Sanitation Associate I

The Swan Food Company; Salina (KS); On-site; USD 19,889 - 28,326; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Weekly pay

Health benefits

401k plan with company match

Job summary

The Swan Food Company in Salina, Kansas, is looking for a full-time sanitation worker. You will operate cleaning equipment, disassemble tools, and ensure the production area meets health and safety standards. A high school diploma or GED is preferred, along with a basic understanding of cleaning procedures. The role requires flexibility in shifts and working conditions. Enjoy benefits such as paid time off, holidays, health plans, and a 401k match. This position offers opportunities for advancement within a dynamic food manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• 0–1 year of related experience in sanitation or food manufacturing preferred.
• Basic understanding of cleaning procedures and safety standards required.
• Comfortable working in varying environmental conditions.

Responsibilities

• Operate steam and high-pressure hoses for cleaning equipment.
• Disassemble and reassemble equipment as directed.
• Conduct routine cleaning of the facility and production line.

Skills

Understanding of cleaning procedures

Ability to follow safety standards

Flexibility in schedule

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Starting Pay

Starting Pay: $17.50 per hour
Additional $2.00 shift differential from 3 p.m. -- 6 a.m.
Shift: 3rd
Hours: 12 am - 7:30 am

What We Offer

• Weekly Friday pay
• Earn up to 2 weeks paid time off your first year
• 7 paid holidays and 2 personal days each year
• Comprehensive Benefit Package, including:
  • 3 Health Plans
  • 2 Dental Plans
  • 2 Vision Plans
  • Immediately vesting 401k with up to 4% Company Match
  • Short- & Long-Term Disability Plans
  • Numerous company‑paid benefits, including financial planning, employee assistance program, life insurance, virtual physical therapy assistance, and caregiving support

If you are interested in joining a growing company with popular retail brands such as Red Baron, Tony's, Freschetta pizza; Mrs. Smith's and Edwards desserts; bibigo and Pagoda Asian‑style snacks, this role is for you. This is a full‑time position in a food manufacturing environment with opportunities for advancement!

What You Will Do

• Operate steam and high‑pressure hoses while safely cleaning and sanitizing equipment, tools, and facility to ensure all soil and contaminants are removed per procedures.
• Operating COP tank cleaning equipment to clean disassembled equipment.
• Disassembling and reassembling equipment as directed.
• Following sanitation schedules to conduct and document routine cleaning of the facility and production line.
• Using and documenting chemical use to stated concentrations and for appropriate applications.
• Verifying and documenting that correct chemicals and concentrations are used and that cleaning and sanitizing is complete to deliver equipment and infrastructure that is clean and passes all micro indicator tests.

What You Will Bring

• High school diploma or GED preferred with 0–1 year of related experience in sanitation, food manufacturing, or a similar industrial environment preferred.
• Basic understanding of facility cleaning procedures and compliance with safety standards (OSHA, local, state, and federal) and GMPs.
• Ability to follow regulatory, customer, and company sanitation policies and procedures.
• Comfortable working in varying environmental conditions, including hot/cold and wet/dry areas.
• Flexible availability to work full‑time, overtime, weekends, or alternate shifts as required.

CJ Schwan's and its employing subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, age, race, color, religion, gender, veteran status, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by law. Schwan's Company also provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities or based on a sincerely held religious belief, in accordance with applicable laws. If you need to inquire about an accommodation or need assistance with completing the application process, please email [e-mail].