Sanitation Associate

Fortune International, Llc; Bensenville (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Fortune Fish & Gourmet seeks a Sanitation Associate in Bensenville, IL to uphold cleanliness across facilities and equipment, partnering with operations to implement sanitation solutions.

The role requires 1+ year janitorial or sanitation experience, a high school diploma, and English communication skills; you will work first or second shifts, with strict safety, GMP, HACCP standards and a team-focused environment.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of sanitation or janitorial experience, preferably in a food processing environment.
• English verbal communication skills required.
• Must be a team player with a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Facility cleaning: floors, walls, drains; keep workspace organized.
• Equipment washdown: disassemble, scrub, sanitize machinery and belts.
• Chemical handling: safely dilute and apply cleaners per SSOPs.
• Comply with GMP, HACCP, and local health regulations; maintain logs.
• Report contamination or safety issues to supervisor promptly.

Skills

Team player

English verbal communication skills

Positive attitude

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

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Sanitation Associate

Sanitation Full Time Manual Labor Bensenville Wholesale, Bensenville, IL, US

30+ days ago Requisition ID: 2282

Summary of Position:

The Sanitation Associate functions as a vital member of the operations team at Fortune Fish & Gourmet. The primary responsibility of this position is to uphold the highest standards of cleanliness within Fortune's facilities and equipment, thereby ensuring product quality and maintaining process integrity. This objective is accomplished through effective collaboration with operations personnel to develop and implement appropriate sanitation solutions for the organization.

Description:

Facility Cleaning: Clean floors, walls, and drains. Remove waste, sort recycling, and maintain a highly organized workspace.

Equipment Washdown: Disassemble, scrub, and sanitize complex seafood processing machinery, tables, and conveyor belts according to established Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures (SSOPs).

Chemical Handling: Safely dilute and apply heavy-duty cleaning chemicals and sanitizers, ensuring appropriate ratios and adherence to safety guidelines

Works closely with operations to ensure a clean environment and quality product.

Follows company policies to ensure food safety and quality. Works to maintain and improve the sanitation process at Fortune.

Monitor and report any potential contamination issues to the Supervisor immediately.

Compliance & Documentation: Sign off on sanitation logs and ensure the facility meets Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), HACCP, and local health regulatory requirements

Keeps the supply closet room orderly and clean.

Hazard Reporting: Immediately alert supervisors or Quality Control to any potential contamination, pest issues, or safety hazards.

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with all Fortune employees.

Other duties as assigned by the Supervisor.

Experience: 1 plus years of experience in janitorial work or sanitation, preferably within a food processing, meat, or seafood environment.

Education: High School diploma or equivalent.

Work Ethic: Demonstrated desire to work in an exciting and fast-paced environment. Must be a team player with a positive attitude.

Physical Demands: Must be able to work on your feet for extended periods, bend, reach, and lift up to 50 pounds. Comfort working in wet, cold, or freezing environments is required

Communications: English verbal communication skills.

Schedule: Adhere to the assigned work schedule. First shift hours: 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM. Second shift hours typically run from early to late afternoon (2:00 PM to 10:30 PM or 12:00 PM start times). First and second shifts may include weekend or rotating shifts. Third shift hours are 8:00 PM to 4:30 AM.

Any combination of the above criteria will also be considered.

Fortune Fish & Gourmet is an equal opportunity employer.

Our Mission is to elevate meals and lives by uniting unmatched product quality and selection with responsible sourcing, faithful stewardship, and unparalleled commitment to our customers’ and team members’ success.

Our Vision is a world in which we can all: