Sanitation Associate -Night Shift

Vital Farms - Current Crew Members; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 27,552 - 31,684; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care

401(k) with company contribution

Paid Time Off

Free eggs

Biweekly crew lunches

Holiday pay

Job summary

Vital Farms is seeking a Sanitation Associate for Egg Central Station (ECS) to clean and sanitize our manufacturing and production facility, materials, and processing equipment. You will work the full 12‑hour shift on a rotating schedule in a warehouse environment.

Shifts include Day Crew (7 am–7 pm) and Night Crew (7 pm–7 am). Benefits include health care, 401(k) with company contributions, PTO, free eggs, and ongoing training.

Qualifications

• 1 year minimum sanitation or manufacturing experience.
• English reading, writing, and speaking proficiency.
• Ability to lift up to 60 pounds repeatedly.
• Ability to stand, walk, sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, and crouch for extended periods.
• Good manual dexterity and comfort operating tools.

Responsibilities

• Follow Vital Farms policies, GMP procedures, and safety/ sanitation regulations.
• Report conditions or practices that may affect food safety or quality.
• Operate sanitation equipment and handle chemicals safely.
• Clean spills and maintain cleanliness of processing areas, facilities, and break rooms.
• Stock footbaths and hand-washing stations as part of GMP initiatives.
• Manage egg washer water changes, CIP circuits, and assist in cleaning processing equipment.
• Titrate chemicals and maintain levels on dispensing systems and CIP circuits.
• Operate Egg Press equipment to handle egg waste per SOP.
• Audit equipment and supplies and suggest replacements or reorders.
• Operate lab equipment and perform timely tests to prevent downtime.

Skills

Sanitation experience

Attention to detail

English proficiency

Manual dexterity

Physical stamina

Independent work

Job description

Sanitation Associate – Egg Central Station (ECS)

As a Sanitation Associate at Vital Farms, you will clean and sanitize our manufacturing and production facility, materials, and processing equipment. You’ll work the entire 12‑hour shift on a rotating schedule in a warehouse environment.

Shift Schedule

• Week 1: 2 days on / 2 days off / 3 days on
• Week 2: 2 days off / 2 days on / 3 days off
• Shifts: 12‑hour shifts
  • Day Crew – 7 am to 7 pm
  • Night Crew – 7 pm to 7 am

Benefits

• Day Shift – $20.25/hour
• Night Shift – $20.25/hour + $3/night shift differential
• Holiday pay
• Health care (medical, vision, dental, and life) starting the first day of the month after enrollment
• 401(k) with 3% company contribution starting day one
• Paid Time Off with first paycheck
• Free eggs
• Biweekly crew lunches and snacks

Job Responsibilities

• Follow Vital Farms policies, procedures, and Good Manufacturing Practices while meeting regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements.
• Report conditions or practices that may affect food safety, quality, or personnel safety.
• Operate sanitation equipment and handle chemicals safely.
• Clean spills and maintain cleanliness of processing areas, entrances, facilities, and break rooms.
• Support GMP initiatives by cleaning and stocking footbaths and hand‑washing stations.
• Manage egg washer water changes, run CIP circuits, and assist in cleaning processing equipment.
• Titrate chemicals and maintain appropriate levels on mixing station dispensers, material washers, and CIP circuits.
• Use Egg Press equipment to handle egg waste in accordance with SOP.
• Audit equipment and supplies regularly and recommend replacements or reorders.
• Operate lab equipment and perform testing promptly to prevent downtime.
• Obtain certification to operate a scissor lift or pallet jack.
• Assist with special projects and additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of sanitation or manufacturing experience.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow specific instructions.
• English reading, writing, and speaking proficiency.
• Ability to frequently lift or move up to 60 pounds.
• Capacity to stand, walk, sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, and crouch for extended periods.
• Good manual dexterity for handling tools and controls.
• Comfortable working safely in an environment with moving mechanical parts and wet conditions.
• Good math and computer skills.
• Ability to work independently and without direct supervision.

EEO and Legal Statements

Vital Farms is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class.