Sanitation Associate

Charlie's Produce; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

ESOP

401(k)

Paid vacation

Company holidays

Sick leave

Tuition assistance

EAP

Career development

Job summary

Charlie's Produce is seeking a Sanitation Associate for swing shift in Seattle. You will maintain clean, safe warehouse environments, operate a forklift and electric pallet jack, and support the receiving department as needed. Training on equipment is provided, and the role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and reliability.

The position offers full-time hours with $22.50 per hour, paid leave, benefits eligibility, and opportunities for advancement within a collaborative ESOP-driven company.

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Experience or ability to operate a pressure washer.
• Comfort working from heights using a scissor lift.
• English reading, writing and speaking ability.
• Work in a refrigerated environment (33–36°F).
• Maintain safety and professionalism around heavy equipment.

Responsibilities

• General housekeeping and sweeping of warehouse floors.
• Clean up standing water, debris, and manage recycling.
• Schedule cleaning of freezer, restrooms and break room.
• Operate a forklift to move waste and assist pest-control checks.
• Complete daily SQF inspection log.
• Train new hires on equipment and safety.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

English proficiency

Safety awareness

Cold environment

Reading/writing

Tools

Pressure washer

Forklift

Job description

At Charlie's Produce, people are at the heart of everything we do. As the largest employee-owned produce wholesaler on the West Coast, we've built our reputation by delivering quality products, exceptional service, and creating opportunities for our employees to thrive.

For more than four decades, we've been committed to connecting communities with fresh, high-quality produce. That commitment is made possible by a dedicated team that brings passion, innovation, and a strong work ethic to everything they do. Whether you're serving customers, supporting operations, or driving our business forward, your contributions help nourish communities and make a meaningful impact every day.

We're growing, and we're looking for talented individuals who share our values of quality, teamwork, and service. If you're looking for a company where your work matters and your career can grow, we'd love to meet you.

Why Join Charlie's Produce?

• Collaborative and supportive company culture
• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage beginning the first of the month following hire
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Paid vacation and company holidays
• State Sick Leave benefits
• 100% prepaid college tuition for employees and their eligible dependents
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Opportunities for career development and advancement
• $22.50per hour
• Potential 90-day performance-based raise
• Yearly review with possibility of increase based on performance and tenure

Job Description

Shifts:

Swing Shift

Days off would be set weekly once training is complete

The Role:

Sanitation Associates are responsible for warehouse cleanup work, keeping buildings/warehouse in clean and orderly condition through various methods performing both light and heavy cleaning tasks such as sweeping, waste collection and removal, floor cleaning, and various surface cleaning duties, common areas such as locker rooms, restrooms, break rooms etc. The job tasks take place in both warehouse coolers and outside elements using heavy equipment. Also assisting the receiving dept as needed and other tasks assigned.

We will train new hires on equipment to include electric pallet jack and fork lift. Must be able to give direction to the group.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities Include, but Are Not Limited To:

• General housekeeping including but not limited to sweeping floors, cleaning up debris around the warehouse.
• Cleaning up standing water, breaking down boxes and recycle.
• Scheduled cleaning of freezer, restrooms and lunchroom
• using a forklift to empty garbage and check for pest control issues.
• Responsible for the completion of the daily SQF inspection log.
• Must be able to work independently and communicate issues.
• We will train new hires on equipment to include electric pallet jack and forklift
• All other duties as assigned by management

Qualifications

Required Skills and Experience

• Ability to lift up to 50lbs
• Ability to use a pressure washer
• Ability to work in tall heights while in a scissor lift
• Ability to read/write/speak English
• Ability to work in a refrigerated environment ( 33 to 36 degrees F)
• Ability to work safely and professionally in a fast paced environment with frequent heavy equipment and pedestrian traffic

Preferred Skills and Experience

• 1-year previous janitorial experience preferred

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration and if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.

We do not provide H1-B sponsorships at this time.

Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be dependent on factors, including but not limited to, the individual’s qualifications, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as physical work location within the state.

Charlie's Produce is an Equal Opportunity Employer