Sanitation Associate

Pacific American Fish Company (PAFCO); Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Pacific American Fish Company (PAFCO) is seeking a Sanitation Associate in Los Angeles to clean and sanitize processing equipment, work areas, and production lines to uphold hygiene and food safety standards in a seafood processing facility.

The role supports audits and daily sanitation schedules, uses PPE, handles chemicals safely, and collaborates with the team to prevent contamination and ensure product integrity across shifts, including nights and weekends as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Prior sanitation experience in seafood or food processing.
• Ability to work in wet, cold and humid environments for extended periods.
• Physically able to lift up to 50lbs, bend, stoop, and work in confined spaces. Operate pallet jack.
• Knowledge of cleaning chemicals and safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitize seafood processing equipment, tools, floors, and surfaces according to established procedures and sanitation schedules.
• Handle and apply cleaning chemicals safely and in accordance with company guidelines and OSHA standards.
• Follow all food safety protocols, including HACCP and GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices).
• Remove and properly dispose of waste and byproducts from seafood processing operations.
• Operate sanitation equipment such as high-pressure hoses, foamers, and floor scrubbers.
• Maintain accurate sanitation logs and complete checklists and inspections forms.
• Notify supervisors of equipment issues, pest sightings, or safety hazards.
• Wear always required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Support audits and inspections by regulatory health authorities.

Skills

Sanitation experience

Pallet jack operation

Physical endurance

Safety protocols

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Description

SANITATION ASSOCIATE

COMPENSATION:

$18

SCHEDULE:

Full-time with availability to work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed. Shifts may vary depending on production schedules and cleaning requirements.

Position Summary

The Sanitation Worker is responsible for cleaning and sanitizing all processing equipment, machinery, work areas and production lines to ensure the facility meets regulatory requirements for hygiene and food safety in a seafood processing environment. This role is essential to maintaining product integrity and preventing contamination.

Essential Functions/Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitize seafood processing equipment, tools, floors, and surfaces according to established procedures and sanitation schedules
• Handle and apply cleaning chemicals safely and in accordance with company guidelines and OSHA standards
• Follow all food safety protocols, including HACCP and GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices)
• Remove and properly dispose of waste and byproducts from seafood processing operations
• Operate sanitation equipment such as high-pressure hoses, foamers, and floor scrubbers
• Maintain accurate sanitation logs and complete checklists and inspections forms.
• Notify supervisors of equipment issues, pest sightings, or safety hazards
• Wear always required personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Support audits and inspections by regulatory health authorities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Prior experience in sanitation, preferably in seafood or food processing
• Ability to work in wet, cold and humid environments for extended periods of time
• Physically able to lift up to 50lbs, bend, stoop, and work in confined spaces. Operate pallet jack.
• Knowledge of cleaning chemicals and safety protocols