Sanitation Associate -Night Shift

Vital Farms; Town of Springfield (WI); On-site; USD 31,684 - 33,062; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Night shift differential

Holiday pay

Health care

401(k) with company contribution

Paid Time Off

Free Eggs

Team swag

Bi-weekly crew meals

Job summary

Vital Farms in Wisconsin seeks a Sanitation Associate to clean and sanitize our state-of-the-art production facility, supporting egg processing and GMP compliance.

The role involves 12-hour shifts on a 2-2-3 schedule, standing for long periods and lifting up to 60 pounds, with day and night crews. Night pay includes a $3/hour differential.

You will work with a safety‑driven team in a fast-paced environment and contribute to quality and food safety standards daily.

Qualifications

• 1 year of sanitation or manufacturing experience.
• Must be able to speak, read and write in English for safety and quality reasons.
• Able to frequently lift and/or move up to 60 pounds.
• Able to stand, walk, sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel and crouch for extended periods.
• Good math and computer skills.
• Able to work without direct supervision.

Responsibilities

• Follow all Vital Farms policies, procedures, and GMPs while working in alignment with regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements.
• Operate sanitation equipment and safely handle chemicals.
• Ensure facility cleanliness by cleaning spills, processing areas, entrances, facilities, and break room.
• Titrate chemicals and ensure appropriate levels on chemical mixing stations, dispensers, material washers, and CIP circuits.
• Maintain egg waste in accordance with SOP using the Egg Press equipment.
• Obtain certification to operate a scissor lift or pallet jack.
• Help with special projects and other duties as assigned.

Skills

Sanitation experience

English proficiency

Lifting ability

Stamina for 12-hour shifts

Attention to detail

Job description

Job Overview

As a Sanitation Associate at Vital Farms, you will work within our state‑of‑the‑art manufacturing and production facility, cleaning and sanitizing the facility, materials, and processing equipment. This role at Egg Central Station (ECS) is critical in bridging the gap from local family farms to grocery stores for our consumers. You’ll be on your feet during each twelve‑hour shift, moving, lifting, loading and working in an air‑conditioned and sunlight‑filled warehouse.

Schedule & Hours

• 2‑2‑3 Schedule
  • Week 1: 2 days on / 2 days off / 3 days on
  • Week 2: 2 days off / 2 days on / 3 days off
• 12‑hour shifts
  • Day Crew – 7:00 am to 7:00 pm
  • Night Crew – 7:00 pm to 7:00 am

Benefits

• Night Shift – $20.25 per hour + $3 per hour night shift differential
• Holiday pay
• Health care (medical, vision, dental and life) offered starting the first day of the month following your start
• 401(k) with a 3% company contribution starting day one
• Paid Time Off with your first paycheck
• Free Eggs
• Fun team swag
• Bi‑weekly crew lunches and crew snacks

A Day as a Sanitation Associate

• Follow all Vital Farms policies, procedures, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) while working in alignment with all regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements.
• Report any conditions or practices that may adversely affect food safety, food quality or personnel safety.
• Operate sanitation equipment and safely handle chemicals.
• Ensure facility cleanliness by cleaning spills, processing areas, entrances, facilities, and break room.
• 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 ensure appropriate levels on chemical mixing stations, dispensers, material washers, and CIP circuits.
• Maintain egg waste in accordance with SOP using the Egg Press equipment.
• Regularly audit equipment and supplies and communicate any replacement or reorder needs.
• Operate lab equipment and perform testing in a timely manner to prevent downtime/processing delays.
• Obtain certification to operate a scissor lift or pallet jack.
• Help with special projects and other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• 1 year of sanitation or manufacturing experience.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow specific instructions.
• Must be able to speak, read and write in English for safety and quality reasons.
• Able to frequently lift and/or move up to 60 pounds.
• Able to stand, walk, sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel and crouch for extended periods of time.
• Good manual dexterity working with hands to reach, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls.
• Able to work safely in an environment where moving mechanical parts are present.
• Able to work safely in an environment with wet conditions.
• Must have good math and computer skills.
• Able to work without direct supervision.

Commitment to Equal Opportunity

To fulfill Vital Farms mission of bringing ethically produced food to the table, we’re committed to building teams that reflect diverse perspectives and lived experiences. We believe that when all crew members feel valued and respected, they bring their best ideas forward, fueling innovation, belonging, and shared success. We strive to create a welcoming environment rooted in equal opportunity and encourage individuals from all backgrounds and experiences to apply.

To that end, we make employment decisions based on qualifications, merit, and business need. Vital Farms does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender and gender identity, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, marital status, age, national origin, citizenship status, military or veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.