Sanitation Operator I - 3rd Shift

Trinchero Family Estates -us; Lodi (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinchero Family Estates in Lodi, CA is seeking a Sanitation Operator I for the 3rd shift. You will maintain a clean, safe facility and support sanitation activities across the bottling area, following GMP, SQF, and company policies to protect product quality.

This entry-level role requires teamwork, reliability, and the ability to follow written procedures; forklift experience is preferred and training will be provided to obtain certification if needed.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• 1+ year sanitation experience in manufacturing preferred.
• Willingness to complete additional training.
• Forklift operation experience preferred; pass forklift certification on hire.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Detail-oriented with ability to follow instructions exactly.
• Adaptability to changing schedules and production demands.

Responsibilities

• Follow the Master Sanitation Schedule and complete cleaning tasks.
• Maintain bottling line and facility cleanliness per policies and procedures.
• Sanitize equipment safely to meet production goals and quality standards.
• Operate forklift to collect, stage, and load recycling for outbound shipping.
• Identify and report issues related to line, quality or safety to leadership.
• Wear and use PPE as required.
• Handle, dilute, and dispose of cleaning chemicals per MSDS guidelines.
• Collaborate with sanitation and operations teams to uphold best practices.
• Support SQF standards and company quality management systems.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Detail oriented

Adaptability

Regulatory compliance

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Sanitation Operator I - 3rd Shift

Req ID: 7105

Department: Operations

Status: Reg F-T Non-Exempt, Nonexempt

Location: Lodi, California (US-CA)

Job Summary

As a Bottling Sanitation Operator 1, you are responsible for maintaining a clean and sanitary facility, ensuring that all equipment and work areas meet safety, quality, GMP, and SQF standards. This entry level position supports overall sanitation activities, follows established protocols, and helps maintain a safe working environment. This position requires the ability to work effectively as part of a team and open to learning.

Essential Functions

• Follow the Master Sanitation Schedule and complete assigned cleaning tasks.
• Maintain bottling line and facility cleanliness, adhering to company policies and safety procedures.
• Safely and efficiently sanitize equipment to meet production goals while ensuring quality and cost-effectiveness.
• Operate a forklift to collect, stage, and load recycling for outbound shipping.
• Monitor and report any issues related to the bottling line, quality, packaging equipment, or food safety concerns to leadership.
• Wear and properly use all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) (gloves, eye protection, hearing protection, aprons, boots, etc.).
• Ensure proper handling, dilution, and disposal of cleaning chemicals in compliance with MSDS guidelines.
• Work collaboratively with the Bottling Sanitation Team and Bottling Operations Team to uphold sanitation best practices.
• Support compliance with SQF standards, food safety policies, and company quality management systems.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Experience: 1+ year in sanitation within a manufacturing environment (preferably food or beverage).
• Ability to work effectively in a regulated, high-control environment.
• Willingness to complete additional training as required.
• Forklift operation experience preferred. Must be able to pass forklift certification upon hire
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to follow written and verbal instructions accurately.
• Adaptability to changing schedules and production demands.

Working Conditions

• Moderate to heavy physical work (lifting to 50 lbs.)
• Work may be required at various Trinchero Family Estates facilities.
• Shift work, weekends, and overtime may be required.
• Extended periods of standing (8+ hours per day).
• Compliance with safety equipment requirements (earplugs, safety glasses, etc.).
• Exposure to cleaning chemicals, machinery, forklifts, noise, and temperature variations.
• High-demand periods may require long and irregular hours

Salary Range

$20.05 - $24.50

Equal Employment Opportunities

Trinchero Family Estates provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Trinchero Family Estates complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

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