Sanitation Associate

Axiom Staffing Group; Springettsbury Township (York County); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Axiom Staffing Group is seeking a Sanitation Associate for a pastry manufacturing facility to maintain a clean, safe, and food-safe production environment. You will clean and sanitize equipment and areas, follow SSOPs, and maintain accurate sanitation records.

Collaborate with production, QA, and maintenance teams while adhering to FDA/OSHA standards, managing cleaning chemicals safely, and supporting allergen control and pest prevention programs.

Qualifications

• Sanitation or food manufacturing experience preferred (bakery or pastry experience a plus).
• Knowledge of food safety, GMPs, and sanitation practices is an asset.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions in English (or primary facility language).
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to cleanliness.

Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitize production equipment, utensils, and machinery used in pastry production.
• Disassemble and reassemble equipment as required for proper cleaning.
• Clean floors, walls, drains, ceilings, and other facility areas according to sanitation schedules.
• Follow established Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures (SSOPs) and safety guidelines.
• Use cleaning chemicals and sanitation tools safely and correctly.
• Dispose of waste and recyclables according to company and regulatory standards.
• Complete sanitation logs, checklists, and documentation accurately.
• Identify and report equipment damage, maintenance needs, or food safety concerns.
• Support pest prevention and allergen control programs.
• Work closely with production, quality assurance, and maintenance teams.
• Maintain compliance with FDA, USDA (if applicable), OSHA, and local health regulations.

Skills

Sanitation experience

Food safety knowledge

GMPs

Attention to detail

Job description

The Sanitation Associate is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and food-safe production environment in a pastry manufacturing facility. This role ensures that all equipment, tools, and work areas meet company standards and regulatory requirements for food safety, sanitation, and quality. The Sanitation Associate plays a critical role in preventing contamination and supporting efficient pastry production.

Key Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitize production equipment, utensils, and machinery used in pastry production
• Disassemble and reassemble equipment as required for proper cleaning(*required experience*)
• Clean floors, walls, drains, ceilings, and other facility areas according to sanitation schedules
• Follow established Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures (SSOPs) and safety guidelines
• Use cleaning chemicals and sanitation tools safely and correctly
• Dispose of waste and recyclables according to company and regulatory standards
• Complete sanitation logs, checklists, and documentation accurately
• Identify and report equipment damage, maintenance needs, or food safety concerns
• Support pest prevention and allergen control programs
• Work closely with production, quality assurance, and maintenance teams
• Maintain compliance with FDA, USDA (if applicable), OSHA, and local health regulations

Qualifications

• Previous sanitation or food manufacturing experience preferred (bakery or pastry experience a plus)
• Knowledge of food safety, GMPs, and sanitation practices is an asset
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions in English (or primary facility language)
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to cleanliness

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift up to [e.g., 50 lbs] for extended periods
• Ability to work in a production environment with varying temperatures
• Comfortable working around food production equipment, cleaning chemicals, and water

Work Environment

• Food manufacturing environment with exposure to flour, sugar, dairy, and other allergens
• Wet and slippery surfaces may be present
• Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) required