Sanitation Associate II - 3rd shift

The Swan Food Company; New York, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Friday pay

PTO: up to 2 weeks first year

10 paid holidays

401k with 4% company match

Disability plans

Life insurance

Employee assistance program

Health, dental and vision plans

Job summary

CJ Schwan's is seeking a full-time sanitation technician for a 3rd shift in a food manufacturing environment. Hours are Sun–Thu with Saturday as needed, start times between 8:00pm and 9:00pm.

Starting pay is $19.00 per hour plus a $1.50 shift differential; weekly Friday pay, with opportunities for advancement. You will sanitize tools and facilities using steam and CIP equipment, document activities, manage chemical usage, and verify effectiveness.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• 1+ years of related sanitation or food manufacturing experience.
• Ability to follow safety standards (OSHA, GMPs) and sanitation policies.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate steam, high-pressure hoses, and CIP equipment to clean and sanitize production tools, equipment, and facilities.
• Disassemble and reassemble equipment following sanitation protocols to ensure thorough cleaning.
• Adhere to sanitation schedules, performing routine cleaning, and documenting all activities accurately.
• Handle and document chemical usage according to specified concentrations and safety guidelines.
• Verify sanitation effectiveness by ensuring proper chemical application and passing microbiological indicator tests.

Skills

Sanitation procedures

OSHA compliance

GMP awareness

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Starting Pay: $19.00 per hour
Additional $1.50 shift differential
Shift: 3rd
Hours: Sun - Thursday with Saturday as needed based on Production. Start time can vary from 8:00pm to 9:00pm

What We Offer

• Weekly Friday pay
• Earn up to 2 weeks paid time off your first year
• 10 paid holidays
• 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®, and 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

• Safely operate steam, high-pressure hoses, and CIP equipment to clean and sanitize production tools, equipment, and facilities.
• Disassemble and reassemble equipment following sanitation protocols to ensure thorough cleaning.
• Adhere to sanitation schedules, performing routine cleaning, and documenting all activities accurately.
• Handle and document chemical usage according to specified concentrations and safety guidelines.
• Verify sanitation effectiveness by ensuring proper chemical application and passing microbiological indicator tests.

What You Will Bring

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• 1+ years of related experience in sanitation, food manufacturing, or a similar industrial environment.
• 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.
• Ability to stand/walk on concrete and work in cold and/or hot temperatures, and be available for overtime or weekends based on plant scheduling needs.

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. CJ 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].

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