Sanitation Associate II - 3rd shift

CJ Schwan’s; Village of Westfield (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Paid time off

Health plans

Vision plans

401k with company match

Disability plans

Employee assistance program

Job summary

CJ Schwan's is seeking a dedicated sanitation worker for a full-time, third-shift role in a food manufacturing environment. You will operate sanitation equipment, disassemble and reassemble tools for cleaning, and document routine sanitation activities while maintaining safety standards.

Expect to manage chemical usage and verify sanitation effectiveness, with overtime or weekend scheduling as needed. Company benefits and a strong safety culture accompany this position.

Qualifications

• 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.

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

Regulatory compliance

Chemical handling

Documentation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

CIP equipment

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
• 3 Health 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. 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].