Sanitation Associate

Wisoman Foods; Hayward (CA); On-site; USD 20,457 - 29,136; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training

Opportunities for growth

Supportive work environment

Job summary

Wisoman Foods in Hayward, CA, is hiring a Sanitation Associate responsible for maintaining cleanliness and food safety in our production facility. The position offers a full-time role starting at $18/hour with opportunities for growth.

The ideal candidate will perform tasks such as cleaning food processing equipment, following safety standards, and working in various environmental conditions.

Join us to play a critical role at a growing, innovative company committed to high-quality products.

Qualifications

• Reliable and detail-oriented individual.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Comfortable handling cleaning chemicals safely.

Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitize food processing equipment and areas.
• Safely handle and apply cleaning chemicals.
• Disassemble and reassemble equipment for thorough cleaning.
• Conduct daily sweeping, mopping, and waste removal.

Skills

Good communication skills

Organizational skills

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Ability to work in extreme temperatures

Attention to detail

Job description

Who We Are

Wisoman Foods Inc., located in Hayward, CA, is a Woman-Owned Certified business specializing in high-quality tortillas and ethnic Indian flatbreads. Our state-of-the-art, fully automated manufacturing facility ensures exceptional food safety, consistency, and quality across our production lines. We proudly hold SQF Level 2, Organic, Non-GMO Project Verified, and OU Kosher certifications.

At Wisoman Foods, we know that food safety starts with cleanliness, and our Sanitation team is at the core of ensuring that our products meet the highest standards every day.

What We’re Looking For

We’re hiring a Sanitation Associate to help maintain the highest standards of cleanliness and food safety in our production facility. The Sanitation Associate is responsible for cleaning and sanitizing food processing equipment, production areas, and facility spaces to meet safety and regulatory standards.

This is a full-time, hourly position starting at $18/hour.

The ideal candidate is reliable, detail-oriented, and willing to work in a fast-paced food production environment.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Clean and sanitize food processing equipment, floors, walls, restrooms, and break rooms in accordance with food safety standards.
• Safely handle, mix, and apply cleaning chemicals while following proper procedures.
• Disassemble and reassemble equipment for thorough cleaning.
• Operate pressure washers, scrubbers, and other sanitation tools.
• Perform sanitation tasks in cold, wet, and freezer environments.
• Conduct daily sweeping, mopping, and waste removal across facility areas.
• Follow HACCP processes, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Properly protect and cover electrical components during cleaning.
• Adhere to lock-out/tag-out procedures when working with equipment.
• Consistently use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) including safety glasses, hearing protection, and gloves.
• Maintain accurate and organized sanitation practices to support food safety compliance.

What We’re Looking For

• Good communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to bend, stoop, climb, reach, twist, and squat to perform cleaning tasks.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and push/pull carts weighing up to 100 pounds.
• Comfort working in environments with extreme temperatures (coolers, ovens, freezers, outdoors).
• Ability to perform repetitive motions including grasping, pushing, pulling, and fine hand movements.
• Commitment to punctuality, teamwork, and maintaining a safe, clean work environment.

What We Offer Our Team

• Starting pay at $18/hour with opportunities for growth.
• On-the-job training and development in food safety and sanitation practices.
• A supportive, team-oriented work environment.
• The opportunity to play a critical role in food safety at a growing, innovative company.

Wisoman Foods Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences to join our team.