking a Sanitation Technician to clean and sanitize production equipment, processing areas, and facility spaces in a food manufacturing setting. This is a full-time, hourly position that follows a night shift from 8:00pm to 4:30am.

You will perform WIP procedures, follow SSOPs and LOTO procedures, and maintain sanitation records. Training is provided, with emphasis on GMPs, allergen control, and chemical safety.

Qualifications

• Follow written and verbal instructions including SSOPs, safety procedures, and chemical labels.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to a clean, safe work environment.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to maintain basic written records accurately.
• Willingness to learn food safety, allergen control, and chemical safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitize production equipment, floors, walls, drains and overhead areas per SSOPs and schedules.
• Perform Wash in Place (WIP) procedures as directed by the Sanitation Lead.
• Disassemble and reassemble equipment for cleaning following LOTO procedures.
• Prepare, dilute, and apply cleaning chemicals per SDS and company procedures.
• Maintain sanitation records including checklists and inspections.
• Follow allergen cleaning/changeover procedures to prevent cross-contact.
• Clean restrooms and common areas as scheduled.
• Report sanitation issues to the Sanitation Lead immediately.
• Support QA during pre-operational inspections, swabbing and audits.
• Wear PPE at all times and follow GMPs and safety procedures.
• Keep tools and chemical storage areas clean and organized.
• Perform other sanitation-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Follow procedures

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Record keeping

Food safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

About MiLa

MìLà is a Chinese food company. Our teams work tirelessly to enhance delicious products that we all enjoy at home! While MìLà is a Chinese food brand, it’s really a celebration of the power of food to bring us together, share our stories, and discover new flavors and cultures.
Ourmissionis to build something that feels authentically and uniquely true to our roots as a Chinese-American-founded brand. Something we can own, but that’s also meant to be shared. One of the things we love about Chinese food is that it’s traditionally served family-style—shared with everyone gathered at the table. MìLà is a Chinese food brand, but it’s really a celebration of the power of food to bring us together, share our stories, and discover new flavors and cultures.

Core Values

Explore our core values here: https://eatmila.com/pages/careers

Job Summary

The Sanitation Technician reports to the Sanitation Supervisor. The Technician cleans and sanitizes production equipment, processing areas, and facility spaces so the plant stays safe, sanitary, and compliant with food safety standards. This is an hourly, non-exempt position.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitize production equipment, floors, walls, drains, and overhead areas, following sanitation standard operating procedures (SSOPs), master sanitation schedules, and checklists.
• Perform Wash in Place (WIP) procedures on processing equipment as directed by the Sanitation Lead.
• Take apart and put back together equipment for cleaning, following Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures.
• Prepare, dilute, and apply cleaning chemicals and sanitizers according to Safety Data Sheets (SDS), manufacturer instructions, and company procedures.
• Complete sanitation records accurately, including cleaning checklists, chemical concentration checks, and pre-operational inspection logs.
• Follow allergen cleaning and changeover procedures to prevent cross-contact.
• Clean restrooms, break rooms, locker rooms, and other common areas as scheduled.
• Report sanitation problems, equipment damage, pest activity, or unsafe conditions to the Sanitation Lead right away.
• Support Quality Assurance during pre-operational inspections, swabbing, and audits.
• Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times and follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and all safety procedures.
• Keep sanitation tools, hoses, and chemical storage areas clean and organized.
• Perform other sanitation-related duties as assigned.

Required Skills & Abilities

• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions, including SSOPs, safety procedures, and chemical labels.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to a clean, safe work environment.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to complete basic written records accurately.
• Willingness to learn food safety, allergen control, and chemical safety practices.

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous sanitation, janitorial, or food manufacturing experience preferred, but not required. Training is provided.
• Familiarity with cleaning chemicals, PPE, or Lockout/Tagout is a plus.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

Work takes place in a food manufacturing facility where conditions are wet, noisy, and cold at times. This includes refrigerated and freezer areas, exposure to cleaning chemicals, and work around industrial equipment. Required PPE includes rubber boots, aprons, gloves, eye protection, and hearing protection.

• Standing and walking for long periods, up to 10 hours per shift.
• Frequent bending, kneeling, reaching, climbing ladders, and repetitive motion.
• Lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs.
• Working on wet or slippery floors and in temperatures that vary from hot water washdown to freezer conditions.
• Wearing required PPE for an entire shift.

Schedule

• Full-time, 40 hours per week
• Shift: Monday through Friday: 8:00pm to 4:30am
• Overtime, weekends, and holidays as needed