Sanitation II

PRIMEX INTERNATIONAL TRADING; Wasco (CA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Primex Farms, LLC is seeking a Sanitation II to perform advanced cleaning and sanitation across the pistachio processing facility in Wasco, CA. You will ensure compliance with food safety regulations, GMPs, HACCP, allergen controls, and safety standards while maintaining a clean production environment.

The role requires attention to detail, ability to work with cleaning chemicals, and collaboration with production, maintenance, quality, and warehouse teams.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• At least 1 year of sanitation experience preferred.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
• Equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Read and follow chemical labels for safe application, use, and disposal.
• Clean and sanitize equipment using approved chemicals and power washers.
• Clean facility floors, overhead structures, conveyors, and hard-to-reach areas.
• Disassemble and reassemble equipment for cleaning and sanitation.
• Inspect equipment and facilities for cleanliness, food safety, and safety.
• Document sanitation results accurately and timely.
• Follow GMP, HACCP, allergen controls, and food safety requirements.
• Wear required PPE at all times.
• Collaborate with production, maintenance, quality, and warehouse teams.

Skills

Reading procedures and work instr.

Chemical safety

Basic math

Verbal and written communication

Teamwork

GMP/HACCP knowledge

Attention to safety

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

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Full Time Wasco, CA, Wasco, CA, US

6 days ago Requisition ID: 1098

Sanitation II

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title

Sanitation II

Department

Sanitation

Reports To

FLSA Status

Employment Type

Position Summary

The Sanitation II employee is responsible for performing advanced cleaning and sanitation duties throughout the pistachio processing facility. This position ensures compliance with food safety regulations, GMPs, HACCP requirements, allergen controls, company sanitation procedures, and safety standards while maintaining a clean, safe, and sanitary production environment.

Essential Functions

• Read and follow chemical labels to ensure safe application, use, and disposal.
• Clean and sanitize equipment using approved chemicals, sanitation chemicals, and power washers.
• Clean facility floors by sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, and drying surfaces.
• Clean overhead structures, elevated platforms, conveyors, and hard-to-reach areas.
• Gather and empty trash containers throughout the facility.
• Disassemble and reassemble equipment for cleaning and sanitation purposes.
• Inspect equipment, structures, materials, and chemicals for cleanliness, food safety, and operational safety.
• Document inspection and sanitation results accurately and timely.
• Monitor facility security and safety by identifying potential hazards and reporting concerns.
• Follow all company safety policies, GMP requirements, HACCP procedures, allergen controls, and food safety standards.
• Wear required PPE at all times while performing assigned duties.
• Assist leads and supervisors with sanitation-related activities as needed.
• Collaborate with production, maintenance, quality, and warehouse departments to support facility operations.
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum one (1) year of sanitation experience preferred.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.
• Equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to read and interpret complex procedures, work instructions, and safety documentation.
• Ability to safely work with cleaning and sanitation chemicals.
• Ability to perform basic math and report-writing functions.
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing with coworkers and supervisors.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to follow GMP, HACCP, food defense, allergen control, and food safety requirements.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Food manufacturing and pistachio processing environment.
• Exposure to chemicals, cleaning agents, dust, dirt, fumes, toxins, and production hazards.
• Exposure to varying temperatures, including hot and cold environments.
• Exposure to loud noise levels.
• Indoor and outdoor work may be required.
• Work around processing equipment, power tools, machinery, forklifts, conveyors, and other heavy equipment.
• Must comply with all food safety, sanitation, safety, and PPE requirements.

Physical Demands / ADA Functional Analysis Chart

Physical Requirement

Frequency

Standing

Walking

Lifting 10 lbs.

Lifting 25 lbs.

Lifting 50 lbs.

Carrying

Pushing/Pulling

Reaching Above Shoulder

Twisting

Climbing

Kneeling/Crouching

Fine Hand Manipulation

Use of Vision

Hearing/Speaking

Frequency Definitions

• Occasionally: Up to 33% of the workday.
• Frequently: 34% to 66% of the workday.
• Constantly: 67% to 100% of the workday.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

Primex Farms, LLC complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA), and all applicable state and federal laws. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position unless doing so would create an undue hardship. The Company engages in a timely, good-faith interactive process regarding accommodation requests.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Primex Farms, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.