Sanitation Equipment Operator (Cleaning Machines) - 3rd shift (818)

Carl Buddig and Company; Illinois; On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k)

Training and Development

Vacation & PTO

Referral Bonus Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Carl Buddig and Company seeks a Sanitation associate to ensure plant cleanliness and compliance with food safety standards. You will clean production equipment, pass audits, and maintain a safe work environment in a fast-paced meat processing facility.

The role requires the ability to work nights, weekends, and overtime when needed, with a wage of $20.00 per hour. Training on safety and sanitation procedures is provided.

Qualifications

• H.S. Diploma or GED desirable but not required.
• Sense of urgency with attention to accuracy and detail.
• Strong communication across all organizational levels.
• Ability to multitask with rapidly changing priorities.
• Forklift (stand-up) and walkie rider experience a plus.
• Team-oriented and productive collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Comply with GMP, HACCP, FSI, SQF, and related standards.
• Maintain plant cleanliness to pass USDA/SQF audits.
• Sanitize all surfaces nightly after production.
• Clean interior production and non-production areas.
• Operate equipment to clean floors and remove debris.
• Follow safety guidelines and use PPE; report issues.
• Maintain clean, safe work area; assist with duties as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Team player

Multitasking

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Montgomery, IL 60538

Position Type: Full Time

Salary Range: $20.00 - $20.00 Hourly

Job Shift: 1st

About Us

Carl Buddig and Company, a respected name in the meat manufacturing industry, boasts a legacy of over 80 years. Founded as a family-owned company, we have evolved into a leading producer of premium meat products, including renowned lunchmeats, ready-to-eat cooked meats under our Kingsford, LLC division, and savory snack meats from Old Wisconsin.

As a third-generation family business, our success is anchored in our commitment to quality, innovation, and community. With a workforce of 2,500 dedicated team members spread across Illinois, Wisconsin, and Indiana, we continue to expand, driven by a vision for excellence and a responsiveness to evolving consumer preferences.

At Carl Buddig and Company, we foster a culture centered around teamwork and innovation. We strive to create an environment that values creativity and collaboration, ensuring every team member is empowered to contribute to our collective goals.

Our dedication extends beyond our business operations. We actively support charitable initiatives and community organizations through direct contributions, volunteer work, and partnerships. We aim to make a positive impact and give back to the communities that have supported us over the years.

Join us at Carl Buddig and Company, where tradition meets innovation, and where our passion for quality meat products is matched by our commitment to our people and communities.

Position Summary

The primary role of Sanitation is cleaning of the plant production equipment and facility to meet food safety, customer quality, and worker safety requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Comply with food safety and quality assurance standards (GMP, HACCP, FSI, SQF, etc.)
• Maintain plant cleanliness to prepare plant to pass USDA/SQF and other sanitation audits
• Sanitizing all surfaces nightly post clean for production runs
• Interior infrastructure cleaning of production and non-production areas.
• At times it may also be required to clean office areas, hallways, locker rooms, and break rooms which includes cleaning/taking out trash.
• Clean outside grounds as needed, specifically walkways into the plant.
• Follow all Safety Guidelines and use appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE); assist with identification and reporting of safety issues and areas and equipment requiring non-routine attention
• Safety use required chemicals as indicated in the work instructions.
• Clean in a timely and efficient manner.
• Clean framework of machines, overhead rafters and pipe work, deep clean in specified areas, tear down and set up equipment and complete other assigned tasks as required on master sanitation schedule (MSS)
• Work to prevent product contamination and adulteration, following good manufacturing practices (GMP) and Food Safety.
• Following proper procedures to prevent equipment damage and to assure the equipment is cleaned properly.
• May operate equipment to maintain clean floors throughout the building and production areas removing dirt, and other debris.
• Verify effectiveness of cleaning.
• Participating in Pre-Operation inspections of the equipment after the clean
• Attend training as required.
• Maintain a safe, clean, organized work area throughout the facility and common areas.
• Will be utilizing handheld walkies, as well as forklift, and lifts (must be trained).
• Performs other duties as assigned including housekeeping and/or janitorial tasks including trash/waste removal, facility grounds keeping activities, etc.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.

Education & Experience

• H.S. Diploma or GED desirable but not required.
• Possess a sense of urgency and attention to accuracy and detail.
• Capable of communicating both orally and in writing with people at all organizational levels.
• Capable of managing a variety of tasks simultaneously with rapidly changing priorities.
• Forklift (stand-up), walkie rider experience a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to work productively and effectively as part of a team.

Working Conditions

• Will be working with water (cold and hot) and potential of getting wet due to dealing with cleaning items and hoses.
• Must be able to work in temperatures of 40 degrees or less.
• Must be able to stand for more than 10 hours per day.
• Must be able to bend, stoop, and squat as needed for housekeeping responsibilities and other miscellaneous duties.
• Must be willing to work nights, weekends, holidays, and/or overtime when needed.
• Manufacturing plant environment with frequent standing for extended periods of time; walking, lifting, pushing, and pulling up to 50 pounds unassisted; bending, crouching, stooping, reaching, and climbing stairs and ladders; work area may be slippery and may have uneven surfaces, some above ground level elevated surfaces.
• Varied temperature environment (hot/cold/humid)

Pay rate for this position is $20.00 per hour.

Benefits for this role

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401(k)
• Training and Development
• Vacation & PTO
• Referral Bonus Program
• Tuition Reimbursement

Use of Artificial Intelligence in Employment Decisions Statement

Carl Buddig and Company does not use artificial intelligence (AI) to make any employment decisions, including recruiting, hiring, promotion, performance evaluations, discipline, or termination. All employment decisions are made by trained HR professionals and company leaders to ensure fairness, consistency, and compliance with the Illinois Human Rights Act.